This program is a great opportunity for your business to save money on fuel costs. By applying for a fuel tax refund, you can get back the taxes paid on fuel used for specific commercial activities such as farming, fishing, logging, mining, and more. This means more funds can be redirected towards growing your business.

Why Apply?

• Significant Savings: Get a refund on fuel taxes for off-road commercial activities.
• Flexible Use: Refunds apply to various sectors including tourism, sawmills, and stationary generators.
• Extended Deadline: You have up to 6 years from the fuel purchase date to apply.

Benefits

• Easy Qualification: If your business is commercial and aims for profitability, you likely qualify.
• Simple Process: Submit the required documents and application form to get your refund.
• Financial Relief: Use the refunded money to invest back into your business operations.

Applying for this program can provide substantial financial relief and help your business thrive.

Type of Financing: Fuel Tax Refund

Eligible Expenses:

• Fuel used for permitted off-road commercial activities such as:
  • Farming
  • Fishing
  • Hunting or outfitting
  • Logging
  • Mining
  • Sawmills
  • Tourism
  • Trapping
  • Golf course operations
  • Stationary generators
• Fuel used for space heating

Ineligible Expenses:

• Fuel used for non-commercial activities
• Fuel used for on-road activities

Application Requirements:

• Submit application within 6 years of fuel purchase
• Include supporting documents such as:
  • Receipts showing fuel type, litres, date of sale, location of sale, and Yukon fuel taxes paid
  • Description of the equipment that used the fuel
  • Litres used per equipment over the refund period
  • Valid documentation for the commercial activity undertaken

Fees:

• No fees associated with the application process

This program offers your business a chance to get a refund on fuel taxes. If you use gasoline, diesel, or aviation fuel for specific off-road commercial activities, you can get money back. Eligible activities include farming, fishing, hunting, logging, mining, sawmills, tourism, and trapping. You can also get a refund if you use fuel for space heating.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Refund Amount: The refund is based on the amount of fuel you purchased and used for the eligible activities.
• Usage: The fuel must be used for commercial purposes, and you need to provide proof of purchase and usage.
• Deadline: You have up to 6 years from the date of purchase to apply for the refund.

This refund can help lower your operating costs, giving you more funds to invest back into your business. It’s a straightforward way to save money on essential expenses.