Saskatchewan Sales Tax Rate
Complete guide to sales tax in Saskatchewan (SK) for 2026. Combined rate: 11%.
Combined Rate
11%
GST + Provincial Sales Tax (PST)
Federal (GST)
5%
Provincial (PST)
6%
Tax on $100
$11.00
Tax Rate Breakdown
Before and After Tax in Saskatchewan
Quick reference for common purchase amounts at 11% combined rate
| Before Tax | GST (5%) | PST (6%) | Total Tax | After Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $5.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $111.00 |
| $500.00 | $25.00 | $30.00 | $55.00 | $555.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $50.00 | $60.00 | $110.00 | $1,110.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $250.00 | $300.00 | $550.00 | $5,550.00 |
Tax-Inclusive Price Breakdown
If the total price already includes tax, here is how it breaks down
| Total (incl. tax) | Tax Included | Price Before Tax |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $9.91 | $90.09 |
| $500.00 | $49.55 | $450.45 |
| $1,000.00 | $99.10 | $900.90 |
| $5,000.00 | $495.50 | $4,504.50 |
Sales Tax Comparison Across Canada
How Saskatchewan's 11% rate compares to other provinces
| Province | Tax Type | Rate | Tax on $1,000 | vs. SK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta (AB) | GST | 5% | $50.00 | -6% |
| Northwest Territories (NT) | GST | 5% | $50.00 | -6% |
| Nunavut (NU) | GST | 5% | $50.00 | -6% |
| Yukon (YT) | GST | 5% | $50.00 | -6% |
| Saskatchewan (SK) | GST+PST | 11% | $110.00 | -- |
| British Columbia (BC) | GST+PST | 12% | $120.00 | +1% |
| Manitoba (MB) | GST+PST | 12% | $120.00 | +1% |
| Ontario (ON) | HST | 13% | $130.00 | +2% |
| Nova Scotia (NS) | HST | 14% | $140.00 | +3% |
| Quebec (QC) | GST+QST | 14.975% | $149.75 | +3.975% |
| New Brunswick (NB) | HST | 15% | $150.00 | +4% |
| Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) | HST | 15% | $150.00 | +4% |
| Prince Edward Island (PE) | HST | 15% | $150.00 | +4% |
Sales Tax in Saskatchewan: A Complete Guide
Saskatchewan charges a 6% Provincial Sales Tax (PST) on top of the federal 5% GST, for a combined rate of 11%. The PST is administered by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Finance independently from the federal GST.
Saskatchewan's PST applies to most tangible goods, as well as certain services including insurance premiums, admissions, and telecommunications. Key exemptions include basic groceries, prescription drugs, residential utilities, and children's clothing. Restaurant meals and prepared food are taxable. The province also exempts agricultural equipment and machinery used in farming, reflecting the importance of agriculture to Saskatchewan's economy.
Saskatchewan has maintained its PST since 1937, making it one of the longest-running provincial sales taxes in Canada. The rate has fluctuated over the decades, spending many years at 5% before being increased to 6% on March 23, 2017. Saskatchewan explored harmonization with the federal GST on multiple occasions but has consistently chosen to maintain its independent PST to preserve control over which goods and services are taxed and at what rate. The province's agricultural sector, in particular, benefits from specific PST exemptions that might be lost under harmonization.