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Changes to the Voluntary Disclosures Program

The CRA has announced changes to the existing VDP that will be effective October 01, 2025.

Avalara vs CanadaGST

Avalara for Canada is not a complete sales tax solution.

Nova Scotia’s HST rate to decrease on April 1, 2025

Nova Scotia’s HST rate to decrease from 15% to 14% effective April 1, 2025

Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP)

The Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) grants relief to taxpayers who voluntarily come forward to fix errors or omissions.

Underused Housing Tax

The Underused Housing Tax is an annual 1% tax on the ownership of vacant or underused housing in Canada. Generally applicable to foreign nationals, it took effect on January 1, 2022.

Sales tax rates in Canada

Sales tax rates in Canada range from 5% to 15%. Depending upon where you sell, you may have to charge GST/HST, PST and/or QST.