As a non-resident exhibitor at a convention or trade show taking place in Canada you may claim a refund of GST – HST – TVQ Tax paid on qualifying expenses:

What Qualifies?

Goods and Services tax (GST – HST –TVQ) paid on convention facilities and related convention supplies and services.

Goods: Convention materials, advertising matter, souvenirs, floral decorations, telecommunications, office mementos (backdrops, decorations, pens paper, signs, etc.)

Services: Audio-visual, business equipment, electrical, moving, staffing, consultancy, security, convention show and exhibit services, exhibit booth rental, furnishings, installation labor, carpeting, decorative finishes, etc.

Accommodation: The GST – HST - TVQ paid on accommodation for registered exhibitors during the period of the Trade Show or Convention is eligible for a refund. Submit the COMPLETE hotel folio which shows a fully paid balance. If the claimant is paying for more than one room, all subsequent folios must be submitted.

If in doubt as to what qualifies, submit copies of all business related receipts and leave the rest to Premier!

How to Qualify:

• Exhibitor must be a non-resident of Canada.
• Exhibition or event is not open to the general public

To obtain your refund:

1. Complete the form: non resident exhibitor GST form Form must be mailed to provide an original signature
2. Send us all receipts – copies are acceptable
3. Proof of payment is required (invoices with 0 balance or Credit Card Transaction Records or cancelled cheques or Bank statements)
4. Send complete hotel folios