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How Ontario Sales Tax Works

Ontario's sales tax system is a combination of federal and provincial taxes that apply to most goods and services sold within the province. The main components are:

• HST (Harmonized Sales Tax): A combined federal and provincial tax rate
• PST (Provincial Sales Tax): The provincial portion of HST
• GST (Goods and Services Tax): The federal portion of HST

The total sales tax rate in Ontario is 13%, which is the sum of the 5% GST and 8% PST. This rate applies to most taxable goods and services sold in the province.

Tax Rates in Ontario

The current sales tax rates in Ontario are as follows:

How to Calculate Sales Tax

To calculate the total sales tax on a purchase in Ontario, follow these steps:

1. Determine the pre-tax price of the item
2. Multiply the price by the HST rate (13%)
3. Add the tax amount to the original price to get the total cost

For example, if an item costs $100 before tax, the total cost including tax would be:

$100 × 1.13 = $113

Common Exemptions

Certain goods and services are exempt from sales tax in Ontario. These include:

• Basic food and groceries
• Prescription drugs
• Medical supplies and equipment
• Books and newspapers
• Some services like haircuts and dental cleanings

Always check the Ontario government's list of exemptions for the most current information.

Practical Examples

Here are some examples of how sales tax applies in Ontario:

These examples show how the 13% HST applies to different types of purchases in Ontario.