Administered by Government of Saskatchewan · Last verified: July 2026
Saskatchewan patent-box style incentive that cuts the provincial corporate income tax rate to 6 percent for companies that commercialize qualifying intellectual property in the province. The reduced rate lasts 10 years, or 15 years if at least half the related R&D was done in Saskatchewan. It is open to companies in any sector and was extended to June 2027.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilitySaskatchewan Commercial Innovation Incentive is generally open to incorporated businesses, in Saskatchewan. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Provincial corporate tax rate reduced to 6% for 10 to 15 years. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Submit the Application for Scientific Eligibility to the Ministry of Trade and Export Development 2. Set up an eligible corporation tied to the IP commercialization 3. Receive a certificate of eligibility 4. File the SCII claim form each year with your T2 return
Program runs through June 30, 2027.
Grants and loans from $10,000 to $1,000,000; business plan support up to $10,000
INCENTIVEUp to $50,000
INCENTIVEUp to $200,000; $0.13/kWh for non-lighting projects