Unlocking Innovation

How Everyday Problem-Solving Can Earn SR&ED Credits

Most founders believe SR&ED tax credits are only for scientists in labs or companies inventing new technology.

The reality?

Everyday technical problem-solving could be enough to qualify, and missing out could cost you tens (or hundreds) of thousands.

Why Small Wins Matter

SR&ED rewards advancement, not perfection.
If your team solves a technical challenge — even if the project isn’t commercially successful — it could qualify.

Examples:

• Making an internal software tool faster
• Testing multiple solutions to fix a hardware problem
• Optimizing a manufacturing process through trial-and-error

What the CRA Really Looks For

The CRA cares about:

• Were you solving a real technical uncertainty?
• Did you experiment with different solutions?
• Did you document your process?

You don’t need patents. You don’t need a white lab coat.
You just need a systematic approach to problem-solving.

Small Projects, Big Refunds

You don’t have to build the next Tesla or Shopify to benefit.
Some of the best SR&ED claims come from small teams that improved internal processes or cracked a tough tech hurdle.

Innovation Happens Every Day

If you’re solving technical problems, you’re innovating — and you deserve to be rewarded for it.