Saskatchewan Cannabis Tax Rate
21% combinedRegulator: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) · Retail model: Private Retail · Updated for 2026
11% Added at the register (5% GST + 6% PST)
≈21% 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 |
| Saskatchewan PST / QST | 6% | Provincial sales tax on cannabis |
| Added at the register | 11% | Sales tax applied to the shelf price at checkout |
| Total Effective Rate | ≈21% | Register tax + the ~10% federal excise embedded in the shelf price |
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Saskatchewan Cannabis Tax Notes
Saskatchewan applies the 5% federal GST plus the 6% provincial PST. SLGA licenses private retailers who source from licensed wholesalers. Combined effective retail rate ~21%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cannabis tax rate in Saskatchewan?
At the register you pay 5% GST + 6% PST on top of the shelf price. Counting the ~10% federal excise duty already baked into the producer price, Saskatchewan's total effective cannabis tax is roughly 21%.
Who sells legal cannabis in Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan uses a private retail retail model administered by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA). Licensed private retailers compete for customers, similar to how liquor retail works in Saskatchewan.
Is medical cannabis taxed in Saskatchewan?
Medical cannabis purchased from federally licensed sellers in Saskatchewan 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 Saskatchewan charge GST, HST, or PST on cannabis?
Saskatchewan applies the 5% federal GST plus a 6% provincial sales tax on cannabis purchases. Both appear on your receipt.
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