Why is the College charging GST on dues now?
On the advice from our financial auditor the College will start collecting GST on dues starting in 2025. Not collecting GST has increased the administrative burden and costs associated with that to accurately report to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). By charging GST that administrative cost is eliminated which also negates the risk of not accurately reporting to the CRA.
As per the financial auditor’s recommendation, the College already collects GST on fees (such as application fees and late fees) and on tickets to College events like the conference.