Administered by Government of Manitoba · Last verified: July 2026
A permanent, refundable Manitoba credit equal to 40% of eligible Manitoba labour costs for book publishers, including author advances and remuneration for editing, design, and project management. The maximum credit is $100,000 per publisher per year. An additional 15% bonus on Manitoba printing costs is available for books printed on paper with at least 30% recycled content.
You claim this on your tax return, so the money comes back as a lower tax bill or a refund after you file. If you missed it in a past year, you can often still recover it by adjusting a prior return.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityManitoba Book Publishing Tax Credit is generally open to incorporated, self-employed businesses, in Manitoba, in Creative & Media. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is 40% of eligible Manitoba labour, up to $100,000 per year (plus 15% recycled-paper printing bonus). The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
Claimed on a return, so a missed year can usually be recovered by amending. How far back depends on whether you file personally or as a corporation; confirm the eligible years with your accountant.
1. Confirm your firm is primarily a Manitoba book publisher 2. Track eligible labour and any recycled-paper printing costs 3. Claim the credit through your corporate or personal income tax return 4. Credit is administered by the CRA on behalf of Manitoba
40% of eligible Manitoba wages
TAX CREDIT45% to 65% on eligible labour, or 30% on production costs
TAX CREDIT35% of eligible Manitoba book-printing-division wages