🇨🇦 Tipping & service charge in Canada

Tipping is expected here. Tax is usually added at the till. A typical tip is 15–22%. Restaurants in Canada don’t usually add a service charge. GST/HST of about 13% is usually added when you pay.

At a glance

Currency: CAD
Service charge: Usually none
GST/HST: 13% · added at the till
Tip: tip expected · 15–22%

Popular ways to pay friends back: Interac e-Transfer, PayPal.

Example: dinner for 4

A CA$200 dinner for 4 comes to CA$256 with the usual charges — CA$64 per person.

Food & drinks	CA$200
GST/HST 13%	CA$26
Tip	CA$30
Total	CA$256
Each pays (4 people)	CA$64

Split a bill in Canada

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Canada?

Tipping is expected here. Tax is usually added at the till. A typical tip is 15–22%.

Is there a service charge in Canada?

Restaurants in Canada don’t usually add a service charge.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Canada?

GST/HST of about 13% is usually added when you pay.

Typical values only — rates vary by city, state and restaurant. Always check your receipt.