Alberta sales tax rate
| Tax | Rate | Administered by |
|---|---|---|
| GST | 5% | Canada Revenue Agency |
| Combined | 5% |
price before tax = total ÷ (1 + 5 ÷ 100)
Alberta has never had a provincial sales tax, which gives it the lowest sales tax in any Canadian province.
Common prices plus tax in Alberta
| Price before tax | GST | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.50 | $10.50 |
| $20.00 | $1.00 | $21.00 |
| $50.00 | $2.50 | $52.50 |
| $100.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| $250.00 | $12.50 | $262.50 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 | $525.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $50.00 | $1,050.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $250.00 | $5,250.00 |
For any other amount, type it into the calculator above. Choose Remove tax to work backwards from a receipt total.
Alberta sales tax rate history
| Tax | Rate | In effect |
|---|---|---|
| GST | 5% | Since Jan 1, 2008 |
| GST | 6% | Jul 1, 2006 – Dec 31, 2007 |
| GST | 7% | Jan 1, 1991 – Jun 30, 2006 |
The rate that applies is the one in force when the tax became payable, which is usually the invoice or payment date, so older receipts may show a previous rate.
Registering and collecting tax in Alberta
GST is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). There is no provincial or territorial sales tax to register for. Most businesses must register for GST/HST once their worldwide taxable sales pass $30,000 over four consecutive calendar quarters. For GST/HST, sellers based elsewhere in Canada charge the rate of the province the goods are delivered to, so a sale shipped to Alberta carries Alberta's GST/HST rate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Alberta?
Alberta charges the 5% federal GST only, for a combined rate of 5%.
Does Alberta have a provincial sales tax?
No. Alberta charges only the 5% federal GST, so $100.00 of taxable goods costs $105.00.
How do I calculate GST in Alberta?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.05 to get the tax, or by 1.05 to get the total. For example, $100.00 plus 5% tax is $105.00.
How do I remove GST from a total in Alberta?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.05. For example, $105.00 divided by 1.05 is $100.00 before tax, so the tax was $5.00.
Who administers sales tax in Alberta?
GST is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). There is no provincial or territorial sales tax to register for.
When did the sales tax rate in Alberta last change?
The current rate of 5% has applied since Jan 1, 2008.