Manitoba Cannabis Tax Rate
22% combinedRegulator: Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MBLL) · Retail model: Hybrid (Public + Private) · Updated for 2026
12% Added at the register (5% GST + 7% PST)
≈22% Total effective incl. the ~10% federal excise embedded in the shelf price
Tax Breakdown
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Cannabis Excise Duty | ~10% | Greater of $1/g or 10% of producer list price (baked into retail price) |
| Federal GST | 5% | 5% federal Goods & Services Tax |
| Manitoba PST / QST | 7% | Provincial sales tax on cannabis |
| Added at the register | 12% | Sales tax applied to the shelf price at checkout |
| Total Effective Rate | ≈22% | Register tax + the ~10% federal excise embedded in the shelf price |
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Manitoba Cannabis Tax Notes
Manitoba applies the 5% federal GST and 7% provincial RST (retail sales tax) to cannabis. MBLL runs the wholesale channel; private retailers sell to consumers. Combined effective retail rate ~22%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cannabis tax rate in Manitoba?
At the register you pay 5% GST + 7% PST on top of the shelf price. Counting the ~10% federal excise duty already baked into the producer price, Manitoba's total effective cannabis tax is roughly 22%.
Who sells legal cannabis in Manitoba?
Manitoba uses a hybrid (public + private) retail model administered by the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MBLL). Manitoba mixes a government wholesaler / online channel with licensed private retail storefronts.
Is medical cannabis taxed in Manitoba?
Medical cannabis purchased from federally licensed sellers in Manitoba is subject to the same federal excise duty and GST/HST/PST as adult-use cannabis. Patients can, however, claim eligible expenses under the Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC) on their federal income tax return.
Does Manitoba charge GST, HST, or PST on cannabis?
Manitoba applies the 5% federal GST plus a 7% provincial sales tax on cannabis purchases. Both appear on your receipt.
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