First Nations Canadian Tax Exemption Policy
Sundaylace Creations First Nations Tax Exemption Policy:
First Nations Tax Exemption
We honour the First Nations sales tax exemption in Canada. In Nova Scotia, sales tax is 15% (HST). With exemption, you only pay 5% GST — the 10% provincial portion is removed.
🛑Important 🛑
You must complete the exemption form before placing your order.
We can’t apply the exemption after the order is placed or give refunds.
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You must be logged into your approved account for the exemption to apply. Sign in prior to checking out to see changes on tax in your cart.
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Only GST (5%) will be charged — provincial tax will be removed.
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Shipping taxes still apply (set by Canada Post and cannot be removed).
How to Get Exempt:
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Create an account on our website.
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Fill out the Status Card Submission Form (below).
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Wait a 2-3 days for approval.
Once approved, your orders will automatically be tax-exempt at checkout.
⬇️ Fill out the form below to get started.
Status Card Submission
Tax Exemption for First Nations Orders:
To get tax relief when shopping online or by phone, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires these three things:
- Proof of Status: Upload a copy of your status card (front and back) or band certification.
- Ship to a Reserve: Your order must be delivered directly to a reserve to qualify for exemption.
- Documentation: We are required to keep your submission to prove the exemption to the CRA.
More info: CRA Guidelines on GST/HST for First Nations
How do I know if I am eligible?
You are eligible if you:
- have a Canadian First Nation's Status Card and
- live on a First Nation reserve and
- the goods are being delivered to a Canadian First Nation/Reserve OR
- If you live off-reserve and the goods are being delivered to a Canadian First Nation/Reserve
If you live off reserve and the goods are NOT being delivered to Canadian First Nation/Reserve (example urban city like Toronto, Saskatoon, Sydney, etc.) you are not eligible for a tax deduction.
However, if you live in Ontario, you can claim a refund with the Ontario Ministry of Finance for the 8% portion of the Ontario HST.
Eligibility Requirements (all 4 must be true):
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You are the holder of a valid Status Card
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You currently live on a Reserve
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The name on credit card used for payment must match the name on the statuts card
- The product(s) are to be shipped to a First Nations Reserve.
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This interactive map shows all reserves in Canada:
https://geo.sac-isc.gc.ca/cippn-fnpim/index-eng.html
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For acceptable Status Cards, click here :
https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1100100032405/1100100032419
“Vendors who make sales to *[First Nation], [First Nation] bands or band-empowered entities over the telephone or electronically must also maintain documentary evidence to show that the sale is relieved of tax. Since [First Nation] cannot show their original status card or TCRD, and [First Nation's] bands and band-empowered entities cannot provide appropriate certification, when they make a purchase over the telephone or electronically, the CRA has taken the position that, to support their entitlement for tax relief, purchasers may subsequently provide a photocopy of their status card or certification (for Indian bands or band-empowered entities) by mail or electronically (e.g., over the internet)” (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pub/gm/b-039/b-039-e.html#_Toc358797810)
“When sales are made to [First Nation] or bands, maintaining documentary evidence is only one of the conditions that must be met in order for the [First Nation] and bands to receive relief of the GST/HST. The remaining conditions in TIB B-039 must also be met at the time of the sale. For example, if a vendor is located off a reserve and an [First Nation] customer makes online purchases, tax relief is not available unless the goods are delivered to a reserve by the vendor or vendor's agent.” (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pub/gi/gi-127/gi-127-e.html)
Updated: May 2025
