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News, tips and guides on grants and funding.
C3i tax credit for manufacturing investment in Quebec
Understand Quebec's C3i tax credit, including 15% to 25% rates, eligible property, exclusion thresholds, regional tiers and filing process.
Elie Karam 
Quebec multimedia tax credit for studios and producers
Understand Quebec's multimedia title tax credit, including 2026 rates, eligible titles and labour, program streams and required certificates.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED eligibility for software development: criteria and examples
Assess SR&ED eligibility for software projects, including technological uncertainty, experimentation, qualifying examples and supporting documentation.
Elie Karam 
CanExport Innovation funding to commercialize your technology
CanExport Innovation covers up to 75% of eligible costs to negotiate an international R&D partnership. Review the criteria, expenses and process.
Elie Karam 
CDAE-IA eligibility: 5 criteria for your IT company
CDAE-IA eligibility: review the IT revenue, six-employee, 26-hour and meaningful AI integration requirements for your technology company.
Elie Karam 
NRC IRAP Program: a guide to funding your R&D in 2026
NRC IRAP Program: learn about funding for salaries and contractors, the advisor's role, eligibility and how innovative SMEs can apply.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED tax credit calculation: methods and rates explained
SR&ED tax credit calculation: learn the federal rates, proxy and traditional methods, and a worked example to estimate your R&D refund.
Elie Karam 
ESSOR Program in Quebec: the complete guide for SMEs in 2026
ESSOR Program in Quebec: learn about its streams, financial assistance and eligibility criteria for productivity and expansion projects in 2026.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED and CDAE-IA FAQ: 15 Answers to Claim with Confidence
SR&ED and CDAE-IA FAQ: eligibility, expenses, documentation, stacking, audit and deadlines to claim your tax credits properly in Quebec in 2026.
Elie Karam 
Technology innovation grants in Quebec: top 5 in 2026
Find the best technology innovation grant in Quebec in 2026: amounts, eligibility criteria, and practical guidance to maximize tax returns.
Elie Karam 
Eligible salary for SR&ED and CDAE-IA: maximize your credits
Understand eligible salary for SR&ED and CDAE-IA: criteria, minimum hours, eligible roles, and sample calculations to maximize your tax credits.
Elie Karam 
CRA SR&ED audit: a practical and reassuring guide for your business
Facing a CRA SR&ED audit? Learn the process steps, your rights as a taxpayer, and how to defend your claim properly.
Elie Karam 
Quebec's CRIC Tax Credit: What You Need to Know
Discover everything you need to know about Quebec's CRIC tax credit. Applicable rates, eligible expenses, and strategies to maximize your refund.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED Claim Errors: 5 Pitfalls That Cause a Refusal
Discover the 5 most common SR&ED claim errors that lead to a CRA refusal. A practical guide to avoiding pitfalls and maximizing your tax credit.
Elie Karam 
The CDAE-IA Tax Credit Guide for SaaS Companies in Quebec
Complete guide to the CDAE-IA tax credit for SaaS companies in Quebec. Criteria, eligible expenses and strategy to maximize your claim.
Elie Karam 
How to Organize Your SR&ED Documentation to Avoid Issues
SR&ED documentation in Canada: contemporaneous evidence, time tracking, CRA requirements and best practices to secure your claim and avoid problems.
Elie Karam 
Choosing the Right SR&ED Consultant to Maximize Your Tax Credits
Discover the added value of an SR&ED consultant. Credit maximization, audit risk reduction and time savings for your business.
Elie Karam 
Grants for the Technology Industry in Quebec
Grants for the technology industry in Quebec: R&D, AI and software. Structure your projects and optimize your tax credits to support your growth.
Elie Karam 
Complete Guide to SR&ED for the Manufacturing Sector
Optimize your SR&ED tax credits for the manufacturing sector. 2026 guide on eligible projects, expenses and documentation.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED vs CDAE-IA: Choosing the Right Credit for an IT Project
SR&ED vs CDAE-IA. Discover the differences, selection criteria and stacking possibilities to maximize your tax credits in Quebec.
Elie Karam 
Grants for Automation in the Manufacturing Sector in Quebec
Guide to grants for automation in Quebec's manufacturing sector. Fund your equipment projects and boost your productivity.
Elie Karam 
Guide to Export Grants in Quebec
The 2026 guide to export grants in Quebec. Discover programs (CanExport, PSCE) to fund your business development.
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Hiring Grants in Quebec: Available Assistance in 2026
Discover hiring grants in Quebec in 2026. Financial assistance, eligibility criteria and tips for successful recruitment.
Elie Karam 
Guide to Employee Training Grants in Quebec
Guide to employee training grants in Quebec. Fund your team's skills development through various programs.
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Grants for Manufacturing Companies: The Complete 2026 Guide
Get a grant for your manufacturing company. Complete 2026 guide on programs, eligibility and how to maximize your chances.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED: 15 Essential Questions to Maximize Your Tax Credits in Canada
Discover the 15 most frequently asked questions about SR&ED to maximize your tax credits. Complete guide to understand eligibility, documentation and CRA criteria.
Elie Karam 
CDAE-IA and CRIC: What the Quebec 2025 Budget Provides
Discover the major changes in the 2025 budget: the end of CDAE, the arrival of CDAE-IA and the new CRIC credit for research, innovation and commercialization.
Elie Karam 
SR&ED in Manufacturing
Unlocking SR&ED opportunities in manufacturing: understanding the essentials, eligible branches, qualifying activities, and how to claim costs for manufacturing projects.
Elie Karam 
How Avinova is helping companies in various industries
Discover how Avinova helps companies across diverse industries maximize their access to subsidies and tax credits. Real examples from manufacturing, software development, video games, and transportation.
Elie Karam 
The 3 Best Time Tracking Softwares for SR&ED Projects
Discover the 3 best time tracking softwares for SR&ED projects: TimeCamp, Toggl, and Harvest. Compare features, pricing, and integrations to track your SR&ED activities accurately.
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Understanding Employee Eligibility Criteria for CDAE Tax Credit
Discover the employee eligibility criteria for the CDAE tax credit: number of hours, minimum duration and maintaining the required minimum number of jobs.
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Your Questions About CDAE
Answers to frequently asked questions about the CDAE tax credit: eligibility, eligible employees, technical activities, calculation and maintaining required positions.
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How we helped a manufacturing client secure an additional $651,000 in SR&ED tax credits after having previously claimed only $125,000
Discover how Avinova helped a manufacturing client increase their SR&ED tax credits from $125,000 to $776,000. Learn about the challenges, solutions, and results achieved.
Elie Karam 
Avinova will be present at Stratégies PME on November 16 and 17
Join Avinova at the Palais des congrès de Montréal on November 16 and 17 to discover how to maximize your tax credits and government grants.
Elie Karam 
PSCE: Investment Québec's New Commercialization and Export Support Program
Discover Investment Québec's new PSCE program that replaces PEX. Maximum grant of $250,000, 50% rate and enhanced eligibility for Quebec businesses.
Elie Karam