BC Interactive Media Tax Credit (IDMTC)

The Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (IDMTC) is a fully refundable incentive from the British Columbia government that supports the creation of interactive digital media. It’s designed to promote digital media innovation and create jobs in B.C. At Ayming, we help companies navigate the program, maximize their tax credit, and reinvest savings to fuel growth and creativity.

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Turn your digital media work into strategic funding opportunities

The Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (IDMTC) is one of British Columbia’s most powerful incentives for digital media creators. This fully refundable tax credit can help your company reduce labor costs on projects such as video games, educational software, simulators, and AR/VR experiences.

By lowering the financial barriers to innovation, the IDMTC gives you the freedom to push creative boundaries while strengthening B.C.’s reputation as a global hub for digital media. The program is designed to spark innovation, attract new investment, and create high-quality jobs across the province’s thriving tech and creative industries.

Strategic risk review

Seamless end-to-end support

Credit Optimization Without Compromise

Flexible Fee Structures

Ayming has been an invaluable partner in helping us navigate and maximize Canadas Multimedia Tax Credit. Their deep understanding of the program across multiple provinces and their proactive approach have streamlined our entire claims process. Their expertise makes them more than consultants, they are a trusted extension of our finance team. Serge, Ryan, and Darlie are an absolute pleasure to work with.

San Q. Phan, VP of Finance at Voldex

Why Partner with Ayming

Claiming the British Columbia Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit can be complex, but Ayming makes it simple. With over 35 years of experience helping Canadian companies access government funding and tax credits, Ayming knows exactly how to maximize your IDMTC claim while keeping you fully compliant.

We offer more than guidance, we become a strategic partner in turning your digital media projects into real funding opportunities. From evaluating eligible expenses to preparing and filing your claim, we manage the process so you can focus on producing cutting-edge digital content.

Frequently asked questions

What Is the IDMTC?

The Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (IDMTC) is a fully refundable incentive from the British Columbia government that supports the creation of interactive multimedia, including video games, educational software, simulators, and AR/VR products. Ayming helps companies navigate this program, maximize their tax credit, and leverage savings to drive innovation and create jobs in B.C.’s digital media sector.

What is the Product Eligibility Criteria?

To qualify for the IDMTC, your digital product should be designed to educate, inform, or entertain users and include content in at least two different media forms, such as text, sound, or images. The project must be developed in British Columbia to meet eligibility requirements. Note that products enabling gambling with currency are excluded starting September 1, 2024.

Who Can Claim It?

To be eligible, a corporation must:
- Be a taxable Canadian corporation with a permanent establishment in B.C. during the tax year.
- Be registered with the B.C. Ministry of Finance, with the required application fee paid.
- Meet salary-and-wage thresholds:
  - Either have $2 million or more in eligible salary/wages, or
  - Have between $100,000 and $2 million in eligible salary/wages and conduct principally interactive digital media development, or provide eligible services to such a company

How Much Is the Credit?

As of September 1, 2025, the IDMTC rises to 25% on eligible B.C. salaries and wages with no expiration. Ayming can help you maximize these savings to boost your next digital media project.