Sales Tax Information (Canada)
Last updated: July 2025
At Lumenco, we collect and remit sales tax in full compliance with federal and provincial regulations. The applicable tax is calculated based on the shipping destination within Canada.
Federal Tax
GST (Goods and Services Tax) – 5%
Applied to most goods and services across Canada unless a province uses the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax).
Provincial & Territorial Tax Rates
Below is the current breakdown of sales tax rates across Canada:
| Province / Territory | Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta (AB) | GST only | 5% |
| British Columbia (BC) | GST | 5% |
| Manitoba (MB) | GST | 5% |
| New Brunswick (NB) | HST | 15% |
| Newfoundland & Labrador (NL) | HST | 15% |
| Northwest Territories (NT) | GST only | 5% |
| Nova Scotia (NS) | HST | 15% |
| Nunavut (NU) | GST only | 5% |
| Ontario (ON) | HST | 13% |
| Prince Edward Island (PE) | HST | 15% |
| Quebec (QC) | GST + QST | 5% GST + 9.975% QST = 14.975% |
| Saskatchewan (SK) | GST | 5% |
| Yukon (YT) | GST only | 5% |
How Sales Tax Is Calculated
The applicable tax is based on the shipping address of your order.
If your order ships to a province that uses HST, the combined HST rate will apply.
Tax-Exempt Customers
Certain customers may qualify for tax exemption, such as:
Government agencies
Indigenous groups with valid exemption certificates
Resellers with valid exemption documents
📌 To request tax-exempt status:
Please email your exemption certificate to support@lumenco.ca before placing your order.
Once verified, we will update your account to reflect the exemption.
Questions or Assistance
If you have questions about sales tax or need help with your order:
Email: support@lumenco.ca
Phone: 1-888-372-9989 (Mon–Fri, 7 AM – 5 PM EST)
Thank you for shopping with Lumenco. We appreciate your business and comply fully with all Canadian tax regulations.