New Brunswick Cannabis Tax Rate
25% combinedRegulator: Cannabis NB · Retail model: Government Retail · Updated for 2026
15% Added at the register (15% HST)
≈25% 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) |
| New Brunswick HST | 15% | Harmonized Sales Tax (replaces GST + PST) |
| Added at the register | 15% | Sales tax applied to the shelf price at checkout |
| Total Effective Rate | ≈25% | Register tax + the ~10% federal excise embedded in the shelf price |
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New Brunswick Cannabis Tax Notes
New Brunswick applies the 15% HST to cannabis. Cannabis NB is the sole legal retailer. Combined effective retail rate ~25%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cannabis tax rate in New Brunswick?
At the register you pay 15% HST on top of the shelf price. Counting the ~10% federal excise duty already baked into the producer price, New Brunswick's total effective cannabis tax is roughly 25%.
Who sells legal cannabis in New Brunswick?
New Brunswick uses a government retail retail model administered by the Cannabis NB. There is a single government-run retail channel — no private storefronts.
Is medical cannabis taxed in New Brunswick?
Medical cannabis purchased from federally licensed sellers in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick charge GST, HST, or PST on cannabis?
New Brunswick applies the 15% HST (harmonized sales tax) to cannabis purchases. HST replaces separate GST and PST, so you see a single rate on your receipt.
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