Fuel Innovation with a Multimedia Tax Credit

With Ayming’s guidance claim up to 40% in refundable tax credits on labour costs for developing interactive digital products. That’s money that goes straight back into your business.

Maximize your Multimedia Tax Credit

Speak to one of our Ayming experts to claim up to 40%.

The Multimedia Tax Credit is a lucrative incentive for companies developing interactive digital content. Businesses like yours can receive up to 40% in refundable tax credits on eligible labour costs, and in some provinces, on marketing expenses as well, all related to the development of qualifying products. This program fuels innovation, reduces development costs, and drives job creation in the video game and digital media sectors.

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Unlock up to 40% back on labour costs for your digital projects

If your company is working on interactive digital projects, like video games, educational software, AR/VR platforms, or mobile apps, you could be missing out on one of Canada’s most powerful funding opportunities.

The multimedia tax credit is game-changing, mostly refundable incentive that puts money back into your business. Across provinces like Quebec, British Columbia, and Ontario, companies just like yours can unlock up to 40% of labour costs. In some regions, marketing and distribution expenses may also be covered, further boosting your return.

This incentive goes beyond savings. It helps you reinvest in your digital projects, reduce development risk, and attract top creative and technical talent. Whether you’re building the next hit game, groundbreaking digital experience, or educational platform, these programs are designed to help you scale faster and more efficiently.

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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Multimedia Tax Credit Support

Strategic Risk Review

Leveraging our extensive experience, we will clarify the eligibility requirements for your company, the multimedia title, and the roles and tasks of your employees to identify potential risks and recommend strategies to mitigate them.

Seamless End-to-End Support

Our experts will accompany you from start to finish in filling out the applications for the various government certifying agencies, answering their inquiries, filling out the tax forms and supporting in the case of an audit, for a complete solution.

Credit Optimization Without Compromise

We not only provide our expertise in different tax credits but we also know how to maximize those credits and government funding solutions to get the best return for your company without risk of double dipping.

Flexible Fee Structures

No two companies are alike, so why should our fees be? We offer flexible service models, including contingency-based success fees, fixed-fee engagements, or à la carte support for specific needs like technical write-ups, training, or audits. Whether you're seeking end-to-end service or targeted support, we tailor our approach to fit your goals, timelines, and internal capacity.

Provincial Tax Credits

Explore Provincial Multimedia Tax Credits

Across Canada, provinces offer valuable incentives to support digital media companies. These programs reduce development costs, encourage innovation, and help you reinvest in future projects. Learn more about the tax credits available in British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec:

Quebec Tax Credit for the Production of Multimedia Titles

Unlock up to 37.5% in refundable credits with Ayming’s support. We help you maximize Quebec’s multimedia incentive, including additional bonuses for educational and French-language content.

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Ontario's Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (OIDMTC)

Claim up to 40% back on labour and marketing costs with Ontario’s generous IDM tax credit. Ayming ensures you meet the criteria and capture every dollar your project is entitled to.

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BC Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (BCIDMTC)

Scale your studio with up to 25% back on eligible salaries in B.C. Ayming helps you navigate the BCIDMTC and stack it with other provincial incentives to boost your funding.

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Frequently asked questions

What provinces are offering a multimedia tax credit?

While we mostly have spoken about Quebec, Ontario and BC, Nova Scotia also has a tax credit to support the sector that can go up to 50% of labour costs. At Ayming, we help businesses across all provinces navigate these incentives to maximize their funding opportunities

What qualifies as a multimedia tax credit?

Each province will have its own specific definition on what a multimedia title is and what interactivity it needs to have.

Quebec Tax Credit for the Production of Multimedia Titles
Ontario’s Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (OIDMTC)
BC Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (BCIDMTC)

Who is eligible for the multimedia tax credit?

Companies, that are located within the specific province where they are applying and have employees working in that province. At Ayming, we help businesses determine eligibility and navigate provincial requirements to maximize funding opportunities.

What expenses qualify for the multimedia tax credit?

Salary or wages paid to employees or contractors for the work they did on the project. It’s important to note that there are different requirements for each province when it comes to contractors and whether they are Arm’s length or not. At Ayming, we help businesses navigate these rules to ensure compliance and maximize their funding.

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