Dates and location
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Dates and location
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Description
The York CPA Ontario Association, in collaboration with several local CPA associations, invites you to an engaging in-person evening event focused on sales tax for finance and accounting professionals.
Join us for a high-value Lunch & Learn designed to bridge the gap between what you learned in your CPA designation — and what you practically need to know to succeed as a finance professional today. Whether you're in industry or public practice, navigating GST/HST is more than just technical compliance; it's about making smart, forward-thinking decisions that protect your clients and your organization. This session is your opportunity to sharpen your tax knowledge in an accessible, actionable format—right over lunch.
Tired of untangling the complexities of GST/HST? This focused virtual presentation is designed specifically for Canadian CPAs, offering clarity on today's critical sales tax issues and a crucial look ahead. We'll break down hot topics like real estate, e-commerce, cross-border transactions, holding companies, and related party dealings. Plus, gain essential insights into common compliance pitfalls and understand potential sales tax shifts under the new federal government (post-April 28, 2025) to future-proof your practice and your clients' finances. Don't get caught off guard – equip yourself with the knowledge you need to excel.
Key Takeaways
What You'll Learn:
- Decoding Canadian Sales Tax: Gain a clear understanding of the fundamental principles and structure of the GST/HST system.
- Navigating Today's Hottest Sales Tax Issues:
- Real Property Transactions: Expert insights into the GST/HST implications of buying and selling real estate.
- E-commerce & Digital Economy: Understanding the sales tax rules for online sales and digital services in Canada.
- Cross-Border Transactions: Mastering the complexities of GST/HST on imports, exports, and international trade.
- Sales Tax for Holding Companies: Specific considerations and compliance requirements for holding structures.
- Related Party Transactions: Ensuring compliance and avoiding pitfalls in dealings with related entities.
- Avoiding Common Sales Tax Compliance Traps: Learn about frequent errors and best practices to ensure accurate GST/HST reporting.
- US Sales Tax Snapshot: A brief introduction to the key concepts and differences in the United States sales tax system.
- Looking Ahead: Potential Sales Tax Changes: An overview of the latest proposals and anticipated shifts under the new federal government (post-April 28, 2025).
Who Will Benefit
This event will benefit a wide range of Canadian CPAs, including those in public practice, industry, and tax specialization, as well as junior and senior financial professionals, auditors, and anyone advising on e-commerce, cross-border transactions, real estate, or seeking to understand the implications of potential changes under the new federal government.
How to Access the Course
An email reminder of this event will be sent out 24 hours prior to the event. If you have not yet received the reminder 4 hours prior to the event, please do not hesitate to reach out. Please check your Junk and Spam folders and ensure membernetwork@cpaontario.ca has been added to your safe addresses.
Speaker(s)
Alex Kwong is a Senior Manager in the Toronto tax practice at Baker Tilly Canada, having joined the firm in March 2023.Prior to that, Alex was a global tax manager at an international facilities management company based in Toronto. He assists both Canadian and international companies with their indirect tax advisory concerns and compliance needs.
Practice Areas : Alex has worked with clients in a wide range of sectors but in-depth knowledge of the special indirect tax rules in the following sectors:
- Cross-border businesses
- E-commerce businesses
- Real property
- Financial services
- Charities and NPOs
- Medical practices
Education: University of Toronto, Bachelor of Commerce, 2007 & CPA Canada, In-depth GST/HST Program, 2011
Professional & Community Affiliations: Chartered Professional Accountant designation, 2011