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We prepare and file your HST/GST returns, identify input tax credits (ITCs) you may be missing, and support you through CRA sales tax reviews and audits.
Sales tax is one of the most audited areas for small businesses. Getting it right protects your cash flow and your peace of mind.
Our process
We confirm your registration, reporting period and the method that saves you the most.
We reconcile HST collected and paid against your books each period.
We prepare and file your return and confirm payment or refund timing.
We keep audit-ready support for every ITC you claim.
FAQ
You must register once your worldwide taxable supplies exceed $30,000 in a single calendar quarter or over four consecutive calendar quarters. You can also register voluntarily before then to claim ITCs.
Ontario’s harmonized sales tax rate is 13%, made up of the 5% federal portion and the 8% provincial portion.
It is a simplified way for eligible small businesses to calculate net tax by remitting a fixed percentage of sales instead of tracking ITCs on most expenses. For some service businesses, it can mean a lower remittance.
Further reading
Employee vs. independent contractor in Canada: the CRA's two-step test, the cost of misclassifying a worker at 2026 CPP/EI rates, CPT1 rulings, slips and PSBs.
Read articleHST Quick Method vs. regular method in Ontario: the $400,000 limit, 8.8% and 4.4% rates, the 1% credit, who can't use it and how to elect with Form GST74.
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GST/HST registration for Ontario small businesses: the $30,000 small supplier rule, the two tests, the 29-day deadline, voluntary registration and 13% HST.
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Free consultation
Book a free 15-minute consultation about HST/GST Filing & Compliance. We will confirm what you need and quote a fixed fee before any work begins.
