HST Sales Tax Calculator 2026 - Ontario

Calculate your total sales tax in Ontario instantly. Our tool applies the standard 13% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) to your purchases. Enter your amount below, or switch to the reverse calculator to easily find the original before-tax price from any receipt.

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In Ontario, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) handles the administration and collection of the 13% Harmonized Sales Tax on behalf of both the federal and provincial governments.
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How the Ontario Sales Tax Calculator Works

This calculator estimates the sales tax breakdown for purchases in Ontario. Enter a before-tax amount (default) or switch to tax-included to reverse-calculate the subtotal.

  • Standard calculation: Enter your before-tax amount. Whether you are shopping in Toronto or Ottawa, the calculator automatically applies the 13% HST to show your final cost.
  • Reverse calculation (tax included): Turn on “Amount includes tax?”. Enter the total you paid, and the calculator works backward to separate the 13% HST from the original pre-tax sticker price.

Understanding HST in Ontario

While the general rate is 13%, Ontario applies a specific point-of-sale rebate on prepared food and beverages sold for $4.00 or less. In these cases, only the 5% GST is charged. This is widely known as the 'Muffin Rule'.

Retail prices displayed in Ontario stores do not include the 13% HST. You must always account for this extra charge at the checkout counter. If you need to figure out the tax portion of a paid invoice, simply use our 'Amount includes tax?' toggle.

Rates 2026

This table provides an overview of Canada’s sales tax rates for 2026, broken down by province and territory. It shows how the GST combines with provincial taxes - including HST, PST, and QST - to determine the total sales tax rate applied to purchases across Canada.

The Total column reflects the combined tax rate consumers typically pay at checkout, helping individuals and businesses quickly estimate the final cost of goods and services depending on location.

With a 13% HST, Ontario has a moderately high tax rate, but the province offers unique point-of-sale rebates on everyday essentials that significantly lower the tax burden for families.

Province / territory GST / HST PST QST Total
Alberta (AB) 5% 0% - 5%
British Columbia (BC) 5% 7% - 12%
Manitoba (MB) 5% 7% - 12%
New Brunswick (NB) 15% - - 15%
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) 15% - - 15%
Nova Scotia (NS) 14% - - 14%
Northwest Territories (NT) 5% 0% - 5%
Nunavut (NU) 5% 0% - 5%
Ontario (ON) 13% - - 13%
Prince Edward Island (PE) 15% - - 15%
Quebec (QC) 5% - 9.975% 14.975%
Saskatchewan (SK) 5% 6% - 11%
Yukon (YT) 5% 0% - 5%
⚠️ Rates shown are based on the most commonly applied public tax rates and may vary for certain goods, services, or tax-exempt situations.

How to calculate sales tax in Ontario (before tax and tax included)

The exact calculation formula in Ontario is: Total = Amount × 1.13. To reverse this and find the pre-tax amount from a final receipt, just divide the total by 1.13.

Total including tax = Before-tax amount × (1 + 13%)
Before-tax amount = Total including tax ÷ (1 + 13%)

Rules & Exemptions

  • The $4.00 rule (Muffin Rule): Prepared foods and beverages priced at $4.00 or less receive a rebate of the provincial portion (8%). Only the 5% GST applies.
  • Children’s clothing, footwear, diapers, and printed books are taxed at only 5%.
  • Rebates for new housing are available but subject to specific price caps.

FAQ - Ontario 2026

Why did my coffee only have 5% tax?

Because your total was likely under $4.00. Prepared food and drink under this threshold are exempt from the 8% provincial tax.

Are children's clothes tax-free?

Not entirely. They are exempt from the provincial portion (8%), so you still pay the 5% federal tax.

Is gas taxed in Ontario?

Yes, gasoline is subject to the 13% HST, calculated on top of the federal and provincial fuel excise taxes.