Tax Holiday for Foreign Researchers and Experts

This program provides a significant tax incentive for Quebec-based companies hiring foreign researchers or experts for scientific research and experimental development (SR&ED).

Always open
No deadline — accepted year-roundDetails verified

This program provides a significant tax incentive for Quebec-based companies hiring foreign researchers or experts for scientific research and experimental development (SR&ED). It offers a five-year holiday from Quebec income tax on the expert's salary, helping to attract top international talent. By reducing payroll costs, this initiative enables businesses to strengthen their innovation capacity and global competitiveness.

Who can apply

  • Region: Quebec, Canada.

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