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Taxation

GST/HST – Charities & NPO - Public Service Bodies’ Rebates, Audits vs. Examinations, and Directors’ Liability (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
Free Seminar
NEW SEMINAR

Overview

This three-part GST/HST learning series provides a comprehensive look at key compliance responsibilities for charities, non-profits, and organizational leaders. Across the sessions, a seasoned CRA GST/HST expert with 36 years of experience shares practical guidance on PSB Rebates, the differences between audits and examinations, essential record-keeping practices, directors’ liability, and taxpayer rights. Together, these sessions equip participants with clearer understanding, stronger governance practices, and greater confidence in meeting GST/HST obligations.

This seminar is exclusive to CPABC designated members and is free of charge. Pre-registration is required, and substitutions are not permitted. Due to high demand, you may experience technical difficulties during registration; please try again later if this occurs.

 

Please note that this course will be offered on September 11, 2026 and October 16, 2026. Participants may only register for one of these dates.

Additionally, it is highly recommended that this course be completed after attending its prerequisite course GST/HST - Charities & NPO – Introduction, Taxable vs. Exempt Supplies, ITCs.

Applicable for

These sessions will benefit tax and accounting professionals, organizational leaders, and anyone responsible for managing or advising on GST/HST within charities, non-profits, public service bodies, municipalities, and for-profit organizations. Participants who oversee GST/HST compliance, record-keeping, rebate entitlements, audit interactions, or director-level responsibilities will gain valuable insights to strengthen governance, reduce risk, and improve their organization’s understanding of CRA requirements.

Content

Public Service Bodies’ Rebates

A focused overview of how PSB Rebate rules differ for charities and NPOs, including why NPOs are not eligible and how to recover missed claims. This session explains entitlements, key distinctions, and practical rules for managing PSB Rebates.

Topics covered:

  • Definitions
  • Eligibility
  • Exclusions
  • Percentages
  • Recovering missed amounts
  • Qualifying NPOs (eligibility restriction)
  • Reference Materials

GST/HST Audits vs. GST/HST Examinations

A thorough discussion explaining the differences between GST/HST audits and examinations, what to expect from each process, and essential record keeping requirements. This topic clarifies compliance expectations and documentation standards.

Topics covered:

  • What to expect
  • Steps for each
  • Timelines
  • Results

Directors’ Liability and Taxpayer Rights and Commitment to Small Business

An informative overview of GST/HST liability for directors and others, strategies to reduce that risk, and an introduction to the CRA’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights. This topic highlights key responsibilities and duties of due diligence.

Topics covered:

  • Directors’ Liability process
  • Due Diligence
  • Taxpayer Rights
  • Commitments
  • Reference Materials

Course Dates & Registration

Sep 11, 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
Michael Monk
Michael Monk has been employed with 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 9 years. During that time, he has created and facilitated several hundred GST/HST Presentations nationally. Michael was a Team Leader + 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 timespan developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses to hundreds of CRA employees. 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 a number of community and school groups over the years. He has served as Director on the Board of a large charity, and on CRA’s Employee Assistance Program Committee.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T60036A_OL
Oct 16, 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
Michael Monk
Michael Monk has been employed with 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 9 years. During that time, he has created and facilitated several hundred GST/HST Presentations nationally. Michael was a Team Leader + 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 timespan developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses to hundreds of CRA employees. 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 a number of community and school groups over the years. He has served as Director on the Board of a large charity, and on CRA’s Employee Assistance Program Committee.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T60036B_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Course Details
Cost
$0
Members
N/A
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
N/A
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable
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Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Taxation

GST/HST – Charities & NPO - Public Service Bodies’ Rebates, Audits vs. Examinations, and Directors’ Liability (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
Free Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Course Details
Cost
$0
Members
N/A
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
N/A
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable

Overview

This three-part GST/HST learning series provides a comprehensive look at key compliance responsibilities for charities, non-profits, and organizational leaders. Across the sessions, a seasoned CRA GST/HST expert with 36 years of experience shares practical guidance on PSB Rebates, the differences between audits and examinations, essential record-keeping practices, directors’ liability, and taxpayer rights. Together, these sessions equip participants with clearer understanding, stronger governance practices, and greater confidence in meeting GST/HST obligations.

This seminar is exclusive to CPABC designated members and is free of charge. Pre-registration is required, and substitutions are not permitted. Due to high demand, you may experience technical difficulties during registration; please try again later if this occurs.

 

Please note that this course will be offered on September 11, 2026 and October 16, 2026. Participants may only register for one of these dates.

Additionally, it is highly recommended that this course be completed after attending its prerequisite course GST/HST - Charities & NPO – Introduction, Taxable vs. Exempt Supplies, ITCs.

Applicable for

These sessions will benefit tax and accounting professionals, organizational leaders, and anyone responsible for managing or advising on GST/HST within charities, non-profits, public service bodies, municipalities, and for-profit organizations. Participants who oversee GST/HST compliance, record-keeping, rebate entitlements, audit interactions, or director-level responsibilities will gain valuable insights to strengthen governance, reduce risk, and improve their organization’s understanding of CRA requirements.

Content

Public Service Bodies’ Rebates

A focused overview of how PSB Rebate rules differ for charities and NPOs, including why NPOs are not eligible and how to recover missed claims. This session explains entitlements, key distinctions, and practical rules for managing PSB Rebates.

Topics covered:

  • Definitions
  • Eligibility
  • Exclusions
  • Percentages
  • Recovering missed amounts
  • Qualifying NPOs (eligibility restriction)
  • Reference Materials

GST/HST Audits vs. GST/HST Examinations

A thorough discussion explaining the differences between GST/HST audits and examinations, what to expect from each process, and essential record keeping requirements. This topic clarifies compliance expectations and documentation standards.

Topics covered:

  • What to expect
  • Steps for each
  • Timelines
  • Results

Directors’ Liability and Taxpayer Rights and Commitment to Small Business

An informative overview of GST/HST liability for directors and others, strategies to reduce that risk, and an introduction to the CRA’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights. This topic highlights key responsibilities and duties of due diligence.

Topics covered:

  • Directors’ Liability process
  • Due Diligence
  • Taxpayer Rights
  • Commitments
  • Reference Materials

Course Dates & Registration

Sep 11, 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
Michael Monk
Michael Monk has been employed with 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 9 years. During that time, he has created and facilitated several hundred GST/HST Presentations nationally. Michael was a Team Leader + 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 timespan developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses to hundreds of CRA employees. 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 a number of community and school groups over the years. He has served as Director on the Board of a large charity, and on CRA’s Employee Assistance Program Committee.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T60036A_OL
Oct 16, 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
Michael Monk
Michael Monk has been employed with 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 9 years. During that time, he has created and facilitated several hundred GST/HST Presentations nationally. Michael was a Team Leader + 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 timespan developing training courses and facilitating many GST/HST Legislation and Audit Courses to hundreds of CRA employees. 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 a number of community and school groups over the years. He has served as Director on the Board of a large charity, and on CRA’s Employee Assistance Program Committee.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T60036B_OL

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Interested in similar content?
Credit Card Fee

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.