GST/HST & Sales Tax Filings
Sales tax filed accurately and on schedule — with every input tax credit you're entitled to, and none you're not.
Sales tax done properly, period after period
GST/HST looks simple until it isn't: registration timing, place-of-supply rules across provinces, input tax credits on mixed-use expenses, quick method elections, and CRA pre-assessment reviews that hold up refunds. Errors compound quietly, because every filing period repeats them.
We handle sales tax as part of an organized bookkeeping and filing rhythm. Returns are prepared from reconciled books — not estimates — filed on time, and supported by records that stand up if the CRA asks questions. If you are registering for the first time, we set the account, the filing frequency, and the method up correctly from the start.
Cleaning up past filings
If previous returns were missed, estimated, or filed from unreconciled records, we can rebuild the numbers, file or amend what is needed, and deal with the CRA on your behalf. Coming forward voluntarily is almost always cheaper than waiting to be found — and we manage the process so it stays orderly.
Who this service is for
- Self-employed individuals and consultants approaching or past the $30,000 threshold
- Incorporated businesses filing monthly, quarterly, or annually
- Businesses selling across provinces with place-of-supply questions
- Businesses with held refunds or CRA pre-assessment reviews
- New businesses that want registration and setup done right the first time
What's included
- GST/HST registration and filing-frequency setup
- Return preparation from reconciled books
- Input tax credit review and documentation
- Quick method and election analysis where beneficial
- Electronic filing and payment scheduling
- Provincial sales tax guidance (PST/QST) where applicable
- CRA review and audit support for sales tax matters
Common questions about gst/hst & sales tax filings
When do I have to register for GST/HST?
Generally once your taxable revenues exceed $30,000 over four consecutive calendar quarters — but registering earlier is often advantageous because it lets you recover GST/HST paid on expenses. We look at your situation and advise on timing rather than defaulting to the threshold.
What is the quick method, and would it save me money?
The quick method lets eligible small businesses remit a reduced flat percentage of sales instead of tracking input tax credits in detail. For service businesses with low taxable expenses it often produces real savings; for others it costs money. We run the comparison with your actual numbers before recommending an election.
Why is the CRA holding my GST/HST refund?
Refund claims are commonly selected for pre-assessment review, where the CRA asks for invoices and support before releasing payment. Well-organized records resolve these quickly. We prepare the response, deal with the reviewer, and follow through until the refund is released.
I missed several GST/HST filings. How bad is it?
Unfiled returns attract penalties, interest, and eventually arbitrary assessments — the CRA files for you, rarely in your favour. The path back is straightforward: reconcile the books, file the outstanding periods, and address the balance. We handle this regularly and can usually stabilize the situation quickly.
Let's put your finances in order.
Book a consultation and speak directly with a CPA about your situation — no obligation, no pressure, just a clear conversation about what you need.