Velocity was created for the purpose of giving students at the University of Waterloo access to resources to turn their innovative ideas into successful start-up businesses. Through Velocity, students at the University of Waterloo are fostered as entrepreneurs through first-hand… Read more »
Employee Spotlight: Jamie Fernandez
Jamie Fernandez joined our Client Management team in October, and his combination of enthusiasm and professionalism has made him a welcome addition to the NorthBridge team. As a Client Manager, Jamie’s role is to set up and attend meetings with… Read more »
February: A Month to Reinvest in Friends and Family
Over the past long weekend, love was in the air, but did you ever wonder how much that affection costs us? Valentine’s Day offers up opportunity for extra romance and treats, but how much money do we reinvest in our… Read more »
NorthBridge Success Story: Ontario Software Developer Qualifies for SR&ED Tax Credit
NorthBridge engaged a software developer located in the Region of Waterloo that was developing new software and technology in the mobile application space. The company was looking to develop new innovative software and invest in cutting edge research. The company… Read more »
Communitech: A Leader in Global Technological Innovation
In 1997, Communitech was founded in the Waterloo Region by a group of entrepreneurs to establish a community with the aim of supporting technological innovation at all geographic levels: regionally, provincially, and nationally. By the beginning of 2015, this not-for-profit… Read more »
Linking SR&ED to OIDMTC Tax Credits
The Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit provides support for digital media companies that are investing in innovative technologies and experimental development projects. Eligible companies can receive support for labour, materials, overhead, and subcontract costs related to scientific… Read more »
Western Innovation Initiative
As the innovation limits are continually being pushed, the Canadian government continues to support the Western Innovation Initiative (WINN). WINN provides interest-free repayable contributions (covers up to 50% of capital equipment and other direct expenditures) for SMEs located in Western… Read more »
Employee Spotlight: Nhuan Vuong
Nhuan Vuong joined NorthBridge in October and has already made major contributions to our team. As a technical writer, his job includes writing project narratives for SR&ED applications as well as applications for government grants, loans, and other tax credits.… Read more »
OIDMTC Supports Development of Digital Media in Ontario
The Ontario Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (OIDMTC) is a refundable tax credit that supports the development of interactive digital media in Ontario. Eligible projects must be interactive digital media that includes content designed to educate, inform, or entertain that… Read more »