Canada’s SR&ED Tax Credit Guide
Learn how the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program works, what qualifies, and how to maximize your refund with Banhall.
What Is the SR&ED Program?
The SR&ED program is Canada’s largest tax incentive for research and development. It helps companies recover up to 64% of eligible R&D costs through tax credits and refunds. Whether you’re developing new technologies, improving processes, or experimenting with new materials, SR&ED rewards innovation.
Do Your Projects Qualify?
Typical qualifying activities include:
- Developing or improving products, processes, or software
- Conducting experimental trials or prototypes
- Overcoming technical uncertainties
- Advancing technology in your industry
Not sure if your work qualifies? Our experts will assess your projects at no cost.
How Much Could You Get Back?
Refund amounts vary by province, company size, and project type. Examples:
- Ontario Startup: $500K R&D spend → ~$330K refund
- BC Manufacturer: $1M R&D spend → ~$640K refund
- Alberta Tech Firm: $750K R&D spend → ~$560K refund
Our 3-Step Claim Process
- Step 1: We identify eligible projects and expenses
- Step 2: We prepare your claim with CRA-compliant documentation
- Step 3: You receive your refund — fast and stress-free
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Why Banhall? So, You Want to Access SR&ED Tax Credits in Vancouver?
But there’s a problem…
You’re Worried About Your Costs
R&D is the fuel of your business’ innovation. However, it can be expensive. Our experts can help you cut costs by deducting SR&ED expenditures to reduce your tax bill.
You’ve Never Heard Of SR&ED
Our consultants are more than happy to walk you through the program as well as assess your business’ eligibility. Book a consultation today!
You Don't Have The Time & Expertise
When business is booming, we help you take care of the finer details while you get to work.
You’re Unsure If You’re Eligible
We’ll communicate directly with your technical personnel to identify what work does and does not qualify for SR&ED refunds.
Unclear Guidelines & Parameters
Our technical and financial experts will guide you through the various stages of filing and defending an SR&ED claim.
You’re Unsure If Your Innovation Counts
Our tax experts help you make the most of the Canadian government’s recognition for innovation, whether it’s making an incremental improvement or creating a new product or service.
Banhall Consulting We Help Vancouver Businesses Navigate The Complex Bureaucracy Of The SR&ED Program
What is SR&ED?
The Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program is the largest source of funding by the Canadian government to encourage innovation in the form of income tax credits for businesses. We help you make the most of these incentives by having you save big on your tax bill.
It’s Easier Than You Think
Companies fail to make an SR&ED claim under the false assumption that this claim is for high-tech, big-ticket companies. From agriculture to manufacturing, if your staff is engaged in solving technological problems for which a solution is not readily available, the work they are doing is fully or partially eligible for SR&ED credits.
Vancouver Industries We Serve
If you’re facilitating clean energy advancements such as waste/wastewater treatment, fuel cell solutions, or renewable energy, then we can help you secure funding for your innovations.
From cybersecurity, social media, and website technologies to software as a service, business intelligence, and e-commerce, technology is evolving and expanding rapidly, so we’re here to facilitate technological advancements.
In the digital age of today, novel innovations in areas of game development, animation, visual effects, and VR and AR are prime candidates for funding, and we’re here to make the process of securing it easy.