HST Rates

The applicable harmonized sales tax (HST) rates differ from one participating province to another. Although the federal component is 5% in all participating provinces, the provincial component can vary from one province to another.

The table below shows the provincial and federal components for each participating province.

Provinces where the HST applies

As of July 1, 2010

HST rate

Provincial HST component

Federal HST component

British Columbia

12%

7%

5%

New Brunswick

13%

8%

5%

Nova Scotia

15%

10%

5%

Ontario

13%

8%

5%

Newfoundland and Labrador

13%

8%

5%

Note
From January 1, 2008, to June 30, 2010, the HST rate was 13% in the participating provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia.
Last Updated: 2010-11-23