GST/HST guides for Canadian freelancers
Plain-language articles on the threshold, registration, and remittance. Math sourced from CRA RC4022 and RC4058. Not tax advice.
May 3, 2026 · 7 min read
How the $30,000 GST/HST Threshold Actually Works
The CRA's $30,000 small supplier threshold is a rolling 12-month window — not a calendar year. Most Canadian freelancers get this wrong. Here's how it actually works.
May 3, 2026 · 8 min read
Quick Method vs Regular Method: Which Saves You More Money?
If you're registered for GST/HST, the Quick Method lets you remit a flat percentage instead of tracking every input tax credit. Here's how to calculate which one actually saves you money.
May 3, 2026 · 6 min read
What Happens If You Miss the GST/HST Registration Deadline?
You crossed the $30,000 threshold but didn't register in time. Here's what the CRA actually does, what penalties look like, and how to fix it.
May 3, 2026 · 7 min read
Do I Need to Charge HST as a Freelancer in Canada?
Whether you need to collect and remit GST/HST depends on your revenue, your province, and what you sell. Here's a plain-language breakdown for Canadian freelancers and sole proprietors.
May 3, 2026 · 6 min read
GST/HST Remittance Deadlines in Canada: When and How to File
Miss a GST/HST remittance deadline and the CRA charges compound daily interest. Here are the exact deadlines for quarterly and annual filers, and how to avoid penalties.
May 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Quarterly vs Annual GST/HST Filer: Which Should You Choose?
When you register for GST/HST, the CRA assigns you a filing frequency. Here is what determines whether you file monthly, quarterly, or annually — and how to change it.
May 3, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Get a GST/HST Number in Canada
Step-by-step guide to registering for a GST/HST number with the CRA — online, by phone, and by mail. What information you need and what happens after you register.
May 3, 2026 · 10 min read
Tax Guide for Canadian Sole Proprietors: GST, Income Tax, and What to Track
A plain-language overview of the taxes Canadian sole proprietors and freelancers need to understand: income tax instalments, GST/HST, business expenses, and record-keeping.
May 3, 2026 · 5 min read
What Is an HST Number and Do You Need One?
An HST number (or GST/HST number) is a 9-digit business number the CRA issues when you register. Here is what it looks like, when you need one, and how to get it.
May 3, 2026 · 7 min read
How to Remit GST/HST Quarterly in Canada
Step-by-step guide to filing and paying your quarterly GST/HST return in Canada — what to report, how to calculate what you owe, and how to pay the CRA.
May 3, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Invoice with HST as a Canadian Freelancer
Once you are registered for GST/HST, your invoices need to include your registration number and the tax amount. Here is exactly what a compliant Canadian freelance invoice looks like.
May 3, 2026 · 7 min read
Input Tax Credits (ITCs): How to Recover GST/HST on Business Expenses
If you are registered for GST/HST, you can claim back the tax you paid on business expenses. Here is how input tax credits work, what qualifies, and how to claim them.