R & D fund

You are a well established small to medium-size business and you are eligible for R & D tax credits?  The RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT FUND is the financial tool for you.

Eligible sectors

• Secondary
• Propulsive service industries

Financial aid

• The financial aid must be between $20,000 and $200,000
• The aid will be in the form of a conventional loan
• The repayment terms are adapted to the requirements of your business (maximum of one (1) year) and the interest rate is established in accordance with the file.

Guarantees

• You and your partners’ personal guarantee
• A specific guarantee on the R & D tax credit

Eligibility

• Your business must operate within the territory served by the CAE
• Your business must be eligible for the R & D tax credit in accordance with the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency Act
• Your research and development project must have a significant impact on the development of your business
• You must have a Board of Directors and a competent management team

Priorities

The CAE’s investment priorities focus on businesses operating in a low-competition sector that create or retain long-term employment, are in good financial health and are managed by an efficient and competent team.