Google Drive Receipt Scanning
Point NorthOS at your Google Drive and it reads your receipts automatically — amounts, vendors, dates. No manual entry, no shoebox. Every scan maps to the right T2125 line.
Built for the side hustler who Googled “do I have to charge GST”. We'll take it from there.
Most Canadian sole proprietors cross the $30,000 GST threshold before they realize the rules changed. NorthOS tracks your threshold, scans your Google Drive receipts, and maps every expense to your T2125.
What is NorthOS?
NorthOS is a Canadian-hosted bookkeeping app for sole proprietors and side-hustlers that automatically tracks your GST/HST remittance and maps your expenses to the CRA's T2125 form for tax time.
It's built for Canadian solopreneurs who don't want to manage spreadsheets or full accounting software, but still need to stay compliant with GST/HST thresholds and CRA rules.
Who is NorthOS for?
- eBay, Etsy, and marketplace sellers in Canada
- Freelance service providers: designers, copywriters, therapists, and tutors
- Resellers and arbitrage-style solopreneurs
- Canadian sole proprietors under or near the $30,000 GST/HST threshold
- Side-hustlers who want to stay CRA-compliant without hiring a bookkeeper
NorthOS vs spreadsheets and other accounting tools
NorthOS replaces the side-hustle spreadsheet with an automated, CRA-aligned ledger that tracks your GST/HST remittance and T2125-ready expenses automatically.
Unlike QuickBooks Self-Employed - which Intuit is discontinuing in Canada - NorthOS is built specifically for Canadian GST/HST-aware sole proprietors and side-hustlers, with the $30,000 threshold, Quick Method remittance, and T2125 mapping built in from day one.
Built around T2125 lines, Quick Method remittances, and the reality of running a Canadian sole proprietorship.
You run the business. We keep the books.
Step 1
Connect Drive — your receipts are already there
NorthOS scans your Google Drive receipts automatically. Add the rest by text, photo, or manual entry. Everything lands in an organized ledger.
Step 2
NorthOS does the math
Your GST remittance, tax set-aside, and safe-to-spend number update the moment income comes in. No spreadsheet. No calculator.
Step 3
Tax time is already done
When filing comes around, your income and expenses are already sorted to match the T2125 lines your accountant or tax software needs. Your GST remittance number is ready to go. No scrambling, no surprises.
GST/HST done automatically
Supports both Quick Method and Standard filing. Not sure if you have actually elected the Quick Method with CRA? NorthOS walks you through it. Every time you log income, your remittance updates automatically.
$30,000 Threshold Tracker
NorthOS watches your revenue against the CRA registration threshold. You'll know exactly when you're approaching $30,000 — before it's a problem, not after.
Safe to Spend
See exactly what you can actually use right now. After taxes, after GST set-aside, after expenses — one number that tells you what's yours.
Mileage & Vehicle Tracking
Log kilometres as you go. NorthOS calculates your business-use percentage and feeds it directly into the vehicle expense section of your T2125 — the way CRA actually wants it.
Project & Invoice Tracker
Track every project from start to finish. See income and expenses per job so you know what it actually made you. Shows who owes you and how long they've been overdue.
What people are saying
“I just read an excellent Reddit post from a small business owner who shared the same fears as myself regarding the CRA. I'm nearing the end of a teaching career and decided to get started on my next chapter early.”
The Sharp Medic
“I'm excited to give it a go!”
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Get Started ->Business Essentials
Essential knowledge for Canadian sole proprietors navigating taxes, CRA obligations, and the mental load of running a business.
The $30K Milestone
What actually changes when your side hustle crosses the GST registration threshold.
Decoding the T2125
The form every Canadian sole proprietor files at tax time — explained in plain language.
Industry-Specific Guides
GST/HST strategy and T2125 deductions tailored to your trade.
$30k Threshold Predictor
When will you need to register for GST/HST?
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I register for a GST/HST number?
In Canada, you must register for a GST/HST account once your taxable revenue exceeds $30,000 over four consecutive calendar quarters. NorthOS includes a Tax Threshold Tracker that monitors your income, providing alerts before you hit the CRA limit to ensure you stay on top of your GST/HST obligations without the stress.
Does NorthOS support T2125 and T776 tax forms?
NorthOS automatically organizes your business income and expenses to match CRA T2125 categories — so when tax season arrives, your records are already sorted. Support for T776 (Real Estate Rentals) is in development.
Can I use NorthOS if I'm not registered for GST yet?
Yes — NorthOS is built for exactly that stage. If you're under the $30,000 threshold, NorthOS tracks your revenue so you know where you stand. You'll get an alert before you hit the limit so you're never caught off guard.
Does NorthOS use the Quick Method or Regular Method for GST/HST?
NorthOS is built around the GST/HST Quick Method — the CRA-approved simplified remittance approach available to most businesses under $400,000 in annual taxable sales. Instead of tracking every individual ITC, you remit a flat percentage of gross revenue. Your remittance is calculated automatically every time you log income. For complex tax situations, we always recommend working with a Canadian accountant — NorthOS makes sure your records are organized and ready when you need them.
What does NorthOS do for Canadian sole proprietors?
NorthOS handles the bookkeeping tasks that trip up most Canadian sole proprietors: tracking your revenue against the $30,000 GST/HST registration threshold, calculating your Quick Method remittance automatically, categorizing expenses to CRA T2125 lines, and scanning receipts. At tax time, your records are already sorted by T2125 category — so you or your accountant can file without reconstructing the year from a shoebox of receipts.
Does NorthOS handle GST/HST for side-hustlers under $30,000?
Yes. NorthOS is built for both stages. If you're under the $30,000 threshold, NorthOS tracks your cumulative taxable revenue and alerts you before you hit the CRA limit — so you register on time and avoid penalties. Once you're registered, NorthOS automatically calculates your Quick Method remittance on every income entry and keeps a running Safe-to-Spend balance so you never accidentally spend money that belongs to the CRA.
Free Download
GST/HST Compliance Checklists
Not sure if you need to register for GST/HST? Download our two essential checklists — one for Small Suppliers under $30k, and one for when you need to register with the CRA.
- Small Supplier Status Checklist
- GST/HST Registration Checklist
- CRA-compliant for 2026
2 PDF Checklists
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New Research
25.1% of Canadians Now Side-Hustle — Are You Ready for the $30K Threshold?
NorthOS analyzed data from ISED Canada, Statistics Canada, and 1,045 surveyed Canadians. Alberta and BC lead the country in business density. See where your province ranks.
Read the Free Report →Founder Story
“In my first year reselling, I didn't know what a T2125 was. I spent hours on the CRA website trying to figure out what I actually owed — and left more confused than when I started. By year two I'd crossed $30,000 without realizing it. I was already required to be GST registered and had no idea. Every bookkeeping app I tried gave me a P&L. Nobody gave me a T2125. So I built NorthOS.”
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- Drive receipt scanning
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- GST threshold tracker
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- Mileage log
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Knowledge Base
Canadian Business Glossary
Essential terms for Canadian founders navigating GST/HST thresholds, CRA compliance, and sole proprietor tax obligations.
Small Supplier Status
Auto-TrackedA business classification for entities with under $30,000 in taxable revenue over four consecutive quarters. NorthOS automatically tracks your threshold progress and alerts you before you exceed the CRA limit.
Learn MoreT2125 Form
Fully SupportedThe 'Statement of Business or Professional Activities' — the official CRA form used by Canadian sole proprietors to report business income and expenses on their personal tax return.
Learn MoreInput Tax Credits (ITCs)
Quick Method IncludedUnder the GST/HST Quick Method used by NorthOS, most operating expense ITCs are not claimed individually — the simplified remittance rate already accounts for them. Capital asset ITCs are tracked for registered users.
Learn MoreT776 Form
Coming SoonThe 'Statement of Real Estate Rentals' — used by housing providers to report rental income and expenses. Automated support for landlords and real estate investors.
Learn MoreCapital Cost Allowance (CCA)
Coming SoonThe CRA's system for claiming depreciation on business assets over time, such as computers, vehicles, and equipment. CCA tracking is planned for a future NorthOS update.
Learn MoreLive in NorthOS
In Development
Planned Feature