buksoInput tax credits (ITCs)
Not tax advice. General bookkeeping information only, checked against the official sources linked below (Canada Revenue Agency, IRS, provincial governments and Justice Laws) on Oct 17, 2026. Rules change; check with your accountant before you file.
Canada
If you are GST/HST registered you can claim back the GST/HST paid on business purchases as input tax credits, at 50% for meals and entertainment. You need supplier invoices with the details CRA requires.
Official source: canada.ca
United States
No input tax credits in the US. State sales tax you pay is usually part of the cost of the item.
Official source: irs.gov