Administered by Government of Manitoba · Last verified: July 2026
One of Canada's most generous provincial credits for interactive digital media development. Games, apps, and digital tools all qualify.
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 Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit is generally open to incorporated businesses, in Manitoba, in Technology & Software, Creative & Media. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is 40% of eligible Manitoba wages. 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. Apply to Manitoba Film & Music for eligibility 2. Document all qualifying Manitoba wages 3. File claim with Manitoba Finance 4. Submit annual progress reports
Annual application required.
40% of eligible Manitoba labour, up to $100,000 per year (plus 15% recycled-paper printing bonus)
TAX CREDIT45% to 65% on eligible labour, or 30% on production costs
TAX CREDIT35% of eligible Manitoba book-printing-division wages