GST/HST Calculator Canada — Free 2026
Add or remove Canadian sales tax for any province or territory. Get a clear GST, HST and PST breakdown — perfect for invoicing, quoting and bookkeeping.
How It Works
- Enter the amount in Canadian dollars
- Choose Add Tax or Remove Tax
- Select your province or territory
- Read your tax breakdown
Understanding Canada's GST/HST/PST System
Canada's sales tax system is one of the most varied in the world, with different structures depending on the province or territory. There are three types of sales tax in Canada: the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), and the Provincial Sales Tax (PST). Understanding which applies to your transaction is essential for accurate invoicing and compliance.
The 5% federal GST applies across all of Canada. However, several provinces have chosen to harmonize their provincial tax with the federal GST into a single HST rate. Others maintain a separate PST charged on top of GST. Quebec operates its own parallel system with different terminology and a unique calculation method.
HST Provinces
Five provinces have harmonized their sales tax with the federal GST into a single HST rate, administered by the CRA:
- Ontario: 13% HST (5% federal + 8% provincial)
- New Brunswick: 15% HST (5% federal + 10% provincial)
- Newfoundland & Labrador: 15% HST (5% federal + 10% provincial)
- Nova Scotia: 14% HST — Nova Scotia reduced its rate from 15% to 14% effective April 2025, making it the only HST province with a 14% rate.
- Prince Edward Island: 15% HST (5% federal + 10% provincial)
PST Provinces (GST + PST separately)
British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan charge GST and PST as separate taxes. You must register for and remit each separately — BC PST to the BC government, Manitoba RST to the Manitoba government, and Saskatchewan PST to the Saskatchewan government.
Quebec: TPS and TVQ
Quebec uses its own terminology and a unique calculation method. The federal GST is called TPS (Taxe sur les produits et services) at 5%, and the provincial tax is called TVQ (Taxe de vente du Quebec) at 9.975%. Unlike most multi-tax jurisdictions, the TVQ is calculated on the pre-tax (net) price only — not on the price including TPS. This gives a combined effective rate of 14.975%. Quebec's TVQ is administered by Revenu Quebec, not the CRA.
GST-Only Provinces and Territories
Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut have no provincial or territorial sales tax. Only the federal 5% GST applies, making these jurisdictions the most tax-efficient for purchases of goods and services in Canada.
GST/HST Registration Threshold
Most Canadian businesses must register for GST/HST once their total taxable revenues exceed the $30,000 small supplier threshold in a single calendar quarter, or across four consecutive quarters. Once registered, you collect GST/HST from customers and remit the net amount (collected minus Input Tax Credits) to the CRA. Small businesses below the threshold may register voluntarily to claim ITCs on business expenses.
All Province and Territory Rates (2026)
| Province / Territory | GST / TPS | PST / TVQ | HST | Total Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 5% | — | — | 5% |
| British Columbia | 5% | 7% | — | 12% |
| Manitoba | 5% | 7% (RST) | — | 12% |
| New Brunswick | — | — | 15% | 15% |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | — | — | 15% | 15% |
| Nova Scotia | — | — | 14% | 14% |
| Northwest Territories | 5% | — | — | 5% |
| Nunavut | 5% | — | — | 5% |
| Ontario | — | — | 13% | 13% |
| Prince Edward Island | — | — | 15% | 15% |
| Quebec | 5% (TPS) | 9.975% (TVQ) | — | 14.975% |
| Saskatchewan | 5% | 6% | — | 11% |
| Yukon | 5% | — | — | 5% |
Planning your salary or employment income in Canada? Our Canadian Salary Calculator shows federal and provincial income tax, CPP contributions, and EI premiums for all provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a federal tax of 5% charged across Canada. HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) is a combined federal-provincial tax used in Ontario (13%), New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, PEI (15% each), and Nova Scotia (14%). PST (Provincial Sales Tax) is a separate provincial tax charged alongside GST in BC (7%), Manitoba (7%), Saskatchewan (6%), and Quebec (9.975% TVQ). Alberta, Yukon, NWT and Nunavut have no provincial sales tax — only the 5% federal GST.
Quebec uses its own names: TPS (Taxe sur les produits et services) for the 5% federal GST, and TVQ (Taxe de vente du Quebec) for the 9.975% provincial tax. Crucially, TVQ is calculated on the pre-tax (net) amount only, not on the amount including TPS. So on a $100 net price: TPS = $5.00, TVQ = $9.98 (100 × 9.975%), total tax = $14.98, gross = $114.98. The combined effective rate is 14.975%.
You must register for GST/HST if your total taxable revenues exceed $30,000 in a single calendar quarter or in four consecutive calendar quarters. This threshold applies to most businesses, including sole proprietors and freelancers. Once registered, you collect GST/HST on taxable sales and can claim Input Tax Credits (ITCs) to recover GST/HST paid on business expenses.
New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, and Prince Edward Island each have a combined rate of 15% HST. Nova Scotia charges 14% HST. Ontario charges 13% HST. Quebec has a combined rate of 14.975% (5% TPS + 9.975% TVQ). Alberta has the lowest rate at just 5% federal GST with no provincial sales tax, making it attractive for large purchases.
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