University affiliation is described as a statutory and...

University affiliation is described as a statutory and regulatory function rather than a supply of services for consideration. The note states that affiliation fees are not consideration for a taxable activity and, alternatively, that affiliation services fall within the educational-services exemption from GST. It reports that GST demands on affiliation fees were treated as unsustainable, with refund of GST collected directed within four months and interest payable for default.