Sales tax rates by province (2026)
| Province / territory | Tax | Total rate |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta, NWT, Nunavut, Yukon | GST 5% | 5% |
| British Columbia | GST 5% + PST 7% | 12% |
| Manitoba | GST 5% + RST 7% | 12% |
| Saskatchewan | GST 5% + PST 6% | 11% |
| Quebec | GST 5% + QST 9.975% | 14.975% |
| Ontario | HST | 13% |
| Nova Scotia | HST | 14% |
| New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, PEI | HST | 15% |
Nova Scotia’s HST dropped from 15% to 14% on April 1, 2025. Some items (such as basic groceries) are zero-rated or exempt, and provincial sales taxes have their own exemptions.
How to remove tax from a total
Divide by 1 + the rate. A $113 receipt in Ontario: 113 ÷ 1.13 = $100 before tax, $13 HST.
Sources & review
Checked against these sources on November 10, 2026. Rules and rates can change — always confirm with the official source.
Canada GST/HST Calculator FAQs
What is the difference between GST and HST?
GST is the 5% federal tax. HST combines GST with a provincial portion in participating provinces (Ontario and Atlantic Canada).
Is QST charged on GST?
No. Since 2013, QST is calculated on the price before GST, which is how this calculator works.
Is my information saved or sent anywhere?
No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent to a server.