Technology developers considering SR&ED (Scientific Research & Experimental Development) tax credits to offset research expenses will be interested to hear about CRA’s latest initiative for educating new applicants to this program. The FTCAS process was introduced at a recent SR&ED Practitioner meeting called by CRA. At this time it is a pilot program for all first time claims submitted to CRA between January 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014.