SR&ED Tax Credits for
Electronics & Hardware
Developing new electronics means fighting heat, space, and signal interference. Miniaturizing components, designing custom PCBs, or integrating novel sensors into tight form factors — your prototyping costs may qualify for SR&ED. We turn your lab tests and schematic iterations into defensible, audit-proof claims.
Your R&D in [
Electronics
]
Our expertise. Zero anxiety.
Your R&D in
[
Electronics
]
Our expertise. Zero anxiety.
What may qualify in electronics & hardware
(examples)
01
Custom PCB layout optimization and miniaturization
CAD designs, signal integrity simulations, revision histories.
02
Thermal management in compact enclosures
Heat dissipation tests, thermal imaging data, material comparisons.
03
Overcoming EMI and signal interference in high-density designs
EMC pre-compliance test reports, oscilloscope and logic-analyzer captures, shielding iteration logs.
04
Integrating novel sensors into constrained form factors
Sensor characterization data, calibration logs, prototype iteration records.
05
Extending battery life through novel power-management design
Power-profiling measurements, firmware sleep-state logs, battery discharge test data.
Do you qualify?
A quick self-check
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You’re more likely to qualify if your work has all three:
01
Technological Uncertainty
You couldn't predict if a circuit design, thermal solution, or component integration would work due to physical, electrical, or spatial constraints.
02
Systematic Investigation
You ran structured prototype builds, tested multiple PCB revisions or material BOMs (Bill of Materials), and logged electrical or mechanical data.
03
Technological Advancement
You achieved a measurable improvement in power efficiency, signal clarity, form factor, or manufacturing yield that goes beyond standard engineering practices.
We help you capture:
You don’t need perfect paperwork. You need a consistent evidence trail.
What problem you were solving
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What problem you were solving
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What problem you were solving
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Our technical specialists speak your language.
Whether you are architecting a cloud database, scaling a bioreactor, or overcoming mechanical failure, we understand your underlying constraints without needing a beginner's explanation.
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What problem you were solving
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What problem you were solving
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Routine production work usually doesn’t qualify — unless you can show uncertainty and documented testing.
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Common pitfalls we help you avoid
Small fixes early can prevent big issues later.
Routine Assembly vs. SR&ED
Standard manufacturing often gets mixed with R&D. We help isolate the exact hours and materials dedicated purely to building and testing experimental prototypes
Lack of Baselines
"It gets too hot" is hard to defend. "Failed to maintain <60°C under max load" is defensible. We help set up baseline thermal and electrical tracking.
Off-the-shelf Components
Using standard parts isn't SR&ED. The claim must focus on the integration challenges (e.g., how a high-power radio interferes with a sensitive analog sensor).
Scrapped Material Tracking
Materials consumed or destroyed during testing (like burnt boards) are often claimable, but usually poorly tracked. We help capture this evidence as you build.
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Your R&D in
[
Electronics
]
Our expertise. Zero anxiety.
How Checkpoint helps electronics & hardware teams with SR&ED
We turn real electronics & hardware innovation into a clear SR&ED claim with evidence CRA can understand—without unnecessary complexity.
[ step 01 ]
Entry consultation
A brief, technical conversation to understand your operations to determine your SR&ED potential. No preparation needed.
[ step 02 ]
Eligibility review
We analyze your technical landscape to separate routine engineering from eligible work, identifying your hidden ROI.
[ step 03 ]
Technical discovery
We identify potential SR&ED projects from your work, and translate them into CRA-compliant language. Your team stays focused on innovation, not paperwork.
[ step 04 ]
Claim Preparation & Submission
We identify eligible project costs, draft the SR&ED forms, and develop a technical narrative for the CRA. We then coordinate with your tax advisor to manage the final submission.
[ step 05 ]
Proactive Compliance
Say goodbye to the year-end scramble. We establish a recurring rhythm of monthly or quarterly check-ins to capture eligible activities and costs as they happen.
[ step 06 ]
CRA Audit and Review Defense
We don’t just submit and disappear. We provide expert technical defense and manage all CRA communications to protect your claim.
[ step 07 ]
Funding Secured
Once your claim is approved, we provide a detailed reconciliation of the funding secured. We operate on a success-fee basis—we win only when you win.
What evidence
matters most
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(and how we keep it simple)
01
Technical
Uncertainty
The solution isn’t obvious in your context—there’s a real technical problem to solve.
02
Systematic Investigation
You test options through trials and iterations, form hypotheses, and measurement conclusions.
03
Technological Advancement
You can show measurable improvement beyond routine operations.
We help you capture:
You don’t need perfect paperwork. You need a consistent evidence trail.
What problem you were solving
[ uncertainty ]
What you changed vs. what stayed constant
[ variables ]
What you measured
[ results, comparisons ]
What changed based on results
[ decisions ]
Who worked on it and when
[ timeline ]
Link between trial work and eligible costs
[ high-level ]
Why teams choose Checkpoint
Proven experience, defensible process, and clear accountability.
20
+
[ Years of experience ]
8500
+
[ Projects ]
$500M
+
[ Recovered ]
96.5
%
[ Success rate ]
[ Testimonials ]
[ Electronics & Hardware ]
“It is rare to find a partner who speaks the language of circuit engineering so fluently.
Checkpoint Research implemented a simple, effective process that allowed our team to speak directly about the technical hurdles we face. They possess the technical literacy to understand the 'why' behind our engineering choices, ensuring our R&D is captured with total accuracy."
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the CRA’s "Why and How" framework?
The "Why and How" framework is the CRA’s current assessment standard, replacing the legacy "Five Questions." It strictly evaluates the technical impetus for your project (the 'Why') and the systematic rigor of your execution (the 'How').
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What constitutes "contemporaneous documentation"?
Contemporaneous documentation refers to raw evidence generated during the execution of the work. Retroactive documentation drafted months after project completion is heavily scrutinized and frequently rejected by the CRA.
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Which specific artifacts should our engineering team preserve?
Preserve time-stamped artifacts tied directly to technical roadblocks. Commit logs, Jira/Linear tickets, Slack threads detailing failed tests, architecture whiteboard photos, and granular timesheets are the gold standard of evidence.
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What are the escalation protocols if a claim is denied?
The CRA provides a strict, three-tier escalation framework: an initial dispute resolution dialogue with the reviewer, an escalation to the Review Manager, and ultimately a formal Notice of Objection — filed within 90 days of assessment and, if required, carried to the Tax Court of Canada.
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When is litigation in the Tax Court of Canada (TCC) necessary?
The TCC is the final arbiter, utilized only when internal CRA administrative appeals are exhausted. It provides an independent judicial review of your technical and financial eligibility, completely separate from the CRA's internal ecosystem.
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Let’s Assess Your R&D Potential
Start with a pressure-free consultation.
We’ll clarify what likely qualifies, flag key risk areas, and recommend the safest next step based on your activities and timeline.
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