Research Funding for Manufacturing
Development of new manufacturing processes, materials, and production technologies.
$135,000
Average SR&ED credit
35%
Refundable rate (CCPC)
$4.5M
Max annual expenditure
Funding Programs
SR&ED for Advanced Manufacturing
Process improvements, new materials, automation, and production-line experimentation.
$4.5M annually35% refundable (CCPC)
NRC Manufacturing Support
Technology adoption and manufacturing innovation through NRC IRAP and industrial research programs.
VariesCost-sharing
Common eligible activities
- Process optimization and automation
- New material development
- Quality control system improvements
- Production line innovations
- Waste reduction technologies
- Energy efficiency improvements
- Supply chain optimization
Documentation CRA expects
- Production trial records
- Quality control data
- Process improvement documentation
- Material testing results
- Equipment modification records
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Safety testing documentation
Focus on technological advancement rather than routine production improvements.
Ready to claim funding for Manufacturing R&D?
Use our free tools to assess eligibility and estimate credits, then get guided T661 support from Shredy.