- Budget 2025 introduces reverse-charge (self-accounting) rules for GST/HST in telecommunications to combat fraud, aligning with European VAT practices; possible expansion to other industries is under consultation.
- The Under-Utilized House Tax (UHT), which caused compliance issues, has been eliminated.
- No major changes to GST joint venture rules; proposed restrictive reforms have stalled, with hope for expansion of existing rules.
- Audit and investigation powers are strengthened, with new penalties for non-compliance with audit requests.
- No significant changes to customs and trade VAT rules; proposed Customs Value for Duty changes were not included in the budget.
Source: taxandtradelaw.com
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