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PSTC Tax Credit Application Fee Increases this February 2020
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After successful consultations between industry and government, Creative BC intends to increase the application fees for the PSTC tax credit program from $5,500 to $10,000CDN. (FIBC application fees will not be increased).
*The schedule of timelines and dates relevant to change is as follows:
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Projects that start Principal Photography on or after |
$ 10,000 fee + GST |
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Projects that start Principal Photography prior to February 19th, 2020 |
$ 5,500 fee + GST |
Please note that all applications are subject to GST (unchanged)
Please contact taxteam@creativebc.com with any questions or comments.
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