Emerging Tech & Knowledge-Based Enterprises
High-growth technology enterprises operate in rapid innovation cycles characterized by high R&D expenditures, remote global talent, complex equity compensation plans, and international customer bases.
Our Tech & Knowledge-Based practice works hand-in-hand with founders, CTOs, and CFOs to maximize non-dilutive government funding, manage cross-border intellectual property, and prepare for institutional funding or M&A exits.
Sector Capabilities
SR&ED Tax Credits & R&D Incentives
Preparing comprehensive technical and financial claims under the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program, recovering up to 35% of eligible Canadian innovation expenses.
Equity Compensation (ESOP) & Retention Plans
Structuring tax-compliant employee stock options, phantom shares, and restricted share units (RSUs) to attract top engineering and leadership talent.
Global Expansion & US Market Entry
Designing cross-border Delaware / Canadian parent-subsidiary structures, transfer pricing agreements, and W-8BEN-E withholding tax compliance for US revenue streams.