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Master the complexities of GST/HST for your community housing organization with this exclusive member-only series led by a Canada Revenue Agency expert.

Whether you are managing existing properties, planning new construction, or simply trying to maximize your rebates and credits, this comprehensive series covers everything you need to know. Each session will build upon the previous one, creating a complete learning journey from foundational concepts to advanced compliance topics. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes, claim every dollar you’re entitled to, and ensure full compliance across all five essential GST/HST topics.

Webinar Series Schedule

Session 1: Introduction to GST/HST for Non-Profit Organizations (NPO)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Are you aware that non-profits are different than charities for GST/HST purposes? Did you know that some GST/HST legislation and rules are unique to non-profits? Do you know how to correctly claim back all your GST/HST on all activities?

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • How to recognize key GST/HST issues for non-profits.
  • Know general rules for charging and collecting GST/HST.
  • Understand basic rules for claiming credits.
  • Apply Public Service Bodies’ Rebate rules
  • Identify and reduce common GST/HST mistakes

This foundational presentation will introduce several topics including GST/HST obligations and entitlements for non-profits and lay the foundation for additional learning in subsequent presentations.

 

Session 2: Input Tax Credits (ITCs)

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM EST

Did you know an non-profit’s ITC eligibility could be 100% or as low as 0%? Do you know all the GST/HST rules that apply to non-profits? Are you aware that there are multiple ITC rules for Capital Properties?

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • How to recognize key legislative provisions.
  • ITC allocation issues for non-profits.
  • How to apply the correct capital property rules.
  • How to avoiding common mistakes.

This presentation will review some of the most important ITC rules for operating expenses and introduce the different rules for Capital Properties as they apply throughout an asset’s life cycle. You’ll learn how to avoid making mistakes which can result in missed claim opportunities or overclaiming.

 

Session 3: Public Service Bodies’ (PSB) Rebate

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Did you know that non-profits are not eligible for a PSB Rebate? Do you know how a non-profit must “Qualify” for the Rebate? Do you know how to recover any past or missed claim amounts?

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

  • Recognize PSB Rebate issues.
  • Identify the eligibility process.
  • Apply qualifying eligibility.
  • Correctly claim the full PSB Rebate.
  • Avoid common mistakes.

This presentation will identify and discuss how the PSB Rebate applies to non-profits and more precisely – to qualifying non-profits. You will learn about maximizing PSB Rebates and how to avoid mistakes which can result in missed amounts or incorrect claims.

Session 4: GST/HST Audits & Examinations + Books & Records

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Did you know there are multiple CRA Compliance Processes? Do you know the differences between Audits and Examinations? Do you want to hear about GST/HST record-keeping?

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

  • Understand the difference between Audits and Examinations.
  • Review methods and procedures.
  • Recognize your role.
  • Introduce GST/HST record-keeping provisions

This presentation will review essential information about these two, substantially different, GST/HST Compliance processes, and material about record-keeping for GST/HST purposes.

Session 5: Multiple Unit Residential Complex (MURC) – Apartment Buildings

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Do you know about the various construction-related GST/HST issues? Are you aware of the GST/HST self-supply obligations? Do you know how to claim back all eligible GST/HST amounts?

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

  • Introduce MURCs.
  • Confirm Input Tax Credits.
  • Understand self-assessments obligations.
  • Review rebate eligibility.

This presentation will review the various GST/HST obligations and entitlements as they occur during the construction phases of Multiple Unit Residential Complexes (MURCs), commonly referred to as Apartment Buildings.

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Registration Details:

  • Free for ONPHA members: This exclusive series is available at no cost to current members. Not a member? Join us today.
  • Register once, attend all sessions: One registration automatically enrolls you in all five webinars.
  • Join anytime: If you register for Session 2 or later, you’ll be automatically registered for all remaining sessions in the series.
  • Live sessions: Please note that sessions will not be recorded.

Who should attend this series?

This comprehensive webinar series is designed for:

  • Executive Directors, CEOs, and Board Members with financial oversight.
  • Finance staff managing GST/HST compliance.
  • Development and property managers involved in construction, renovations, or daily operations.
  • Anyone responsible for GST/HST filing, supplier relationships, or mixed-used spaces.

The series will be of significant value to all non-profits, regardless of whether the organization is already GST/HST registered or not.

About your presenter

Michael Monk | Canada Revenue Agency

Michael Monk has been with Canada Revenue Agency for 35 years, working extensively with complex GST/HST issues. He currently works in CRA’s Ottawa Headquarters with the GST/HST and Digital Compliance Directorate, where he has managed CRA’s National GST/HST Presentations and Outreach services for the last 9 years. Michael brings decades of experience from multiple perspectives – audit, compliance, and legislative interpretation – providing attendees with comprehensive, practical GST/HST knowledge they can trust and apply.