PST - Provincial Sales Tax (Canada)

In many Canadian provinces, a Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is charged on many retail good and services. In all provinces, except Prince Edward Island and Quebec, PST is charged on the selling price of the item before Goods & Services Tax (GST) is applied. GST is charged on the selling price before PST is applied, which prevents GST being charged on PST.

In Quebec and Prince Edward Island only, PST is charged according to the total of the selling price plus GST. When both GST and PST apply to a given sale, each tax must be shown separately on the receipt. Our experts will help you navigate any issues with the PST.