Federal tax is the same everywhere in Canada, so the difference in your paycheque comes from provincial tax (and, in Quebec, QPP and QPIP). On a $100,000 salary the gap between the best and worst province is $7,787 a year in 2026.
Ranking by take-home pay
| Province / territory | $50,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 | $150,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | $41,363 | $58,819 | $76,654 | $110,408 |
| British Columbia | $40,574 | $57,711 | $75,373 | $107,377 |
| Northwest Territories | $40,768 | $57,763 | $75,204 | $107,361 |
| Yukon | $40,611 | $57,655 | $74,998 | $107,893 |
| Alberta | $40,541 | $57,362 | $74,459 | $107,458 |
| Ontario | $40,145 | $56,926 | $74,206 | $104,320 |
| Saskatchewan | $39,699 | $55,806 | $72,288 | $104,037 |
| Manitoba | $39,086 | $55,035 | $71,456 | $100,863 |
| New Brunswick | $39,354 | $55,102 | $71,215 | $101,330 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $39,086 | $54,571 | $70,437 | $100,537 |
| Prince Edward Island | $38,829 | $54,316 | $69,789 | $98,973 |
| Quebec | $38,621 | $53,689 | $69,310 | $97,477 |
| Nova Scotia | $38,260 | $53,423 | $68,867 | $98,117 |
Why the provinces differ
- Basic personal amounts vary from $11,188 (Newfoundland and Labrador) to $22,769 (Alberta). A higher amount means more tax-free income.
- Bracket rates. Nunavut starts at 4% and BC at 5.6%, while Manitoba starts at 10.8% and Saskatchewan at 10.5%.
- Extras. Ontario adds a surtax and the Health Premium. BC gives low earners a tax reduction.
- Quebec has its own tax system, and federal tax is cut by a 16.5% abatement to compensate.
Frequently asked questions
Which province has the lowest income tax?
At $100,000, Nunavut leaves the most take-home pay ($76,654) in 2026.
Which province has the highest income tax?
Nova Scotia at $100,000, where take-home is $68,867.
Does my province depend on where I work?
No. It depends on the province you live in on December 31 of the tax year.
