Questions tagged [hst]
HST is the Harmonized Sales Tax in effect in several Canadian provinces. This is a combination of Federal and Provincial taxes that are applied in one transaction.
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Ontario harmonized sales tax (HST) transition benefit rebate cheques / OSTTB: Who, when, how much?
As part of introducing the HST this July 1st, 2010, the government of Ontario promised to issue special HST rebates to people meeting certain criteria, in order to ease the transition to the new tax.
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When does Ontario's HST come into effect?
When does the HST become effective? Will all businesses start charging HST right away, and will it replace the 5% GST with a straight 13% tax for all services?
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How can I minimize the impact of the HST?
HST is being introduced in both Ontario (see this question) and B.C., does anyone have suggestions for how to reduce its impact on individuals?
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Ontario HST Rebate: Is the HST rebate taxable / to be included in one's income?
Is the HST rebate taxable?
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Ontario HST rebate: I live in Quebec. Are the rebate cheques for Ontario residents only?
HST cheques are for Ontario residents only? Thought it was Canada. I live in Quebec. So we don't receive a cheque? But will have to pay the HST on all items purchased?
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I am married and currently being sponsored. I have a taxation number when filing taxes. How much HST rebate will my family receive?
I am married and currently being sponsored. I have a taxation number when filing taxes. How much HST rebate will my family receive?
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Are the HST rebates only paid for the first year, or will they be issued every year?
Will the HST rebates be paid each year after 2010 as well, or is this a one time thing?
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Capital gains when selling my boat and HST in Ontario Canada
Someone gifted me a boat and provided me with the original receipt that shows what they paid for it. I can see they paid $47000 + HST (=$53110).
If I sold the boat to a friend for $50000, do I need ...
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Ontario HST Rebate: What was the mailing date of the June, 2011 HST rebate cheque?
What was the date that the June, 2011 HST rebate cheques were mailed?
I have my bank statement that covers up to June 17th and the HST cheque was not deposited by that time.
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Ontario HST rebate: Would I be receiving a cheque if I owe Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)?
Would I be receiving a cheque if I owe Canada Revenue Agency?
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Do I need to collect GST/PST for providing software services to companies outside of Canada?
I have a corporation registered in BC, Canada. I provide custom software development services to companies outside of Canada. Do I need to collect GST/PST ?
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Ontario HST rebate: When would I qualify?
I turned 18 in January 2010 and I filed a 2009 income tax return. When will I qualify to receive the rebate?
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Ontario gas prices & HST: What will happen to prices at the pump on July 1, 2010?
When the HST comes into effect on July 1, 2010 will gas prices at the pump be affected immediately?
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What will happen to quarterly GST cheques when HST starts in Ontario?
The Federal government gives GST cheques to those who have qualifying incomes. What will happen in Ontario when the taxes merge?
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Where to find Amazon Canada's GST/HST Number? Wasn't on invoice emailed to me
I have a small business registered to collect GST/HST. I purchased a product from Amazon.ca, and they charged me HST. However, the invoice they emailed me did not contain the HST/GST, or Business ...