Which rate should I charge?

Generally the rate where your customer is, not where you are. That is 5% GST in Alberta and the territories, 13% or 15% HST in several eastern provinces, and GST plus a separate provincial tax elsewhere. Set the rate per invoice.

Do I need a GST/HST number?

Once your revenue passes the small-supplier threshold you must register. Below it you may register voluntarily — but if you are not registered, do not charge the tax.

Can I invoice in US dollars?

Yes, pick USD in the currency list. Tax reporting still happens in Canadian dollars, so keep a record of the rate you used on the day.

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About this document

Canadian sales tax depends on where your customer is. Some provinces charge a harmonised HST, others charge federal GST alongside a provincial tax, and Alberta charges GST alone. This page opens with GST/HST labelled and the federal rate of 5% as a starting point — set the rate that applies to the province you are billing into.

If you are registered, your GST/HST number belongs on the invoice; customers need it to claim input tax credits, and for supplies over $30 it is a requirement rather than a courtesy.

What a Canadian invoice needs

Your business name and, if registered, your GST/HST number
The date and a unique invoice number
The customer's name
A clear description of what was supplied
The amount charged before tax
The rate and amount of GST/HST, shown separately
The total payable

This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Requirements differ by jurisdiction and by the kind of work you do — check with your own accountant or tax authority if anything is unclear.

Questions

Which rate should I charge?: Generally the rate where your customer is, not where you are. That is 5% GST in Alberta and the territories, 13% or 15% HST in several eastern provinces, and GST plus a separate provincial tax elsewhere. Set the rate per invoice.
Do I need a GST/HST number?: Once your revenue passes the small-supplier threshold you must register. Below it you may register voluntarily — but if you are not registered, do not charge the tax.
Can I invoice in US dollars?: Yes, pick USD in the currency list. Tax reporting still happens in Canadian dollars, so keep a record of the rate you used on the day.