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TAX CREDITQuebec

Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing

Last verified: June 2026

A refundable credit on eligible labour for editing a book or group of books, plus eligible printing costs. The credit covers 35% of eligible labour expenses for preparation and printing work, with the printing portion limited to a share of admissible printing costs. The publisher must operate a book publishing business in Quebec and be recognized by SODEC.

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Estimated value
35% of eligible labour expenses, up to roughly $437,500 per eligible book
Approval likelihood
Medium
Ready to apply score
70/100
Documents needed
4

Eligibility

  • Business types:incorporated
  • Industries:Creative & Media
  • Provinces:Quebec

What you'll need

  • Proof of a Quebec establishment and SODEC-recognized publishing house status
  • Editing and printing cost documentation per title
  • SODEC certificate of eligibility
  • Revenu Quebec form CO-1029.8.36.EL

How to apply

  1. 1Review the SODEC book publishing guidelines
  2. 2Submit the certificate request through SOD@cces
  3. 3Obtain the SODEC certificate
  4. 4Claim the credit with Revenu Quebec

Is your business a fit for Refundable Tax Credit for Book Publishing?

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Deductions · 8 min

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Deductly is a discovery tool, not a tax filer. Information is provided for educational purposes. Always confirm program details and eligibility with a qualified Canadian accountant before applying or claiming any benefit.