Canadian GST/HST Basics

Canadian GST/HST Basics

  • Format:

    Online

  • Duration:

    22.5 hours

  • Registration Fee:

    $595

 

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Start Date

Online

Part-Time:October 21, 2025 - December 11, 2025

Schedule: Webinars are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm PT

Online Flexible Learning Options:

Ashton College offers two online learning options to suit your schedule:

  • Synchronous
    Students access learning through live online classes; or
  • Asynchronous
    Students access learning through recorded online classes.

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Mastering the Canadian Sales Tax System: Conquer GST/HST and Boost Your Career!

Do you ever wonder how sales tax works in Canada? The Canadian GST/HST course unlocks the mysteries of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), empowering you to navigate this essential part of everyday business transactions.

Why is this important?

  • Sales Tax Everywhere: From groceries to clothing, sales tax impacts every industry across Canada. Understanding the system gives you a distinct advantage.
  • Career Advancement: Mastering GST/HST can open doors to exciting career opportunities in accounting, finance, or any sales-related field.

What You'll Learn:

  • GST/HST: We'll delve into the history and scope of Canadian GST/HST, providing a clear foundation for understanding this essential tax.
  • Registration and Filing Made Easy: Learn the process of registering for GST/HST and filing returns accurately and efficiently.
  • Staying Compliant: Explore the key principles of GST/HST legislation, ensuring you stay on the right side of the taxman.
  • Provincial Variations: Master the unique rules and rates for GST/HST across each Canadian province.
  • Domestic vs. Imported Goods: Understand the different GST/HST provisions for goods produced or imported into Canada.
  • GST/HST Concepts Explained: We'll break down essential concepts like commercial activity, business definitions, partnerships, and trusts.
  • Maximizing Input Tax Credits and Rebates: Discover how to claim input tax credits and rebates to minimize your tax burden.
  • Zero-Rated and Exempt Supplies: Learn about goods and services that are exempt from GST/HST or have a zero-rate.
  • Making Informed Elections and Applications: Gain insights into strategic elections and applications you can make under GST/HST legislation.
  • Employee & Shareholder Expenses Explained: Understand the Canadian GST/HST implications of employee and shareholder expenses and benefits.
  • Real Property and GST/HST: We'll explore how GST/HST applies to real property transactions.
  • Navigating Audits and Appeals: Gain confidence in dealing with GST/HST administrations, assessments, objections, and appeals processes.

By the end of this Canadian GST/HST course, you will have the knowledge and tools to navigate the Canadian sales tax system with ease, ensuring compliance and maximizing your financial advantage. Enroll today and unlock the power of GST/HST!

Admission Requirements!

None

Fees

The registration fee for this course is $595.

Note: Tuition fees do not include the cost of the required textbooks. The textbook fee is approximately $121.00

Ashton College does not sell textbooks directly. Students are required to purchase their textbooks through third-party vendors.

Technical Requirements

Computer System: Fully functional computer with webcam, speakers, and microphone (headset recommended).

Internet Connection: Reliable high-speed internet connection.

Device: While accessible on smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better learning experience.

This program/course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the British Columbia Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. As such, PTIRU did not review the program/course.

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