Sales Tax by Province 2026
Canada has three types of sales tax that are charged in Canada:
- Provincial Sales Tax (PST)
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
If you are looking to calculate the sales tax on a purchase in Canada to determine the total amount payable, check out this sales tax calculator. If you want to know the amount of a good or service before the applied sales tax in a province, check out the reverse sales tax calculator.
Sales Tax Rates by Province
The below table provides an overview of which sales tax amounts apply in each province and territory. Provinces and Territories either charge only GST, GST + PST (or QST for Quebec) or HST.
| Province | HST (%) | GST (%) | PST (%) | Total Tax Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 0% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| British Columbia | 0% | 5% | 7% | 12% |
| Manitoba | 0% | 5% | 7% | 12% |
| New Brunswick | 15% | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 15% | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Northwest Territories | 0% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| Nova Scotia | 14% | 0% | 0% | 14% |
| Nunavut | 0% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
| Ontario | 13% | 0% | 0% | 13% |
| Quebec | 0% | 5% | 9.975% | 14.975% |
| Prince Edward Island | 15% | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Saskatchewan | 0% | 5% | 6% | 11% |
| Yukon | 0% | 5% | 0% | 5% |
Here are some of the most recent updates to sales tax in Canada:
- April 1, 2025: Nova Scotia reduced HST from 15% to 14%
- July 1, 2019: Manitoba reduced PST from 8% to 7%
- July 1, 2016: New Brunswick increased HST from 13% to 15%
- July 1, 2016: Newfoundland and Labrador increased HST from 13% to 15%
It is important to factor in these rates before making a major purchase, as sales tax can add thousands to your final invoice. For example, buying a vehicle involves distinct provincial rules. See our full breakdown of car sales tax in Canada to help you with your next purchase.
HST Provinces (Single Tax)
- Ontario (13%)
- Nova Scotia (14%)
- New Brunswick (15%)
- PEI (15%)
- Newfoundland (15%)
One combined tax, administered federally.
GST + PST Provinces (Separate Taxes)
- British Columbia (5% + 7%)
- Saskatchewan (5% + 6%)
- Manitoba (5% + 7%)
- Quebec (5% + 9.975% QST)
Two separate taxes, PST administered provincially.
GST Only (No Provincial Tax)
- Alberta
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
What is Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) in Canada?
The Harmonized Sales Tax in Canada is administered by the federal government through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It works to harmonize Provincial Sales Tax (PST) with the federal Goods and Service Tax (GST) to create a Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). This allows individuals and businesses who collect HST on taxable sales to only collect one sales tax which is then remit and reported to only one government agency.
Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB)
Effective July 1, 2026, the federal government officially replaced the traditional GST/HST credit with the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB). While the core eligibility rules remain identical, the new program introduces a 25% increase to the base quarterly payment amounts.
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