How to calculate sales tax in Quebec
The formula for Quebec sales tax at 14.975%, with a worked example.
Key facts
| Place | Quebec |
|---|---|
| Sales tax | Combined sales tax |
| Standard rate on file | 14.975% |
| Multiply net price by | 1.14975 |
| Tax share of a gross price | 13.02% |
| Currency | CAD |
The formula
Multiply the price by 0.14975 to get the tax, or by 1.14975 for the total.
Worked example
Here is the calculation with sample figures. Change any number in the Quebec Sales Tax Calculator to run your own.
| Price | CA$100.00 |
| Tax rate (%) | 14.97% |
| Tax | CA$14.98 |
|---|---|
| Price incl. tax | CA$114.98 |
Quick reference at 14.975%
Common amounts in Quebec, worked both ways: adding tax to a net price, and extracting it from a price that already includes tax.
| Amount | Tax on net amount | Gross (net + tax) | Net if amount includes tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA$10.00 | CA$1.50 | CA$11.50 | CA$8.70 |
| CA$50.00 | CA$7.49 | CA$57.49 | CA$43.49 |
| CA$100.00 | CA$14.98 | CA$114.98 | CA$86.98 |
| CA$250.00 | CA$37.44 | CA$287.44 | CA$217.44 |
| CA$500.00 | CA$74.88 | CA$574.88 | CA$434.88 |
| CA$1,000.00 | CA$149.75 | CA$1,149.75 | CA$869.75 |
| CA$5,000.00 | CA$748.75 | CA$5,748.75 | CA$4,348.77 |
How Quebec compares
Standard rates on file for other provinces and territories. A difference of a few points matters most on high-value purchases and on cross-border sales.
| Place | Rate on file | Compared with 14.975% |
|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | 5% | lower |
| Ontario | 13% | lower |
| Prince Edward Island | 15% | higher |
| Saskatchewan | 11% | lower |
| Yukon | 5% | lower |
Using the calculator step by step
- Open the Quebec Sales Tax Calculator.
- Type your figures into the numbered lines. Results update as you type.
- Check the rate field. It starts at 14.975%; change it if a reduced rate, local surcharge or exemption applies to you.
- Read the result on the receipt panel, and use the formula shown under it if you need to explain the figure to a client or colleague.
Key terms
- Taxable income
- Income left after allowances and deductions, on which the tax rates are applied.
- Zero rate
- A rate of 0% on a taxable supply. Unlike an exemption, the seller can usually still reclaim tax on costs.
- Tax credit
- An amount subtracted directly from the tax bill, worth its full face value.
- Standard rate
- The rate that applies to most goods and services unless a specific reduced rate, zero rate or exemption applies.
- Effective rate
- Total tax divided by total income, the average rate you actually pay.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Subtracting the rate from a total instead of dividing.
Run your own numbers. The Quebec Sales Tax Calculator updates as you type and shows the formula it uses.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate Quebec sales tax?
Price times 0.14975.
How do I add it in one step?
Price times 1.14975.
This article is general information for planning, not tax advice. Rates and rules change; confirm with your tax authority or a qualified adviser.