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Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property
Tax holiday for IP commercialization in Quebec
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
A Quebec tax holiday for companies commercializing eligible intellectual property from public research. It supports new commercialization businesses and applies to related activities and required application documents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization of intellectual property from Quebec public research
- Manufacturing and sale of goods based on eligible intellectual property
- Licensing of eligible computer software
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Form 2 completed by the institute
- Certificate of incorporation
- Financial statements and activity report
- Proof of IP registration or patent, plus technology transfer agreement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies incorporated in Canada between March 19, 2009 and April 1, 2014
- Companies commercializing intellectual property from Quebec public research
- Companies manufacturing and selling goods based on eligible intellectual property
- Companies licensing eligible computer software
Who is not eligible
- Companies formed through a merger or unification of several companies
- Companies that previously operated an existing business for more than 90 days
- Companies that have sold almost all the assets used in the eligible commercialization business
- Companies that were beneficiaries of a trust, other than a mutual fund trust
- Companies that were part of a joint venture or partnership without all members being eligible institutes
Eligible geographic areas
- All regions of Quebec
Additional information
- The attestation of eligibility is valid for a maximum of three years, with the initial period starting from the date the company begins to operate the eligible commercialization business.
- Renewals of the eligibility attestation must be requested via email, and the same eligibility criteria apply for renewals.
- The application process is free of charge.
- All application documents must be submitted together in a single dispatch.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property Program
What is the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property?
A Quebec tax holiday for companies commercializing eligible intellectual property from public research. It supports new commercialization businesses and applies to related activities and required application documents.
Who is eligible for the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property program?
To be eligible for the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property program, you must:
Incorporated in Canada between March 19, 2009 and April 1, 2014
Commercializes IP from Quebec public research
Started commercialization within 12 months
What expenses are eligible under Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property?
Commercialization of intellectual property from Quebec public research
Manufacturing and sale of goods based on eligible intellectual property
Licensing of eligible computer software
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property?
You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at mesures.fiscales.RD@economie.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 5148731767.
Where is the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property available?
The Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property?
Tax holiday for a new business created to commercialize intellectual property is funded by Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)