We encourage our potential and existing clients to educate themselves about the SR&ED program, and about all aspects of business and technological innovation in Canada.

We’ve assembled some resources about business, government incentive programs, and the SR&ED program. Prime Consultants is not responsible for the content of external websites.

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Links

CRA Website

SR&ED Program

What is SR&ED?

SR&ED Labour Expenditures

Technical Documentation

Cost of Materials

Other Links

Industry Canada Website – Provides information concerning over 150 programs and services, such as National Research Council and the Business Development Bank

Department of Finance Canada – Provides the financing for SR&ED program.

Networks of Centres of Excellence – There are 20 NCEs across the country, covering Life Sciences, Information Technology, Natural Resources and Engineering & Manufacturing. NCEs are unique partnerships among universities, industry, government and non-governmental organizations, connecting research with industrial know-how and strategic investment.

Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATA) – The Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance is an advocate for Canada’s high tech industries, focusing on the stimulation of business growth through innovation and strategic partnership.