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5 Common SR&ED Tax Credit Myths which Could Cost you Money Alberta SR&ED Program Replaced by Innovation Employment Grant (IEG) Can you Spot the Difference? From R&D to SR&ED? Canada Leads Other World Programs in SR&ED Incentives CATA Reaffirms Support For Impartially Administered Innovation Incentives Changes to SR&ED Tax Credit in 2019 Federal Budget Enables…

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SR&ED: A Knowledge Program, Not A New Product Program

Innovation, creativity and ingenuity are what drive most businesses. If businesses don’t innovate to keep up with or anticipate market trends, they can’t move forward and can get left behind.   For most businesses, innovation has to do with building a product that is unique to the market, that no one in the market has…

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SR&ED for Startups: Fuel Innovation and Growth with Canadian Tax Credits for Research

Canada’s Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit program is an often-untapped resource for startups.   However, it offers the potential for businesses to recoup SR&ED-eligible R&D expenses that might otherwise have been lost. Many businesses don’t realize that their work could qualify. “Scientific research and experimental development” sounds like medical or computer-related work,…

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The 5 Questions You Encounter in a SR&ED Interview

The Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program provides tax incentives to businesses engaged in research and development (R&D).   Central to what differentiates R&D from SR&ED is the focus on the concept of generating technological advancement and new knowledge through the R&D work conducted.   These details can often be buried in R&D descriptions…

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SRED Unlimited at the Grow Up Conference, Toronto

We are excited to announce that SRED Unlimited will be participating in the Grow Up Conference in Toronto, from May 27-29, 2024.   As Canada’s #1 cannabis conference, Grow Up focuses on cultivation, brands, and retail within the cannabis industry. Founded in 2017, it has established itself as a premier cannabis event dedicated to fostering…

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SR&ED For Cannabis 101

SR&ED claims encompass more than just lab work, reports, and research – in fact, improvements to products, new processes, analytics, and testing all fall under the blanket of SR&ED and can be claimed for tax credits.   One of the most sought-after sectors eligible for SR&ED claims is the ever-developing cannabis industry. Since it’s still…

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Grow Up Conference 2024

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Recognizing the Potential: The Growth Value of Small Seed Projects in SR&ED Claims

In the intricate landscape of preparing Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) claims, it’s not uncommon to encounter projects that seem too small, too insubstantial, or too lacking in support to warrant the effort and cost of including it in a claim. This perspective can inadvertently lead to missing opportunities with SR&ED potential. The real…

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Unlocking Innovation: How Non-Technology Companies May Qualify for SR&ED Tax Credits

The Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program is Canada’s largest federal tax incentive program, designed to encourage businesses of all sizes and in all sectors to undertake technological risks and to conduct research and development in Canada. However, many non-technology companies – breweries, wineries, distillers, food producers, cosmetic science often overlook their eligibility for…

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SR&ED Tax Credits for Small Business Growth

In the dynamic and varied landscape of Canadian small businesses, innovation is a necessity for survival and growth. One significant, yet often underutilized tool for fueling this innovation is the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit program. The Canadian Government designed this initiative as a testament to its commitment to fostering a thriving…

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SR&ED Tax Credits for System Uncertainty

In the competitive landscape of the tech industry, companies engaged in AI, computer science and software engineering continually seek innovative solutions to stay ahead. One often overlooked but critical area in software development is the concept of system uncertainty.   The concept of technological uncertainty is a key part of an SR&ED tax credit claim.…

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Digging For SR&ED Gold: What Your SR&ED Consultant Really Needs to Know

Product developers and engineers tend to utilize a specialized vocabulary related to their industry processes. This vernacular, while varying across industries, is universally understood and forms the background jargon for the work. However, these common industry phrases can be quite different from SR&ED concepts, and not realizing the kinds of information your SRED Unlimited consultant…

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Debunking Common Myths About SR&ED

Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credits can be a valuable financial tool for businesses engaged in research and development (R&D). However, misconceptions surrounding this program may result in businesses losing out on real money. Let’s debunk some of these common SR&ED myths.   SR&ED Myth #1: The SR&ED Tax Credit Program doesn’t really…

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Featured Client Profile: Novah Healthcare

Chronic pain is often cited as one of the worst challenges a person may encounter in life. To everyone else, you look “normal”, but little does everyone know the struggle you face to accomplish everyday activities through incapacitating pain. Many current diagnostic tests may not be able to isolate a specific cause. Rarely does anyone…

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Innovation in Canada’s Booming Biotech Sector

Canada’s biotechnology and life sciences industry is experiencing rapid growth and development, making it a global hub for scientific research and innovation.   Canada’s biotechnology sector has recently gained international recognition for its unique strengths and capabilities and as a key player in the development of innovative solutions across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental challenges. Several…

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