GST/HST in Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories charges 5% GST, a combined 5% on most purchases. Full purchase-amount table below.
Northwest Territories tax on common purchase amounts
At the 5% GST rate (5% combined):
| Price | Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $50.00 | $2.50 | $52.50 |
| $100.00 | $5.00 | $105.00 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 | $525.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $50.00 | $1,050.00 |
| $2,500.00 | $125.00 | $2,625.00 |
Other provinces and territories
- Nova Scotia GST/HST 14% HST, 14% combined.
- Nunavut GST/HST 5% GST, 5% combined.
- Ontario GST/HST 13% HST, 13% combined.
- Prince Edward Island GST/HST 15% HST, 15% combined.
- Quebec GST/HST 5% GST + 9.975% QST, 14.975% combined.
Frequently asked questions
What is the GST/HST rate in Northwest Territories?
Northwest Territories charges 5% GST, a combined 5% on most goods and services. There is no provincial sales tax here, only the federal GST.
How much tax is added to a $100 purchase in Northwest Territories?
$5.00 at the 5% rate, bringing the total to $105.00. The table above breaks this down for several purchase amounts.
Are all purchases taxed at this rate in Northwest Territories?
No. Basic groceries, most health and dental services, and certain other goods and services are zero-rated or exempt from GST/HST across Canada. This calculator uses the standard rate; check CRA guidance for exempt categories.
Is GST/HST charged on top of the price or included in it?
In Canada, GST/HST is typically added on top of the listed price at checkout, similar to US sales tax. The calculator above supports both directions: adding tax to a price, or working backward from a total that already includes tax.
Rates are the standard federal/provincial sales tax rates as of the last update date. Some goods and services are zero-rated or exempt. Verify with the CRA or your provincial revenue agency before filing. Source: Canada Revenue Agency GST/HST rate table, cross-checked against multiple 2026 sources for the Nova Scotia HST cut (15% to 14%, effective April 1, 2025). Last updated 2026-08-10.
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