How the Yukon Sales Tax Calculator Works
This calculator applies only the 5% federal GST to Yukon purchases. The Yukon levies no territorial sales tax, making this a complete calculation with no provincial component. For luxury vehicles over $100,000, a separate federal luxury tax applies and is not reflected in this tool.
- Standard calculation: Enter your before-tax amount. Whether you are shopping in Whitehorse or Dawson City, the calculator will only apply the 5% federal GST, as the Yukon has no provincial/territorial sales tax.
- Reverse calculation (tax included): Turn on “Amount includes tax?”. If you have a final receipt from a Yukon retailer, the tool works backward to separate the 5% GST from the base price.
Understanding GST and PST in Yukon
Whitehorse is a popular destination for major purchases because of the 0% territorial tax rate. Unlike US states like Alaska (which also has no sales tax), Yukon residents pay the federal GST.
While Yukon's 0% territorial rate makes it attractive for large purchases, the federal Luxury Tax (in force since 2022) applies nationwide — including in the Yukon — on passenger vehicles priced above $100,000 and boats above $250,000. This federal surcharge is separate from and on top of the 5% GST, and cannot be avoided by choosing to buy in a low-tax territory.
- GST (Federal): 5%
- PST (Provincial): 0%
- Total: 5%
Like the rest of Canada, sticker prices on retail shelves in the Yukon do not include the 5% GST. You should always expect this small addition at the checkout. Use the 'Amount includes tax?' toggle to extract the exact GST paid on your final bill.
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 flat 5% rate across the territory, the Yukon offers one of the simplest and most consumer-friendly retail tax environments in Canada.
| 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 Yukon (before tax and tax included)
The exact formula used in the Yukon is: Total = Amount × 1.05. Example: a $2,000 ATV in Whitehorse costs $2,100 (2,000 × 1.05) — compared to $2,240 in BC (12% GST/PST) or $2,260 in Ontario (13% HST). To reverse any Yukon receipt, divide the total by 1.05.
Total including tax = Before-tax amount × (1 + 5%)
Before-tax amount = Total including tax ÷ (1 + 5%)
Rules & Exemptions
- No territorial sales tax on vehicles or restaurant meals (only GST applies).
- Online purchases delivered to Yukon are charged only 5%. Specific taxes apply only to fuel and tobacco products.
FAQ - Yukon 2026
Can I buy a car in Yukon to save tax?
If you register the car in Yukon, you only pay 5% GST. However, if you drive it back to a province with PST/HST to register it, you will likely have to pay the difference.
Is there a hotel tax?
Yes, while there is no general sales tax, some municipalities like Whitehorse may have tourism levies on accommodation.
Do tourists pay the 5% GST?
Yes, the 5% GST applies to everyone, including visitors from the US or other provinces.
