Whether you're an owner-operator, a manager or an accountant, the Andrew Sheret customer portal has exactly what you need when it comes to keeping track of your finances. We want to make this process as transparent as possible, so you know exactly what to expect before completing your purchase. When placing an order online, sales tax may vary depending on where your order is being delivered.:
- What tax rate apply when I order products from Andrew Sheret?.
- What sales tax should I charge my customer?.
- Why PST or GST not selected by default in the 'Your client's cost' section of my quote?.
- Why do the taxes I'm being charged sometime change from item to item?.
- Can I place an order that is exempt from one or more tax?.
- Are environmental fees or eco fees subject to PST?.
- Are shipping or delivery fees taxed?
- Disclaimer
Sales tax is calculated based on the province where you accept the goods from us. For example, materials shipped to a site in Alberta are generally taxed as an Alberta sale, even if they are shipped from British Columbia. Materials picked up from a Saskatchewan branch are generally taxed at that province's rate.
It depends on whether you are the final user of the goods or are buying them to resell. Most of our customers purchase products to install rather than to resell, which makes them the final user. In that case, you generally pay the applicable provincial tax (PST or QST) when you buy from us and do not charge it again to your customer: the price you charge them simply reflects your costs, including the the tax you have already paid. If instead you are buying for resale and hold a valid PST number or reseller certificate, you may purchase the goods without paying provincial tax upfront and then charge PST or QST to your customer on the final sale. Either way, provincial tax is generally applied only once, when the goods reach the final user, and for installations this is usually the province where the work is done. Rules vary by province, so we recommend confirming your obligations with the CRA or your provincial tax authority.:
By default, the portal does not add PST or QST to this section, since these taxes are often accounted for earlier in the supply chain or handled at the final sale. You can adjust the tax setting in your quote if they apply to your situation. Because rules vary by province, we recommend confirming the details with the CRA or your provincial tax authority.:
Tax rates and exemptions can vary by item, governments sometimes use them to support economic and societal goals. Some items may carry reduced tax rates, while others may carry extra taxes or surcharges. For how specific items are taxed, the CRA or your provincial tax authority is the best source.:
Yes. Some organizations qualify for tax exemptions when they can provide the appropriate documentation. If you think you may be eligible, reach out to your local branch, and we can review your documentation and set up your account accordingly.:
Most environmental and eco fees are generally taxable, as only specific legislated levies are tax exempt. For your specific situation, the appropriate tax authority is the best source of information.:
HST/GST is generally applied to delivery fees, while provincial taxes usually are not. For your specific situation, the appropriate tax authority is the best source of information.:
The information in our help section is intended as a source of general information and is not intended as advice on how to collect or remit taxes. Tax rules are complex and vary between provinces. Please consult with the CRA or the applicable provincial tax authority to determine how your company should be collecting and remitting tax.:
