BC premier slams the brakes on expanding PST to professional services
British Columbia Premier David Eby announced the suspension of a planned provincial sales tax (PST) expansion on professional services. The decision aims to support businesses facing economic challenges, despite the province projecting a significant budget deficit.
Why it matters
This policy reversal reflects the tension between government revenue needs and the economic pressures faced by local businesses in a challenging fiscal climate.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr B.C. premier slams the brakes on expanding PST to professional services In his speech at the UBCM, David Eby did not commit to waiting to call an election until after local elections are finished on Oct. 17.
Join the conversation B.C. Premier David Eby addresses the annual convention of the Union of B.C. Municipalities in Vancouver on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. Photo by Scott McAlpine / UBCM Article content Premier David Eby drew cheers at the Union of B.C. Municipalities Conference in Vancouver on Friday when he announced his government is suspending its expansion of the provincial sales tax to professional services that was scheduled to take place Oct. 1.
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