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Tax Incentives

Did you know that projects made on Vancouver Island, including the Capital Regional District, may qualify for Federal and Provincial tax incentives?

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Brief Overview

Projects filmed in BC may be eligible for:
40% of qualified BC labour expenditures – Basic FIBC (Film Incentive BC)
36% of qualified BC labour expenditures – Basic PSTC (Production Services Tax Credit)
In addition to the basic tax credits mentioned above, projects filmed on Vancouver Island South may be eligible for:
Regional tax credits – up to 12.5% of qualified BC labour expenditures
Distance tax credits – up to 6% of qualified BC labour expenditures
Digital animation or visual effects tax credits (DAVE) – 16%

Film Incentive BC (FIBC)

Film Incentive BC (FIBC) is a refundable labour based incentive for Canadian productions.

Motion Picture Tax Credits

Canadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO)

Plus 16% of Canadian Labour Costs
The Canadian Federal Government’s Film or Video Production Services Tax Credit (PSTC) is primarily for foreign production and is 16% of Canadian labour costs.

For more information on Canadian federal tax credits click here.
Phone: 888-433-2200 or 819-934-9830

Digital Animation or Visual Effects Tax Credit (DAVE)

For a detailed description and eligibility criteria of the Provincial tax credits, go to Creative BC or contact by phone (1-604-736-7997) or email.