Sales tax Canada · Rates as of 1 November 2026
British Columbia Sales Tax (2026): 12% GST + PST
British Columbia sales tax is 12% (5% GST + 7% PST). Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
British Columbia sales tax calculator
How sales tax works in British Columbia
British Columbia charges 7% PST on top of 5% GST. Some items have different PST rates, for example liquor (10%) and higher-priced passenger vehicles.
To calculate it, multiply the pre-tax price by 12% (0.12000). A $40 purchase carries $4.80 tax, for $44.80 in total. To strip tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1.12000.
British Columbia sales tax on common amounts
| Price | GST 5% | PST 7% | Total tax | Total price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.50 | $0.70 | $1.20 | $11.20 |
| $25.00 | $1.25 | $1.75 | $3.00 | $28.00 |
| $50.00 | $2.50 | $3.50 | $6.00 | $56.00 |
| $100.00 | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $112.00 |
| $250.00 | $12.50 | $17.50 | $30.00 | $280.00 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 | $60.00 | $560.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $50.00 | $70.00 | $120.00 | $1,120.00 |
British Columbia vs other provinces
| Province / territory | Total rate | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 5% | $5.00 |
| British Columbia | 12% | $12.00 |
| Manitoba | 12% | $12.00 |
| New Brunswick | 15% | $15.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 15% | $15.00 |
| Northwest Territories | 5% | $5.00 |
| Nova Scotia | 14% | $14.00 |
| Nunavut | 5% | $5.00 |
| Ontario | 13% | $13.00 |
| Prince Edward Island | 15% | $15.00 |
| Quebec | 14.975% | $14.98 |
| Saskatchewan | 11% | $11.00 |
| Yukon | 5% | $5.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax in British Columbia?
British Columbia charges 7% PST on top of 5% GST. Some items have different PST rates, for example liquor (10%) and higher-priced passenger vehicles.
How much tax is added to $100 in British Columbia?
GST $5.00 + PST $7.00 = $12.00 tax, total $112.00.
How do I remove sales tax from a price in British Columbia?
Divide the tax-included price by 1.12000. For example, $113.00 ÷ 1.12000 = $100.89 before tax.
Sources
- Canada Revenue Agency, GST/HST rates by province.
- Provincial finance ministries (BC PST, Saskatchewan PST, Manitoba RST, Revenu Québec QST).
Rates change. Always confirm the exact rate for a specific address with the relevant tax authority before filing or invoicing.