
Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Offers tax credits for small businesses training workers
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Tax Credits
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
The Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME is designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises in Quebec by providing a tax credit for the training of their employees. Eligible activities include formal training programs that improve worker skills and qualifications.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 30,000
Developing a community garden and educational workshops
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in various industries
How to apply
- Step 1: Gather Required DocumentsComplete the prescribed form, "Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME" (CO-1029.8.36.FO).
- Step 2: Attach Documents to Tax ReturnInclude the prescribed form CO-1029.8.36.FO with the company’s tax return.
- If unable to attach the form, ensure it is submitted within twelve months following the filing deadline for the tax year.
- Step 3: Transmission of DocumentsSubmit the tax return and CO-1029.8.36.FO form online using authorized software, negating the need for paper documents.
- If submitting by mail, label each document with the company's name, identification numbers, and fiscal year-end date.
- Preferably send all documents in a single submission for faster processing.
Additional information
- The prescribed form for the tax credit, CO-1029.8.36.FO, must be submitted with the tax return of the company applying for the credit.
- If the prescribed document cannot be attached to the tax return, it must be sent within twelve months following the tax filing deadline for that year.
- Documents can be submitted via authorised internet software, eliminating the need for paper submission.
- All documents should include the company's name, identification, and file numbers, as well as the financial year-end date.
- It is advantageous to submit all documents in one package to expedite the processing of the application.
- The CO-17.G Guide to Corporate Income Tax Return provides further information on this tax credit.
- Additional credits related to training, such as internships for apprentices or full-time students, are available.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tax Credit for Training a Worker Employed by a SME. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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