Basic groceries such as milk, bread, and vegetables, are exempt from the B.C. provincial of sales tax. As are most fishery products such as fish for human consumption. Other provincial sales tax exempt items are:
?Children’s-sized clothing and footwear
?Children’s car seats and car booster seats
?Diapers
?Feminine hygiene products
A rebate will be set up to ensure that HST will not increase the cost of heat or power in residential homes.
The B.C. Government has promised that low income families (under $25,000) and individuals (under $20,000) will receive $230 credit!
