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BC Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit

Funds BC Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit for practical innovation and measurable results.

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The BC Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit gives investors a 30% provincial tax credit on equity investments in registered BC Eligible Business Corporations (EBCs) or through Venture Capital Corporations (VCCs). Budget 2025 raised the annual tax credit budget from $38.5M to $53.5M and lifted the maximum individual credit from $120,000 to $300,000 (for investments of $1M+ made on or after March 4, 2025). The program is rolling and continuous — businesses must first register and obtain an 'equity authorization' through the eTCA system before raising tax-credit-supported investment. Administered by the Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development & Innovation.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 31 May 2026Source: www2.gov.bc.ca