Administered by Government of Nova Scotia · Last verified: July 2026
Nova Scotia refundable tax credit for digital media producers. Covers labour costs for game, app, and interactive product development. Up to 50% bonus for rural production.
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 eligibilityNova Scotia Digital Media Tax Credit is generally open to incorporated businesses, in Nova Scotia, in Technology & Software, Creative & Media. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is 25% to 50% of NS labour costs. 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 NS Department of Finance 2. Track all eligible NS labour 3. Receive certification after project completion 4. File with NS corporate return
Part B application due no later than 30 months after the end of the tax year in which qualifying expenditures were made.
Investors receive 35% (45% for oceans tech and life sciences) for individuals, or 15% for corporations, of the eligible investment
TAX CREDITUp to 50% of eligible NS animation labour, plus a 17.5% labour bonus
TAX CREDIT3.5% to 30% of eligible R&D costs