What is the difference between GST, HST, and PST?

GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a 5% federal tax applied in all provinces. HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) combines the federal GST with the provincial tax into a single rate, used in Ontario (13%), New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and PEI (all 15%). PST (Provincial Sales Tax) is a separate provincial tax charged on top of GST in BC (7%), Manitoba (7%), and Saskatchewan (6%). Quebec uses GST plus QST (9.975%) instead of PST.

Which provinces have no provincial sales tax?

Alberta, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon charge only the federal GST at 5% with no additional provincial tax. They are the most tax-friendly provinces for purchases.

Is the calculator accurate for 2025 Canadian tax rates?

Yes, the rates used reflect the rates in effect as of 2025. Provincial rates are set by each government and can change; always confirm with the Canada Revenue Agency or your provincial tax authority for the most current rates before filing tax returns.

Does Quebec charge PST?

Quebec does not use PST. Instead, it charges the Quebec Sales Tax (QST) at 9.975% on top of the federal GST of 5%, bringing the combined rate to 14.975%.

Are there goods exempt from Canadian sales tax?

Yes. Basic groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical devices are generally zero-rated or exempt from GST/HST. Some provinces also exempt specific goods from PST. This calculator covers the standard rates applied to taxable goods and services.

Canada VAT Calculator

Select your Canadian province, enter the pre-tax amount, and instantly see GST, HST, PST/QST, and total tax breakdown.

Canada Tax Calculator

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Summary

The Canada VAT Calculator computes the correct sales tax for all 13 Canadian provinces and territories. Depending on the province, it applies the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST), Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), or a combination of GST with a Provincial Sales Tax (PST) or Quebec Sales Tax (QST). Enter any pre-tax amount, select your province, and the tool instantly shows a line-by-line tax breakdown and the final total price.

How it works

Enter the pre-tax (before-tax) price in Canadian dollars.
Select your province or territory from the dropdown.
The calculator applies the correct GST, HST, PST, or QST rate for that province.
A full breakdown shows each tax component and the total price including tax.
Click "Copy Result" to copy the breakdown to your clipboard.

Use cases

Check the total cost of a purchase before paying.
Verify tax amounts on a Canadian business invoice.
Calculate sales tax when shopping online from a Canadian retailer.
Estimate landed cost for goods delivered to different provinces.
Compare total prices across provinces when planning a purchase.
Work out tax amounts for expense reports and reimbursements.
Confirm correct HST/GST/PST splits for accounting entries.

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Last updated: 2026-05-23 · Reviewed by Nham Vu