GST/HST Calculator Canada 2026
Add or remove GST, HST, or PST for any Canadian province or territory. Instant results for business invoicing, shopping, and expense tracking.
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📋 How to use this calculator
- Enter your amount.
- Select your province or territory.
- Choose to add tax or remove tax.
- Click Calculate Tax for an instant breakdown.
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Understanding GST, HST, and PST in Canada
🇨🇦 How Canadian Sales Tax Works
Canada has a two-level sales tax system. The federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) is 5% and applies across all provinces and territories. Some provinces have merged their provincial sales tax with the GST into a single Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) — Ontario (13%), New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador (all 15%). Other provinces charge GST plus a separate Provincial Sales Tax (PST) — British Columbia and Manitoba (12%), Saskatchewan (11%). Quebec uses a Goods and Services Tax plus a Quebec Sales Tax (QST) at 9.975%, totalling approximately 14.975%. Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut have no provincial sales tax and charge only the 5% GST.
📊 2026 Sales Tax Rates by Province
| Province/Territory | GST | PST/QST/HST | Total |
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| Alberta | 5% | — | 5% |
| British Columbia | 5% | 7% PST | 12% |
| Manitoba | 5% | 7% RST | 12% |
| Saskatchewan | 5% | 6% PST | 11% |
| Ontario | 13% HST (combined) | 13% | |
| Quebec | 5% | 9.975% QST | 14.975% |
| New Brunswick | 15% HST (combined) | 15% | |
| Nova Scotia | 15% HST (combined) | 15% | |
| Prince Edward Island | 15% HST (combined) | 15% | |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | 15% HST (combined) | 15% | |
| AB, NT, NU, YT | 5% | — | 5% |
🧮 The GST/HST Formula
Total = Price Before Tax × (1 + Tax Rate)
Price Before Tax = Total ÷ (1 + Tax Rate)
Example (Ontario HST 13%): $100.00 × 1.13 = $113.00 total
Reverse: $113.00 ÷ 1.13 = $100.00 before tax · Tax = $13.00
💼 GST/HST for Small Businesses
If your business earns more than $30,000 in revenue over four consecutive calendar quarters, you must register for a GST/HST account with the CRA. Once registered, you collect GST/HST on taxable supplies and remit the net amount (tax collected minus input tax credits) to the CRA. Input Tax Credits (ITCs) allow you to recover GST/HST paid on business expenses — making GST effectively a tax on the end consumer, not on businesses in the supply chain. Small suppliers under $30,000 may voluntarily register to claim ITCs, which can be beneficial if you purchase significant taxable inputs. Filing can be monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on your revenue level and preference.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What items are exempt from GST/HST in Canada?
Many essential goods and services are zero-rated (taxed at 0%) or exempt. Zero-rated items include most basic groceries, prescription drugs, medical devices, and exports. Exempt supplies include residential rent, most health and dental services, educational services, and most financial services. Zero-rated differs from exempt — zero-rated businesses can still claim ITCs on their inputs; exempt businesses cannot.
Why does Quebec have a different sales tax?
Quebec administers its own provincial tax system separately from the federal government. The Quebec Sales Tax (QST) rate is 9.975% and is administered by Revenu Québec rather than the CRA. Unlike provinces that harmonized with the federal GST, Quebec maintains its own registration, filing, and remittance system. Quebec businesses must register for both GST (with CRA) and QST (with Revenu Québec) separately.
Do I charge HST on services provided remotely?
Generally, the GST/HST rate that applies is based on where your customer is located (the "place of supply" rules), not where you are. If you're in Ontario providing services to a client in Alberta, you would charge 5% GST, not 13% HST. The place of supply rules are complex for digital services and professional services — consulting a tax professional is advisable for cross-provincial service businesses.
Are there GST/HST rebates for new home purchases?
Yes. The GST/HST New Housing Rebate allows buyers of new homes under $450,000 to recover a portion of the GST or HST paid. The federal rebate is 36% of the 5% GST (up to $6,300) for homes under $350,000, phasing out between $350,000 and $450,000. Most HST provinces also offer a provincial portion of the rebate. Builders often factor these rebates into the purchase price, but it's important to confirm how rebates are handled in your purchase agreement.