This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of Form GST26 for the current year.
Form GST26 is used by public service bodies in Canada to make an election or revoke an election to have an exempt supply of real property treated as a taxable supply for Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) purposes. This form allows public service bodies to potentially recover the GST/HST paid on expenses related to the property.
The Form GST26 is filed by a Public Service Body in Canada to either make an election or revoke an election to have an exempt supply of real property treated as a taxable supply.
Q: What is GST26?
A: GST26 is a form for public service bodies to elect or revoke an election to have an exempt supply of real property treated as a taxable supply.
Q: What is a public service body?
A: A public service body is an organization that is substantially funded by government and provides certain public services.
Q: What is an exempt supply of real property?
A: An exempt supply of real property refers to the provision of real property that is not subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST).
Q: What is a taxable supply of real property?
A: A taxable supply of real property refers to the provision of real property that is subject to GST.
Q: What is the purpose of this form?
A: This form is used to elect or revoke an election by a public service body to have an exempt supply of real property treated as a taxable supply.