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.
How much is HST on $1,000 in Ontario?
$1,000.00 plus 13% tax is $1,130.00, so the tax is $130.00. The price table on this page shows other common amounts.
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.
What were the past sales tax rates in Ontario?
HST 13%: since Jul 1, 2010; GST + PST 5% + 8%: until Jun 30, 2010.