Canadian Sales Tax Calculator

Calculate GST, HST, and PST for any Canadian province or territory. Add tax to a pre-tax amount or remove tax from a total.

Tax Calculation

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Ontario HST: 13%

Final Amount

$113.00

after tax

Subtotal $100.00
GST (5%) $5.00
Total Tax $13.00

Canadian Sales Tax Rates (2024)

Province/Territory Tax Type GST PST/RST HST Total Rate
Ontario HST - - 13% 13%
Quebec GST + QST 5% 9.975% - 14.975%
British Columbia GST + PST 5% 7% - 12%
Alberta GST 5% - - 5%
Manitoba GST + PST 5% 7% - 12%
Saskatchewan GST + PST 5% 6% - 11%
Nova Scotia HST - - 15% 15%
New Brunswick HST - - 15% 15%
Prince Edward Island HST - - 15% 15%
Newfoundland & Labrador HST - - 15% 15%
Yukon GST 5% - - 5%
Northwest Territories GST 5% - - 5%
Nunavut GST 5% - - 5%

Understanding Canadian Sales Tax

Canada has a multi-layered sales tax system that varies by province and territory. There are three types of sales taxes in Canada:

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a federal tax of 5% that applies across all of Canada. In provinces that don't have HST, GST is charged separately from provincial sales tax.

PST (Provincial Sales Tax)

Some provinces charge their own Provincial Sales Tax (PST) in addition to GST. PST rates vary by province:

  • British Columbia: 7% PST
  • Saskatchewan: 6% PST
  • Manitoba: 7% RST (Retail Sales Tax)
  • Quebec: 9.975% QST (Quebec Sales Tax)

HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)

The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) combines federal and provincial sales taxes into a single tax. HST provinces include:

  • Ontario: 13% HST
  • Nova Scotia: 15% HST
  • New Brunswick: 15% HST
  • Prince Edward Island: 15% HST
  • Newfoundland and Labrador: 15% HST

Provinces with GST Only

Alberta and the three territories (Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut) only charge the 5% federal GST with no additional provincial sales tax.

Tax Exemptions

Not all goods and services are subject to sales tax. Common exemptions include basic groceries, prescription drugs, medical devices, and certain educational services. Rules vary by province.

Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates for educational and informational purposes only. Results should not be considered as tax or legal advice. Tax rates are subject to change by federal and provincial governments.

Some goods and services may be exempt from sales tax or subject to different rates. Always verify current tax rates and regulations with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or your provincial tax authority.

Official Sources & References
CRA - GST/HST CRA - GST/HST Information

Calculator last updated: December 2024. Tax rates may have changed.