Sales tax Canada · Rates as of 1 November 2026
Nova Scotia Sales Tax (2026): 14% HST
Nova Scotia sales tax is 14% (HST: 5% federal + 9% provincial). Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
Nova Scotia sales tax calculator
How sales tax works in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia cut its HST from 15% to 14% on 1 April 2025, so the rate is now 5% federal plus 9% provincial.
To calculate it, multiply the pre-tax price by 14% (0.14000). A $40 purchase carries $5.60 tax, for $45.60 in total. To strip tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1.14000.
Nova Scotia sales tax on common amounts
| Price | Total tax | Total price |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $1.40 | $11.40 |
| $25.00 | $3.50 | $28.50 |
| $50.00 | $7.00 | $57.00 |
| $100.00 | $14.00 | $114.00 |
| $250.00 | $35.00 | $285.00 |
| $500.00 | $70.00 | $570.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $140.00 | $1,140.00 |
Nova Scotia 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 Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia cut its HST from 15% to 14% on 1 April 2025, so the rate is now 5% federal plus 9% provincial.
How much tax is added to $100 in Nova Scotia?
$14.00 HST, total $114.00.
How do I remove sales tax from a price in Nova Scotia?
Divide the tax-included price by 1.14000. For example, $113.00 ÷ 1.14000 = $99.12 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.