- Canada announces fiscal support measures for businesses affected by U.S. tariffs
- Prime Minister Mark Carney introduces indirect tax relief at federal and provincial levels
- Canada Revenue Agency offers automatic deferral of GST/HST payments from 2 April to 30 June 2025
- No application needed and no interest charged during deferral period
- Standard interest rates resume from 1 July 2025
- Businesses must file returns on time despite payment deferral
- Several provinces align with federal relief or provide specific deferrals
- Quebec aligns with CRA for QST with same relief conditions
- Manitoba offers penalty
- and interest-free deferral on RST payments until 20 June 2025
- Ontario allows deferral of provincially administered taxes from 1 April to 1 October 2025
- Measures aim to support businesses during economic uncertainty without added burdens or penalties
- Companies should stay informed on provincial announcements and maintain timely tax filings
Source: taxbackinternational.com
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