(1) If a * non - resident makes a * creditable acquisition or * creditable importation through a * resident agent:
(a) the agent is entitled to the input tax credit on the acquisition or importation; and
(b) the non - resident is not entitled to the input tax credit on the acquisition or importation.
(2) This section has effect despite sections 11 - 20 and 15 - 15 (which are about who is entitled to input tax credits).