What kinds of taxes are there in British Columbia?
There is a 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) currently in effect in Canada. Visitors to Canada can obtain a refund of the GST they have paid. Refund application forms are available on BC Ferries, at Greyhound Bus terminals and certain other locations. On leaving Canada, visitors should submit the form, together with all GST receipts (up to C$500) to a participating duty-free shop or to a tax rebate outlet. The Provincial Sales Tax (PST) of 7.5% is levied on all goods except liquor, which is taxed at 10%. Accommodations are taxed at 17%. This includes the 7% GST, which is refundable to non-Canadian visitors.
