Gst Rate Calculator Canada

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Canadian GST/HST Calculator

Determine sales tax based on province or territory.

Alberta (5% GST)
British Columbia (5% GST + 7% PST)
Manitoba (5% GST + 7% PST)
New Brunswick (15% HST)
Newfoundland and Labrador (15% HST)
Northwest Territories (5% GST)
Nova Scotia (15% HST)
Nunavut (5% GST)
Ontario (13% HST)
Prince Edward Island (15% HST)
Quebec (5% GST + 9.975% QST)
Saskatchewan (5% GST + 6% PST)
Yukon (5% GST)

Applicable Tax Rate:
Base Price:
$
GST (5%):
+$
PST/QST:
+$
Total Tax Amount:
+$
Final Price (Inc. Tax):
$

Please enter a valid positive price.

function calculateCanadianTax() {
var priceInput = document.getElementById(‘beforeTaxPrice’);
var provinceSelect = document.getElementById(‘provinceSelect’);
var resultDiv = document.getElementById(‘taxResult’);
var errorPara = document.getElementById(‘taxError’);
var price = parseFloat(priceInput.value);
var province = provinceSelect.value;
if (isNaN(price) || price 0 ? “Combined GST & ” + pstLabelText.split(‘ ‘)[0] : “GST Only”));
document.getElementById(‘pstLabel’).innerText = isHST ? “Provincial Component:” : pstLabelText + “:”;
// Handle visibility of breakdowns depending on if it’s HST or GST only
if (pstRate === 0) {
document.getElementById(‘pstBreakdown’).style.display = ‘none’;
} else {
document.getElementById(‘pstBreakdown’).style.display = ‘flex’;
}
resultDiv.style.display = ‘block’;
}

Understanding Sales Tax in Canada: GST, PST, and HST

Canada employs a value-added tax system that can be confusing because the total rate you pay at the cash register depends entirely on the province or territory in which the transaction takes place. Understanding the different components—GST, PST, QST, and HST—is essential for accurate financial planning and budgeting.

The Components of Canadian Sales Tax

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax): This is a federal tax of 5% that applies to most goods and services across all of Canada.
  • PST (Provincial Sales Tax): Many provinces levy their own tax on top of the federal GST. The rate varies by province. In Quebec, this is referred to as QST (Quebec Sales Tax).
  • HST (Harmonized Sales Tax): To simplify the tax system, some provinces have combined the 5% federal GST with their provincial tax into a single, blended tax called HST. In these provinces, you do not see separate GST and PST charges on your receipt; you see one total HST charge.

Current Canadian Tax Rates by Region

The total tax burden shifts significantly as you move across the country. As of 2024, here is how the rates break down:

  • HST Provinces: Ontario (13%), New Brunswick (15%), Newfoundland and Labrador (15%), Nova Scotia (15%), and Prince Edward Island (15%).
  • GST + PST/QST Provinces: British Columbia (5% GST + 7% PST), Manitoba (5% GST + 7% PST), Saskatchewan (5% GST + 6% PST), and Quebec (5% GST + 9.975% QST).
  • GST Only Regions: Alberta, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon only charge the 5% federal GST. These regions do not have a territorial or provincial sales tax.

Why use this GST Calculator?

Calculating the final price of an item manually can be tedious, especially when dealing with percentages like Quebec’s 9.975% QST. This calculator automatically applies the correct current rates based on the selected location, providing you with an immediate breakdown of the federal component, provincial component, and the final total price.

For example, purchasing a $500 item in Alberta would incur only $25.00 in tax (5% GST) for a total of $525.00. Purchasing that same $500 item in Nova Scotia would incur $75.00 in tax (15% HST) for a total of $575.00.

Note: While this tool uses current standard rates, specific types of goods (like children’s clothing, books, or groceries) may be exempt or taxed differently depending on provincial laws. Always verify with official government sources for specialized business accounting.

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