How to Reverse Calculate Ontario Sales Tax
To back out the 13% sales tax from any Ontario receipt or invoice, use the standard algebraic reverse formula:
For a total of $100.00 CAD:
- Total Paid: $100.00 CAD
- Pre-Tax Base: $100.00 ÷ 1.1300 = $88.50 CAD
- Total Tax Owed: $100.00 - $88.50 = $11.50 CAD
Breakdown: HST Component (100% of tax): $11.50 CAD
