Starting October 1, 2026, the British Columbia government is applying a 7% Provincial Sales Tax (PST) to bookkeeping and accounting services.

Aug 24

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7% PST applies to the full purchase price of bookkeeping, payroll administration, and financial record preparation.
Effective Date: The tax takes effect on October 1, 2026, following the rules announced in the provincial budget.
Total Tax on Invoices: When combined with the 5% federal Goods and Services Tax (GST), your total tax on bookkeeping fees will be 12%.
Who is Affected: The tax applies to services provided to anyone who lives or carries on business in B.C.

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