Tax credit for technological adaptation services
grant_single|update January 25, 2025
QC, Canada
Tax credit for technology transfer in Quebec
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- grant_single|openingDate November 14, 2019
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Tax Credits
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- Revenu Québec
- Gouvernement du Québec
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grant_card_status|open
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Tax credit on the costs of transferring technology from a college technology transfer centre or liaison and transfer centre.
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The Tax Credit for Technological Adaptation Services facilitates financial support through a tax credit system designed to encourage technological innovation. Key financial terms focus on reimbursing eligible expenses incurred under specific conditions.
- The tax credit rate is 40% of eligible expenses incurred, payable at the time of the application.
- Eligible expenses include 80% of fees related to an eligible liaison and transfer service provided in Quebec by an eligible CCTT or CLT.
- Participation fees for training and information activities carried out in Quebec related to an eligible service are also included.
- Only ad hoc training participation fees, offered outside regular training programs, are considered eligible.
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The eligible activities for this tax credit revolve around engaging with recognized technology transfer centers to enhance technological capabilities. These activities focus primarily on contracting technological adaptation services and participating in specific educational initiatives.
- Engaging in contracts with eligible Collegial Technology Transfer Centers (CCTT) for liaison and transfer services in Quebec.
- Participating in training and information activities in Quebec related to these liaison and transfer services, provided they are not part of a regular training program.
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$ 26,400
Adopting innovative AI technology from a college transfer centre
$ 24,400
Implementing blockchain for supply chain management with a CCTT
$ 36,800
Enhancing healthcare diagnostics with machine learning
$ 23,200
Developing eco-friendly packaging with a liaison centre
$ 32,960
Integrating renewable energy solutions with academic expertise
$ 28,400
Improving smart city solutions through technology transfer
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Eligibility for this tax credit depends on specific criteria related to the company's status and contractual arrangements.
- The company must have an establishment in Quebec and operate an eligible business there during its taxation year.
- The company must have a contract with an eligible College Technology Transfer Centre (CCTT) or an eligible Liaison and Transfer Centre (CLT).
- The company must not be tax-exempt, a Crown corporation, or a subsidiary wholly controlled by such a corporation.
- If the company is a member of a qualifying partnership, it can claim the credit for its share of eligible expenses incurred by the partnership.
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Eligible businesses are those operating in Québec, with an establishment in the province, and engage in eligible commercial activities. Companies must be involved with an eligible college technology transfer centre (CCTT) or liaison and transfer centre (CLT) through a contract to obtain qualified services for transfer and adaptation activities.
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The tax credit for technological adaptation services excludes certain companies based on their tax status and ownership. The restrictions aim to focus the support on businesses operational within specific eligibility criteria.
- Companies that are exempt from tax.
- Crown corporations or wholly-owned subsidiaries of such corporations.
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This Canadian tax credit incentivizes companies to engage in projects that enhance technological adaptation through eligible services. The focus is on nurturing collaborations with authorized technological transfer centers to advance business operations.
- Engaging in technology transfer projects with a college center for technology transfer (CCTT) or a liaison and transfer center (CLT) in Quebec.
- Participation in liaison services to implement and adapt new technologies.
- Involvement in specific, non-regular training and informational activities related to the adaptation of technology in Quebec.
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This tax credit is targeted at companies with operational establishments within a specific province in Canada, reflecting its regional focus. Eligibility for this grant is determined by the location of the company's operations within this area.
- Companies with operating establishments located in Quebec, Canada.
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- Companies must be eligible and have an establishment in Quebec. - Companies must operate an eligible business in Quebec. - Companies must have a contract with an eligible CCTT or CLT. - Companies must incur eligible expenses within the scope of the contract. - Expenses must be paid at the time of the tax credit application. - Certain types of companies are not eligible for the tax credit. - Expenses must be related to eligible services provided by the CCTT or CLT. - Expenses may include fees for eligible services, training, and information activities offered in Quebec. - Participation in ad-hoc training activities may be considered eligible. - Expenses must not be eligible for other specific research and experimental development tax credits.
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Additional insights about the tax credit eligibility:
- This credit is specifically for services related to technology adaptation, indicating a focus on innovation and modernization within the business operations.
- The tax credit aims to encourage collaboration between businesses and educational institutions, promoting technology transfer and practical applications of academic research.
- Ensuring that all expenses are thoroughly documented and verified as paid before submitting the application is crucial to claim the tax credit successfully.
- Businesses should ensure they do not double-dip into multiple credits intended for similar purposes, as overlap with other specific research credits can disqualify expenses.
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