Sponsored advertising

Sponsored advertising

Workshops

CPB Canada workshops are presented by industry experts and thought leaders from the world of business and accounting. 

2025-26 GST/HST Seminar Series #2: Introduction - For-Profit Sectors

July 22, 2025

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Info

Did you know that there are different GST/HST rules for different industry sectors?

Are you aware of your GST/HST entitlements and obligations?

If you would like to learn more, you should attend this Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Presentation, “GST/HST Introduction - For-Profit Sectors.”  You will hear about some of the basic GST/HST obligations and entitlements, and we will lay the foundation for more detailed learning in subsequent presentations in the series. You will hear directly from a CRA GST/HST Headquarters Representative who has 35 years of experience working in CRA’s GST/HST programs.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  • Understand basic GST/HST application
  • Learn obligations to charge and collect tax
  • Apply basic credit entitlements
  • Recognize potential mistakes

TOPICS:

  • Definitions
  • GST/HST Registration
  • Taxable Supplies
  • Collect and Remitting Tax
  • Input Tax Credits
  • Early and Late Payments
  • Refund Holds
  • Reference Materials

WHO WILL BENEFIT:

This presentation is designed for various For-Profit sectors. It is intended for owners, tax practitioners, directors and staff, plus any other individuals who may be involved in or responsible for the organization’s GST/HST. This presentation will be of value to any individuals interested in learning more about GST/HST and will be an important introduction for those attending the more detailed learning in subsequent presentations in the series.

 

PRESENTER: Michael Monk

Michael Monk has been with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for 35 years.  During that time, he has worked extensively with GST/HST. 

Michael’s current role in CRA’s Ottawa Headquarters (HQ) is with the HQ—GST/HST and Digital Compliance Directorate, where he has managed CRA’s National GST/HST Presentations and Outreach services for the last nine years.

Michael was a Team Leader and Senior Technical Interpretations Analyst for 12 years in GST/HST Rulings, Legislative Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Branch. He spent additional years in other GST/HST roles within the Compliance Programs Branch. Michael also worked as a CRA Facilitator over a 20-year period, developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses for hundreds of CRA staff.  

Michael has several years of acquired GST/HST knowledge and experience, having worked with a multitude of GST/HST issues across many sectors and business lines.  He has participated in several conferences, preparing and delivering GST/HST presentations nationally to a variety of accounting and industry associations.  

Michael has volunteered with several community and school groups over the years. He has also served as Director on the Board of a large charity and on CRA’s Employee Assistance Program Committee.      

 

PLEASE NOTE: The GST/HST Seminar Series is live only. The sessions will NOT be recorded and made available.

A full refund for webinars will be given if cancellation is received within 24 hours of purchase. No refund will be given after 24 hours before the webinar start time.