BC PST Policy 2013

In consultation with BC PST office we have been told that in general the application of PST will apply to all business telecommunication services, including internet access, email, etc. The Government of BC has an updated list of taxable goods, services, and exemptions detailed here.

Our understanding is that businesses possessing a PST number and using the service for resale or as a part of an applicable resalable service may be elligible for exemption; however, we are not in a position to evalutate any such request. The PST office may be contacted directly for a ruling. If presented with such ruling we are required to follow it.

According to the PST office, we are required to grant an exemption upon being presented with a request to do so and a copy of the PST certificate of the individual in question. We are required to keep this documentation on file. In the event the PST office disputes or considers the application of exemption invalid the account holder will likely be contacted directly by the PST office and assessed for the tax in addition to any applicable penalties, fees, and interest.

This is beyond our control and we thank you for your understanding.

To make application for PST excemption, please send us a letter by fax instructing us to do so, along with a copy of your PST certificate.