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GST/HST Relief Window

December 19, 2024

The Government of Canada has announced GST/HST relief on a wide range of items from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025. This presents a prime opportunity for U.S. suppliers, importers, distributors, and retailers to drive value in the Canadian market during the holiday season and beyond.

What You Need to Know:

Items eligible for the GST/HST relief include:

  • Food
  • Beverages
  • Restaurants, catering & other food & drink establishments
  • Children's clothing, footwear, and diapers
  • Car seats and toys (including jigsaw puzzles)
  • Video game consoles, controllers, and physical video games
  • Physical books and printed newspapers
  • Christmas trees and similar decorative items
  • Food, beverages, and related services

Relief applies whether purchases are made at retail or wholesale levels. Imported goods also qualify as long as they meet other eligibility criteria. Bonus for Ontario: Provincial sales tax relief will align with the federal program, amplifying savings on qualifying items.

A full overview can be found via the Canada Government’s website.