2026 GST/HST Seminar Series #1: Intro to GST/HST - For Profits

Did you know there are different GST/HST rules for different industry sectors?   

Are you aware of the various GST/HST entitlements and obligations?

Do you want to ensure you are current on GST/HST fundamentals?  

If you would like to learn more, you should attend this Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Presentation. You will hear critical information about some of the most important GST/HST obligations and entitlements. We will lay the requisite foundation you need, in preparation for even more detailed learning in subsequent Presentations in the Series. You will hear directly from CRA’s GST/HST Headquarters Representative, who has 35 years of experience working in CRA’s GST/HST programs. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Understand basic GST/HST application 
• Learn about the obligation to charge and collect tax
• Apply credit entitlements 
• Recognize potential mistakes
• Eliminate non-compliance 
• Maximize claims 

TOPICS:

• Definitions 
• Excise Tax Act Overview
• GST/HST Registration 
• Characterization of Supplies
• Taxable Supplies
• Collect and Remitting Tax   
• Input Tax Credits
• Refund Holds 
• Special Cases
• Reference Materials   

WHO WILL BENEFIT:

This Presentation is designed for all For-Profit industries and includes information that applies to all GST/HST Registrants, Claimants, and more. It is intended for Owners, Tax Practitioners, Directors and staff members, plus any other individuals who may be involved in, or responsible for, the organization’s GST/HST. This Presentation will be of value to any individuals interested in learning more about GST/HST and will be an important introduction for those attending the more detailed learning in subsequent Presentations in the Series. 

PLEASE NOTE: The GST/HST Seminar Series is live only. The sessions will NOT be recorded and made available.

Cancellation: Cancellation requests received within seven (7) business days of the event are not eligible for a refund. Please see the full Terms & Conditions on the checkout page.

Event Speaker:

Michael Monk

Michael Monk has been with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for 35 years.  During that time, he has worked extensively with GST/HST.  Michael’s current role in CRA’s Ottawa Headquarters (HQ) is with the HQ—GST/HST and Digital Compliance Directorate, where he has managed CRA’s National GST/HST Presentations and Outreach services for the last nine years. Michael was a Team Leader and Senior Technical Interpretations Analyst for 12 years in GST/HST Rulings, Legislative Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Branch. He spent additional years in other GST/HST roles within the Compliance Programs Branch. Michael also worked as a CRA Facilitator over a 20-year period, developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses for hundreds of CRA staff.