Mining Exploration Tax Credit for Corporate Income Tax
Tax creditBritish Columbia
A British Columbia corporate income tax credit that reimburses 20% (or 30% in Mountain Pine Beetle affected areas) of qualified mining exploration expenses incurred while determining the existence, location, extent, or quality of mineral resources in B.C. Eligible corporations and active partnership members conducting grassroots mineral exploration can claim the credit against their tax liability.
What you'll need
- Schedule 421 (British Columbia Mining Exploration Tax Credit)
- T2 Corporation Income Tax Return
- Documentation of qualified mining exploration expenses
- Proof of assistance received or receivable (if applicable)
- British Columbia Mining Exploration Tax Credit Partnership Schedule (T1249) if claiming as partnership member