Industry-leading R&D tax credit platform combines deep human expertise with AI-powered technology to navigate Quebec's historic shift toward AI innovation funding.

Industry-leading R&D tax credit platform combines deep human expertise with AI-powered technology to navigate Quebec's historic shift toward AI innovation funding VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boast, North America's leading R&D tax credit platform, today announced the launch of the first and only tech-enabled solution specifically dedicated to Quebec's Tax Credit for the Development of E-Business Integrating Artificial Intelligence (CDAE-IA). This specialized offering positions Boast as the premier partner for Quebec tech companies navigating the historic transition from the traditional CDAE program to the AI-focused CDAE-IA framework taking effect January 1, 2026. A recent report from the Québec Innovation Council (CIQ) shows that despite substantial government support, Québec’s business R&D investment remains low - just 1.3% of GDP, well below levels seen across the OECD, G7, and EU. Also, Quebec has announced a landmark $271.5-million, five-year investment to reshape its innovation strategy. This transition introduces a new competitive landscape, pushing companies to adapt quickly or risk falling behind. "This transformation isn't just a name change; it's Quebec's strategic commitment to cementing its position as a global AI innovation hub," said Imad Jebara, CEO of Boast. "While AI-powered automation tools can collect data, successfully navigating CDAE-IA requires nuanced human judgment that only comes from deep expertise in Quebec tax policy, AI technologies, and government agency relationships. That's exactly what Boast brings to Quebec's innovative companies; and we're the only provider with a tech-enabled platform purpose-built for this program." Technology That Amplifies Human Intelligence While human expertise drives strategy and optimization, Boast's AI-powered platform handles the operational heavy lifting. As the only technology solution built specifically for CDAE-IA, the platform seamlessly integrates with existing project management systems-including Jira and Github-to automatically collect and categorize AI-related activities without creating burdensome processes for development teams. The platform creates comprehensive, audit-ready documentation from day one, representing a critical differentiator as companies face increased scrutiny around AI integration claims. Boast's SOC II-compliant system establishes an unshakeable system of record. Key features of Boast's CDAE-IA solution include: Multi-Program Optimization: Strategic coordination of CDAE-IA with federal SR&ED and provincial CRIC to maximize total funding while ensuring compliance across programs Transition Strategy Support: Comprehensive guidance for maximizing 2025 CDAE claims under current rules while positioning for enhanced 2026 CDAE-IA eligibility Built-in Audit Defense: Expert support and bulletproof documentation for Investissement Québec Year-Round Platform Access: Continuous value beyond claim submission, including policy updates, ongoing optimization, and strategic R&D credit planning Supporting Quebec's AI Innovation Leaders Boast's CDAE-IA solution serves companies across Quebec's diverse innovation ecosystem, including AI-native startups, traditional software companies integrating AI capabilities, machine learning consulting firms, SaaS providers, and data processing and hosting companies newly eligible under CDAE-IA's expanded criteria. Boast's CDAE-IA solution is available immediately for Quebec-based companies. Organizations can begin with a complimentary AI integration assessment to evaluate CDAE-IA eligibility and identify optimization opportunities across multiple funding programs. About Boast Boast specializes in helping organizations claim and access eligible R&D tax credits, minimizing audit risks and time-consuming processes in Canada and the United States. Boast combines in-house technical and R&D tax expertise with the latest AI technology to help companies effortlessly navigate the complexities of tax credits, enabling them to focus on what they do best: innovate. Since Boast's founding in 2011, the company has helped more than 2,000 businesses across North America tap into more than $625 million in innovation capital to build stronger products, extend their runway, and drive world-changing innovation. Click here for more information about CDAE-IA and Boast's dedicated solution https://www.boast.ai/en-ca/solutions/cdae-ia/ Media Contact: Paul Davenport, Head of Content [email protected]

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