
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.