Every year, Québec SMEs that innovate as part of their everyday work without even realizing it miss out on the SR&ED tax credit. Not because they don't qualify, but because of myths that have been circulating for years. Here are the five most costly myths, and what has actually changed in the program for 2025-2026: Myth #1 — You need a lab to do SR&ED This is probably the most widespread misconception. In reality, SR&ED doesn't depend on where the work happens, but on its na