Ontario sales tax rate
| Tax | Rate | Administered by |
|---|---|---|
| HST, federal part | 5% | Canada Revenue Agency |
| HST, provincial part | 8% | |
| Combined | 13% |
price before tax = total ÷ (1 + 13 ÷ 100)
Ontario rebates the 8% provincial part of HST at the till on some items, including children's clothing and footwear, diapers, and printed books.
Common prices plus tax in Ontario
| Price before tax | HST | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $1.30 | $11.30 |
| $20.00 | $2.60 | $22.60 |
| $50.00 | $6.50 | $56.50 |
| $100.00 | $13.00 | $113.00 |
| $250.00 | $32.50 | $282.50 |
| $500.00 | $65.00 | $565.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $130.00 | $1,130.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $650.00 | $5,650.00 |
For any other amount, type it into the calculator above. Choose Remove tax to work backwards from a receipt total.
Ontario sales tax rate history
| Tax | Rate | In effect |
|---|---|---|
| HST | 13% | Since Jul 1, 2010 |
| GST + PST | 5% + 8% | Until Jun 30, 2010 |
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 Ontario
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 Ontario carries Ontario's GST/HST rate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Ontario?
Ontario charges 13% HST (5% federal + 8% provincial), for a combined rate of 13%.
How do I calculate HST in Ontario?
Multiply the pre-tax price by 0.13 to get the tax, or by 1.13 to get the total. For example, $100.00 plus 13% tax is $113.00.
How do I remove HST from a total in Ontario?
Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1.13. For example, $113.00 divided by 1.13 is $100.00 before tax, so the tax was $13.00.
Who administers sales tax in Ontario?
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 Ontario last change?
The current rate of 13% has applied since Jul 1, 2010.