Notification of GST/HST Accounting Periods - Canada.ca 2025

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The document provides a form for businesses to notify the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) of their GST/HST accounting periods or to request approval for non-standard fiscal months. It outlines the necessary sections to complete, including identification, fiscal year details, and certification. The document also specifies guidelines for fiscal quarters and months, eligibility criteria for using the form, and instructions on where to send it. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of timely submission to avoid defaulting to standard reporting periods.

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What are the reporting periods for GST?

GST/HST registration and filing requirements for individuals with business income Annual Taxable RevenuesReporting PeriodOptional Reporting Period $1.5M or less Annual Monthly, Quarterly $1.5M - $6M Quarterly Monthly Over $6M Monthly None

How to change GST reporting period?

If you qualify, you can make changes to your GST/HST reporting period online in My Business Account or Represent a Client, or by filling out Form GST20, Election for GST/HST Reporting Period.

How often should I report GST?

Registrants are required to calculate their net GST remittance or refund on a periodic basis - monthly, quarterly or annually, depending on sales volumes. Following each reporting period, a registrant must file a GST return and remit the net tax owing, orclaim a refund.

What is the GST HST credit in Canada?

The goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit is a tax-free quarterly payment that helps individuals and families with low and modest incomes offset the GST or HST that they pay. It may also include payments from provincial and territorial programs.