Administered by Government of Saskatchewan · Last verified: July 2026
Non-refundable tax credit for Saskatchewan investors who invest in eligible technology startups. Attracts investment into early-stage tech companies.
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 eligibilitySaskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI) is generally open to incorporated businesses, in Saskatchewan, in Technology & Software, under 3 years old. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is 45% of eligible investment. 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 Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership 2. Receive eligible investor status 3. Issue tax credit certificates to investors 4. File claim on provincial tax return
Open intake, first-come first-served against annual program cap; register as an ESB before raising your investment round.
10% of eligible R&D expenditures
TAX CREDIT15% to 40% of eligible capital costs, up to $250 million per project
TAX CREDIT6% of capital cost of qualifying equipment (refundable)