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Manitoba

Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives

Community Enterprise Development (CED) Tax Credit Program

November 2008

Programs and Services

Community Enterprise Development (CED) Tax Credit Program

PURPOSE OF PROGRAM/SERVICE
To encourage Manitobans to invest in enterprises in their communities by providing a tax incentive, while providing community-based enterprises with access to equity capital.

WHO QUALIFIES

  • Manitobans looking to invest up to a maximum of $30,000 annually.
  • Approved enterprises with net and gross assets of $10 million and $25 million or less respectively and no more than 200 employees (at least 25% residing in Manitoba).
  • Excludes professional practices, enterprises involved in primary industries, mineral exploration, recreational/seasonal activities, or commercial property development.

AVAILABLE BENEFITS/ASSISTANCE

  • Investors receive a 30% personal income tax credit on a maximum annual investment of $30,000 (up to $9,000 in tax credits).
  • Eligible enterprises receive a maximum of $1,000,000 in repayable capital.
  • Projects requiring larger amounts of capital may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

FURTHER INFORMATION
Community and Business Development (REDI)

WHO TO CONTACT
Economic Development Initiatives Knowledge Centre
915-401 York Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0P8
Phone: (204) 945-2157 or 1-800-567-7334