GST/HST Filing & Compliance Services
Accurate GST/HST returns, maximized input tax credits, and zero missed deadlines — for Canadian businesses of every size.
Complete GST/HST Services
From registration to filing to audit defence — we handle every aspect of GST/HST compliance so you can focus on running your business.
GST/HST Return Preparation
Accurate returns filed on time, every period. We calculate your net tax, reconcile your books to the return, and submit directly to the CRA — eliminating errors and penalties from late or incorrect filings.
- ✓ Monthly, quarterly, and annual filers
- ✓ Books reconciled to return before filing
- ✓ CRA NetFile submission
Input Tax Credit Maximization
Every eligible ITC captured and documented. We ensure you recover the GST/HST paid on all qualifying business purchases — improving cash flow and reducing your net tax payable.
- ✓ Complete ITC identification and tracking
- ✓ CRA-compliant invoice documentation
- ✓ Partial ITC calculations (mixed-use assets)
Tax Code Setup & Configuration
Correct GST/HST tax codes in QuickBooks from day one. Proper setup ensures every transaction is taxed at the right rate — GST, HST, zero-rated, or exempt — preventing costly errors in your returns.
- ✓ Province-specific tax rate configuration
- ✓ Zero-rated and exempt supply identification
- ✓ Place of supply rules applied correctly
Deadline Management
Never miss a CRA filing date. We track all your GST/HST deadlines, installment payment dates, and registration requirements — with proactive reminders so you're never caught off guard by CRA penalties.
- ✓ Deadline calendar for all filing periods
- ✓ Installment payment tracking
- ✓ Penalty and interest prevention
Explore Our GST/HST Services
Dive deeper into each component of our GST/HST compliance offering.
Deadline Management
Never miss a CRA filing date with proactive tracking and reminders.
Input Tax Credits
Maximize ITC recovery on all eligible business purchases.
Method Selection
Choose the right GST/HST reporting method to minimize your tax payable.
Tax Code Setup
Correct QuickBooks tax codes configured for every province and supply type.
GST/HST Compliance, Handled
Stop worrying about GST/HST deadlines, missed ITCs, and CRA compliance. Our team files accurate returns and keeps your books CRA-ready year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Canadian bookkeeping services
Your business must register for GST/HST when taxable revenues exceed $30,000 over any four consecutive calendar quarters. This threshold applies to most businesses — once you cross it, you have 29 days to register with the CRA. If you believe you will exceed the threshold, you can register voluntarily before reaching it, which allows you to claim input tax credits (ITCs) on purchases immediately.
Voluntary registration is often beneficial for businesses with significant startup costs, as it allows you to recover GST/HST paid on equipment, software, professional services, and supplies. Our team helps you evaluate when registration makes sense for your business and handles the registration process with the CRA.
Filing frequency depends on your annual taxable revenues: monthly (over $6 million), quarterly ($1.5 million to $6 million), or annually (under $1.5 million). The CRA assigns a reporting period when you register, but you can request a different frequency. Annual filers must still make quarterly installment payments if their net tax is $3,000 or more.
Missing deadlines results in penalties and interest charges. We track all GST/HST deadlines for our clients and file returns accurately and on time — eliminating the risk of CRA penalties from late or incorrect filings.
Input tax credits allow you to recover the GST/HST you pay on business purchases and expenses. Eligible ITC claims include GST/HST paid on inventory, equipment, office supplies, professional services, advertising, vehicle expenses (business portion), and most other business operating costs. To claim ITCs, you must have valid documentation — invoices showing the supplier's GST/HST number, the tax charged, and proof of payment.
Our bookkeeping ensures every eligible ITC is captured and documented. We categorize expenses properly, maintain compliant records, and maximize your ITC claims within CRA rules — improving your cash flow and reducing your net tax payable.
Canada has two primary sales tax systems. GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a federal 5% tax that applies across all provinces. HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) combines the federal GST with provincial sales tax in Ontario (13%), New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island (15%). Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba have separate PST systems in addition to the federal GST.
The correct tax rates must be applied based on where your customers are located (place of supply rules). If your business sells across multiple provinces, we ensure the right rates are applied to every transaction and that your GST/HST returns correctly account for all provincial components.
The CRA offers three GST/HST calculation methods: the regular method (actual GST/HST collected minus ITCs), the quick method (a flat remittance rate applied to gross sales — no ITC claims on most purchases), and the simplified method (for large businesses with complex ITC claims). Most small and medium businesses use the regular method, though the quick method can save money for service-based businesses with low input costs.
Choosing the right method can significantly impact your tax payable. We analyze your business's revenue mix, expense structure, and ITC eligibility to recommend the most tax-efficient method — and handle CRA elections to change methods when beneficial.