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Find your accountantJust enter the subtotal or the total with taxes included, and let us know if the taxes are already part of that amount.
The calculator automatically applies British Columbia's 2026 rates: the federal GST of 5% and the provincial PST of 7%, for a total of 12%. You can also choose another state from the list above.
View the subtotal, GST, PST and total including taxes, ready to use in your British Columbia invoicing.
In British Columbia, two separate taxes are added to the price of most goods and services: the federal GST of 5% and the BC PST (Provincial Sales Tax) of 7%, for a total of 12%. These are not harmonized taxes like Ontario's HST; the PST is administered separately by the BC Ministry of Finance and is levied alongside the GST. The calculator above uses these 2026 rates by default and allows you to select a different Canadian jurisdiction if needed. Understanding how these taxes work is essential for accurate invoicing.
In British Columbia, the 5% GST and 7% PST are each calculated on the subtotal before tax and then added to the final price: on $100, you add $5 GST and $7 PST, for a total of $112. Both taxes are applied to the same subtotal before tax, not one to the other. The calculator remembers the exact rates and applies them automatically, preventing rounding errors on your invoice.
This is the key difference in British Columbia. VAT is a value-added tax: a registered business can reclaim the VAT paid on its commercial purchases through input tax credits (ITCs). However, the PST (Profit-Sharing Tax), on the other hand, is not a value-added tax: PST paid on purchases is generally not reclaimable, except for specific exemptions provided by the province. The PST paid therefore often becomes a real cost for the business, which an accountant can help you optimize.
| Item | What the tool shows |
|---|---|
| Country and jurisdiction | British Columbia by default (GST 5% + TST 7%), and the 12 other provinces and territories of your choice |
| Rates applied | GST 5% + PST 7% = 12% in BC (2026 rate), or the rate of the selected jurisdiction |
| Calculation of the total including tax | Subtotal, tax(s) and total automatically |
| Extraction including tax | Reverse calculation based on a VAT-inclusive amount |
| Multi-rate cases | Federal GST and provincial GST calculated on the same subtotal, then added together |
| Update | Rate 2026, VAT 5% and PST 7% for BC. |
The exact rates are displayed in the tool based on the selected country and jurisdiction. Official sources by country (national and local tax authorities), rates in effect 2026.
In British Columbia, two separate taxes apply: the federal GST of 5% and the BC PST (Provincial Sales Tax) of 7%, for a total of 12%. These are not harmonized taxes: the PST is administered separately by the state, alongside the GST. The calculator applies these 2026 rates by default and also allows you to select a different state or territory. Certain categories of goods may be taxed differently or exempt.
Enter your total amount including tax and specify that taxes are already included: the tool calculates the subtotal excluding tax by dividing by the combined rate of 12% (in the UK), then separates the 5% VAT and the 7% PST. Our calculator performs these calculations automatically, saving you from manual work.
In British Columbia, the GST and the PST are administered by two separate authorities. The VAT is collected and remitted to the tax authority; Canada (ARC), while the PST is collected and remitted to the BC Department of Finance. Once registered, the business charges both taxes to its customers, files separate periodic returns, and remits each tax to the relevant government agency. An accountant can confirm your obligations based on your business activity.
For VAT purposes, registration becomes mandatory once taxable sales exceed €30,000 over four consecutive quarters (below this threshold, the business is considered a small supplier). British Columbia's PST (Provincial Sales Tax) has its own registration rules, separate from this threshold: most businesses that sell or lease taxable goods in BC must register with the province. Voluntary VAT registration remains an option to recover tax paid on purchases.
It depends on the tax. The GST is a value-added tax: a registered business deducts the GST paid on its business expenses using input tax credits (ITCs), then remits the difference to the CRA. British Columbia's PST, however, is not a value-added tax: PST paid on purchases is generally not recoverable, except under specific exemptions. Therefore, the PST paid often becomes a real cost for the business.
Bankeo finds entrepreneurs the ideal accountant specializing in GST/HST, tax returns, and bookkeeping in British Columbia. The service is free for the entrepreneur. Our team understands your situation, your industry, and your needs, then introduces you to verified accountants capable of managing your returns and tax strategy, and remains by your side afterward.
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Read the article →Registration steps, required documents and deadlines to be respected.
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Read the article →How to reclaim the VAT paid on your business purchases.
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