Nova Scotia sales tax rate
| Tax | Rate | Administered by |
|---|---|---|
| HST, federal part | 5% | Canada Revenue Agency |
| HST, provincial part | 9% | |
| Combined | 14% |
price before tax = total ÷ (1 + 14 ÷ 100)
Nova Scotia cut its HST from 15% to 14% on April 1, 2025. Receipts from before then show 15%.
Common prices plus tax in Nova Scotia
| Price before tax | HST | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $1.40 | $11.40 |
| $20.00 | $2.80 | $22.80 |
| $50.00 | $7.00 | $57.00 |
| $100.00 | $14.00 | $114.00 |
| $250.00 | $35.00 | $285.00 |
| $500.00 | $70.00 | $570.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $140.00 | $1,140.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $700.00 | $5,700.00 |
For any other amount, type it into the calculator above. Choose Remove tax to work backwards from a receipt total.
Nova Scotia sales tax rate history
| Tax | Rate | In effect |
|---|---|---|
| HST | 14% | Since Apr 1, 2025 |
| HST | 15% | Jul 1, 2010 – Mar 31, 2025 |
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 Nova Scotia
HST is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Businesses register, charge and remit it through a single GST/HST account. 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 Nova Scotia carries Nova Scotia's GST/HST rate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia charges 14% HST (5% federal + 9% provincial), for a combined rate of 14%.
How do I calculate HST in Nova Scotia?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.14 to get the tax, or by 1.14 to get the total. For example, $100.00 plus 14% tax is $114.00.
How do I remove HST from a total in Nova Scotia?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.14. For example, $114.00 divided by 1.14 is $100.00 before tax, so the tax was $14.00.
How much is HST on $1,000 in Nova Scotia?
$1,000.00 plus 14% tax is $1,140.00, so the tax is $140.00. The price table on this page shows other common amounts.
Who administers sales tax in Nova Scotia?
HST is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Businesses register, charge and remit it through a single GST/HST account.
When did the sales tax rate in Nova Scotia last change?
The current rate of 14% has applied since Apr 1, 2025.
What were the past sales tax rates in Nova Scotia?
HST 14%: since Apr 1, 2025; HST 15%: jul 1, 2010 – Mar 31, 2025.