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Understanding and managing the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is an essential part of managing a business's books, especially as the business grows and changes.
On May 6, 2025, we’re hosting Elizabeth Hilton, Outreach Coordinator, to dive into the key aspects of PST. She will cover topics including, but not limited to:
- Small Sellers
- Real Property Contractors
- Delivery Charges
- Self-Assessment
- Multijurisdictional vehicles
- Farm Exemptions
- Software
- Audits
- Resources
The presentation will be followed by an open question and answer period.
Join us to ask questions and gain practical tips on how to keep your companies compliant, avoid penalties, and manage their taxes confidently.
Presenter: Elizabeth Hilton:
Elizabeth Hilton has been an Outreach Coordinator for the last 5 years in the B.C. Provincial Government, Ministry of Finance. She offers outreach services to help people understand the provincial sales tax (PST) and their obligations when they buy, sell or lease taxable goods and services. Elizabeth’s background is Human Resources with a focus on recruitment and learning.
Meeting Format:
- 5:00pm - 6:30pm - Informal networking and meal service from (each attendee is responsible for their meal & drink tab)
- 6:15pm - Zoom link opens for virtual attendees
- 6:30 - 6:45pm - CPB Canada announcements and attendee introductions
- 6:45 - 8:00pm - Presentation
In Person: White Spot Restaurant (closed meeting room) 3070 264th Street, Aldergrove, BC - Map
Virtual: Zoom - meeting link will be provided upon registration. (begins at 6:15pm)
Contact: Regional Network Chair - Rachel Devine - email: rachel@ontrackbooks.com - phone - 604.227.3449 ext 102