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Do you need to register?

The $30,000 rule —
and why it's not the full picture

The CRA requires GST registration once your revenue crosses a threshold. But for many Calgary contractors and trades, registering early makes financial sense.

$30K
Mandatory registration threshold. Once your business earns $30,000 in a single quarter or across four consecutive quarters, you must register for GST/HST within 29 days.

You must register if…

  • Revenue exceeded $30,000 in any single quarter
  • Revenue exceeded $30,000 across four consecutive quarters
  • You provide taxable goods or services in Canada
  • Non-resident selling goods or services in Canada above the threshold

Consider registering early if…

  • Contractor or tradesperson buying materials and equipment
  • Want to claim input tax credits from day one
  • Clients expect a GST number on your invoices
  • Planning to grow past $30,000 and want systems set up correctly from the start
Registration

How we register your
business for GST/HST

We handle the CRA process from start to finish — including setting up authorized representative access so we can file and communicate with the CRA on your behalf.

Step 01

We review your situation

We confirm whether voluntary or mandatory registration is right for your business and determine the correct effective registration date.

Step 02

We file with the CRA

We submit your GST/HST registration to the Canada Revenue Agency on your behalf — correctly, the first time.

Step 03

You get your GST number

Once approved, we confirm your Business Number and GST account. You're ready to collect and claim GST immediately.

Step 04

We set up your filing

We advise on your assigned filing frequency (annual, quarterly, or monthly) and make sure your bookkeeping tracks GST properly going forward.

Get My GST Number — $100+GST
GST/HST Filing

Accurate returns filed
on time, every time

Late or incorrect GST filings trigger CRA penalties. We prepare and file your returns electronically — and handle any CRA correspondence that follows.

Filing Frequency
Annual, Quarterly, or Monthly
Assigned by the CRA based on your revenue. Most small businesses file quarterly or annually. We track your deadline and file before it.
How We File
Electronically — as required by CRA
Since January 2024, all GST/HST registrants (except charities) must file electronically. We file through CRA's Represent a Client portal or accounting software. Paper filing now triggers a CRA penalty.
CRA Correspondence
We respond on your behalf
If the CRA contacts you about your GST account, we handle it. No deciphering government letters on your own.

What's included in a GST return

  • Calculation of GST/HST collected from customers
  • Calculation of Input tax credits (ITCs) you can claim
  • Net tax owing or refund determination
  • Electronic filing with the CRA
  • Confirmation and remittance guidance
  • Reconciliation with your bookkeeping records

GST filing is included in all monthly bookkeeping packages. For businesses that only need standalone filing, we offer one-time return preparation — see pricing below.

Input Tax Credits

Claim back the GST
you pay on business expenses

ITCs let you recover the GST/HST you paid on business purchases. For contractors and trades, this can add up to thousands of dollars per year — and most of it goes unclaimed when books aren't kept properly.

Materials & Supplies

Lumber, concrete, hardware, consumables — all eligible for ITC claims.

Vehicle & Fuel

Business vehicle expenses including fuel, maintenance, and insurance (business-use portion).

Equipment & Tools

Power tools, machinery, job site equipment — claim ITCs on the GST paid at purchase.

Subcontractors

GST paid to registered subcontractors is fully claimable — proper invoices and T5018 records required.

Software & Tech

Accounting software, business apps, computers — eligible ITCs for business-use purchases.

Office & Home Office

Rent, utilities, and home office costs — business-use portion qualifies for ITCs.

Justin's take — from a contractor's perspective

Running a construction operation, the GST on materials and equipment adds up fast. When I was in the trades, claiming ITCs properly was the difference between a GST refund and a surprise bill. Getting your registration and filing right from the start isn't just compliance — it's money back in your business.

Pricing

Flat-rate GST/HST services —
no hourly surprises

One-time services for businesses that need just registration or a return filed. Or let GST be fully handled inside a monthly bookkeeping package.

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GST/HST Registration
$100+GST · one-time
Full CRA registration setup. Ideal for new businesses or anyone who hasn't registered yet and needs it done correctly the first time.
  • CRA GST/HST account registration
  • Effective date determination
  • GST/HST account number confirmation (your BN + RT 0001)
  • Filing frequency guidance
  • Voluntary vs. mandatory registration advice
  • ITC eligibility overview for your business type
  • Represent a Client authorization setup
Register My Business
Standalone GST Return
$75+GST · per return
Already registered but need a single return filed accurately and on time.
  • GST/HST return preparation
  • Input tax credit calculation
  • Net tax owing or refund determination
  • Electronic filing with the CRA
  • Remittance guidance
  • CRA filing confirmation
File My GST Return
$0 extra
Already on a monthly bookkeeping plan? GST/HST registration and ongoing filing are included in every package — Starter ($249/mo), Build ($449/mo), Growth ($699/mo), and Scale ($1,349/mo). View full bookkeeping packages →
FAQ

Common GST/HST questions
from Alberta business owners

You are required to register for GST/HST once your business revenue exceeds $30,000 in a single calendar quarter or over four consecutive quarters. Many businesses — especially contractors and trades — benefit from registering voluntarily before hitting that threshold to claim input tax credits on materials, equipment, and fuel from day one.
The CRA assigns your filing frequency when you register — typically annual for lower-revenue businesses, quarterly for mid-revenue, and monthly for higher-revenue businesses. Most small businesses in Calgary file quarterly or annually. If your revenue changes, you can request a frequency change. We track your deadlines and file on time.
Late GST filings result in CRA penalties — and since January 2024, filing by paper instead of electronically triggers an additional penalty. If you've missed filings, we can help you catch up. The CRA is generally more cooperative when you come forward proactively before they reach out to you. Reach out and we'll sort it out →
Yes — if your subcontractor is GST-registered and charges you GST, you can claim that amount back as an input tax credit. You'll need proper invoices showing their GST number and the GST charged. This also ties directly into your T5018 reporting obligations for subcontractor payments over $500. Keeping these records organized is one of the biggest advantages of proper monthly bookkeeping.
It depends — and getting it wrong in either direction has real consequences. Register too late and you miss ITCs you were entitled to. Register without understanding your obligations and you take on compliance requirements your business may not be ready for. Every new corporation is a little different, and the right answer depends on your industry, expected revenue, and expenses from day one. Book a free call and we'll tell you exactly what applies to your situation →
Yes. We serve clients remotely across all of Alberta — Calgary, Cochrane, Airdrie, Red Deer, Edmonton, and beyond. All GST registration and filing services are available fully online. No in-person meeting required.
Alberta only charges GST (5%) — there is no provincial HST here. HST is a combined federal and provincial tax used in provinces like Ontario (13%) and Nova Scotia (15%). If your Alberta business sells to customers in HST provinces, you may need to charge HST on those sales. We'll advise on what applies to your situation.
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