Simple, accurate SR&ED tax credit services you can trust
Your business could recover up to $2 Million—delivered as a cash refund.
With Numinor, you don’t have to figure it out. Our experts handle the entire SR&ED process—from technical narratives to CRA defense—so you can maximize your refund without the paperwork or stress.
What is the SR&ED Program?
Does your business face technological challenges or uncertainty while developing new products? Then you may be able to claim a sizable refundable tax credit.
Unlike grants, you don't need to apply in advance. For CCPCs: You can earn a refundable Investment Tax Credit (ITC) of 35% on eligible expenditures up to $6 million.
For Other Corporations: You can earn a non-refundable ITC of 15% to reduce tax payable.
Businesses across many industries qualify—including software, manufacturing, ag-tech, biotech, and hardware.
Claim your SR&ED refund, without the headache
SR&ED can inject hundreds of thousands of dollars back into your business, but only if claimed correctly. Numinor handles the entire process for you: identifying eligible "technological uncertainties," writing the mandatory technical reports (Form T661), and coordinating with your accountant.
No confusing forms. No second-guessing CRA definitions. Just expert support to help you get the funding you deserve.
Why Canadian businesses choose Numinor for SR&ED
Not all SR&ED consultants are built the same. Here’s what makes Numinor the go-to choice for scaling Canadian companies:
→ Save time by offloading the complex technical narrative writing to our engineers and technical writers.
→ Maximize your claim with experts who know exactly what the CRA accepts as "support work" and "technological advancement."
→ Reduce audit risk with CRA-compliant, audit-ready documentation protocols.
→ Simplify operations by keeping bookkeeping, tax, and SR&ED support under one roof.
→ Success-based pricing: We only get paid when you get your refund.
End-to-end service
We handle the full R&D tax claim process for you. That includes identifying eligible R&D expenses, filing the right paperwork, and making sure your credit is accurately applied through your payroll.
Meticulous documentation
Our combination of software and experts make the R&D claim process and your paperwork meticulous. We also ensure your payroll provider, tax preparers, and accountants are all on the same page.
All-in-one R&D tax support
With Numinor you get bookkeeping, tax, and SR&ED credit support all under one roof. We already know your numbers from the ground up: That means we work fast and efficiently to identify expenses and maximize your savings.
How we streamline your process
Technical Scoping: We conduct a study to identify "technological uncertainties" and qualifying activities in your projects.
Financial Calculation: We calculate your "expenditure pool," including salaries, materials, and eligible contractors.
Documentation & Filing: We prepare Form T661 and Schedule 31 for your corporate tax return (T2).
CRA Coordination: We provide the required supporting documentation and stand by your side in the event of a CRA review.
Claim the R&D tax credit, without the headache
A complicated credit, but simple pricing
We charge 20% of the SR&ED credit you successfully receive. Check out our calculator to estimate your potential refund and our fees.
Common questions about Numinor’s SR&ED services
Do I qualify for SR&ED?
If you are a Canadian-Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC), you likely qualify for the enhanced refundable credit (35% federal + provincial top-ups) if you are developing new technology. Even if you are not profitable, you can receive this as a cash cheque. Non-CCPCs and foreign subsidiaries qualify for a 15% non-refundable credit to offset taxes.
What activities qualify for SR&ED?
The CRA uses a "Why, How, and What" test. Qualifying work must meet three criteria:
Technological Uncertainty: You encountered a problem where the solution was not known or readily available using standard techniques.
Technological Advancement: The work generated new technical knowledge (even if the project failed).
Systematic Investigation: You proceeded with a planned process of testing, hypothesis, and experimentation.
How large will my SR&ED refund be?
For most startups (CCPCs), the federal credit is 35% of eligible expenses (mostly salaries and materials). When combined with provincial credits (like Ontario’s OITC or BC’s SR&ED), you can often recover 40% to 65% of your R&D salary spend.
Example: A 5-person software startup spending $500k on developer salaries could receive a refund between $175k and $300k depending on their province.
Can I claim SR&ED retroactively?
Yes, but there is a hard deadline. You must file your SR&ED claim within 18 months of your fiscal year-end. Once this date passes, the money is gone forever.
Does Numinot support you in case of a CRA review?
Yes. SR&ED reviews are common. We prepare your file to be "audit-ready" from day one, and we handle all communications with the CRA on your behalf to defend the claim.
Are there state-level R&D tax credits?
In Canada, we have Provincial credits. Most provinces (Ontario, BC, Quebec, Alberta) offer their own R&D credits that stack on top of the federal program. Numinor maximizes both your Federal and Provincial claims to get you every dollar available.
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