Tax & Services Levy

Find out when and on what to charge Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Provincial Sales Tax (PST), and when to self-assess, as well as other tax considerations, including income tax withholdings on payments to non-residents.

Review tax and services levy information for Workday through UBC's Self-Service Portal (CWL required). 

Navigate GST requirements on goods and services, including self-assessment, exempt and taxable supplies, and get guidance around processes.

Find out when PST self-assessment is required on goods purchased outside and inside BC, for use in BC.

Apr. 11, 2023

Announcing Helen Yung as the new Comptroller for UBC

The VPFO is pleased to share that Helen Yung will be joining the university as UBC’s new Comptroller, effective June 12, 2023. Helen joins us from...
Mar. 27, 2023

Increase in CRA Prescribed Interest Rate effective April 1, 2023

The CRA Prescribed Interest Rate will increase to 5% as of April 1, 2023. This rate will be in effect from April 1–June 30, 2023. This is the...
Mar. 13, 2023

Welcome Frank Laezza, UBC's new Vice-President Finance & Operations

Today marks the official start of Frank Laezza’s tenure with UBC as our new Vice-President Finance & Operations. As a strong believer in...
May. 31, 2023
Period+1 Opens for All Companies
Jun. 1, 2023
Payroll Activities Closed
Jun. 1, 2023
Cutoff for Expense Report Approvals
Jun. 1, 2023
Cutoff for Supplier Invoice Approvals
Jun. 1, 2023
Supplier and Ad Hoc Payment Activities Closed