Federal tax information
Get information about federal taxes and how they affect your business. Learn about GST, HST, payroll deductions, income tax and more.
General taxation information
- Information for Canadian Small Businesses
Learn about taxation and find out how to keep records, submit reports and payments for GST/HST, excise taxes, income taxes, payroll deductions, and more. - Business Number (BN)
Your Business Number is your single account number for dealing with the government regarding GST/HST, payroll, import/export and other activities. - Tax information for business
Access Canada Revenue Agency's business section to browse the tax-related information that you need. - CRA checklist for new small businesses
Use this checklist from the Canada Revenue Agency to help you understand each stage of the lifecycle of your business. - Tax information videos, webinars, events and seminars
Find tax information for business owners. View a selection of online videos and webinars offered by the Canada Revenue Agency or register for other information sessions and seminars.
GST/HST
- Goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax GST/HST
Learn how to register for your GST/HST business account, and how to charge, calculate, report and pay the taxes. - CRA video gallery for businesses
Starting a new business? Watch videos that can help you understand the basics, from GST/HST to filing your returns. - Register for a GST/HST account
Get all the information you need to understand how to charge, collect and submit GST/HST. - Charge my customers GST/HST
Follow these steps to learn which goods or services are taxable, the right amount of GST/HST to charge, invoice requirements, and which records to keep. - Overview of charging and collecting sales tax
As a Canadian business owner, it's important to know how and when to charge sales taxes for the goods and services you sell and supply to your customers. - Conducting business on the Internet
Find out about tax rules, regulations and requirements when doing business online. - GST/HST information for the travel and convention industry
Find out how to charge GST/HST on accommodation, tour packages, transportation services, and meeting rooms for your tourism business.
For businesses in Quebec, Revenu Québec administers the GST/HST.
- Revenu Québec — Business PortalOnly Applies to : QuebecIs your business based in Quebec? If so, learn about your fiscal obligations including taxes and deductions.
Interacting with CRA
- E-services for business
You could save time and paper by using electronic services to handle tax filing and payment. - Business registration online
Register for a business number, GST/HST, corporation income tax, payroll and import/export accounts in one convenient online location. - CRA direct deposit initiative for businesses
You can sign up to receive tax and payroll refunds in a more timely and convenient manner. - CRA BizApp
Get quick access to your business accounts via the CRA mobile web application.
Income tax
- T2 Corporation — Income Tax Guide
If you operate a corporation, you need to file a T2 corporation tax return every year. Learn how to complete this return. - Reporting income — Sole proprietorships and partnerships
Find out how to report your business income as a sole proprietor or partnership. - Voluntary Disclosures Program
Have you made mistakes on past tax forms? If you come forward voluntarily, you may avoid being penalized or prosecuted. - Documenting the business use of a vehicle
Using a vehicle for commercial purposes may be tax deductible. See what documents you must submit to the Canada Revenue Agency if you are eligible for this deduction. - Liaison Officer service
If you own a small, unincorporated business, you could get in-person help or arrange for a group seminar to better understand your tax obligations.
Non-profits and charities
- Registered charity
Find out whether your organization meets the criteria needed for you to register it as a charity. - Registered charity or non-profit organization?
Understand the differences between charitable and non-profit organizations as per Canada's Income Tax Act.
Payroll
- Payroll
Learn how to deduct Canada Pension Plan contributions, EI premiums and income tax from your employees' pay, and report to CRA.
Underground economy
- Will you do the job for cash?
Cash payments you receive are subject to GST/HST and you have to report them on your annual income tax return. - Underground economy
Arm yourself with information about the underground economy and learn how tax evasion affects all Canadian individuals and businesses.