How We Extract Canadian Taxes from Invoices
Simple, accurate extraction of GST, HST, PST, and QST amounts
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📌 At a Glance
- What: AI-powered extraction of Canadian tax amounts from PDF invoices
- Taxes Extracted: GST, HST, PST, and QST as shown on invoices
- Output: CSV file with separate columns for each tax type
- Accuracy: High accuracy on clearly formatted Canadian invoices
What Tax Information We Extract
PDF Invoice Reader identifies and extracts tax amounts as they appear on your invoices:
🍁 GST (Goods and Services Tax)
5% federal tax applied across Canada. We extract the GST amount shown on invoices.
🏛️ HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)
Combined federal and provincial tax (13-15%) used in ON, NS, NB, NL, and PEI.
🏔️ PST (Provincial Sales Tax)
Provincial tax rates varying by province. We extract PST amounts when shown separately.
⚜️ QST (Quebec Sales Tax)
Quebec's provincial tax (9.975%). Extracted when processing Quebec invoices.
How Tax Extraction Works
Our process is simple and straightforward:
Upload Your Invoice
Upload PDF invoices through our web interface. Batch upload multiple files at once.
AI Reads the Invoice
Our AI scans the invoice and identifies tax amounts as they're displayed on the document.
Extract Tax Amounts
GST, HST, PST, and QST amounts are extracted exactly as shown on the invoice.
Export to CSV
Download a CSV file with separate columns for each tax type, ready for your accounting software.
Canadian Tax Rates Reference
Current tax rates by province/territory (for reference only - we extract amounts as shown on invoices):
| Province/Territory | Tax Type | Combined Rate | Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | HST | 13% | 13% HST |
| British Columbia | GST + PST | 12% | 5% GST + 7% PST |
| Alberta | GST only | 5% | 5% GST |
| Quebec | GST + QST | 14.975% | 5% GST + 9.975% QST |
| Nova Scotia | HST | 15% | 15% HST |
| New Brunswick | HST | 15% | 15% HST |
| Manitoba | GST + PST | 12% | 5% GST + 7% PST |
| Saskatchewan | GST + PST | 11% | 5% GST + 6% PST |
| Prince Edward Island | HST | 15% | 15% HST |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | HST | 15% | 15% HST |
| Northwest Territories | GST only | 5% | 5% GST |
| Nunavut | GST only | 5% | 5% GST |
| Yukon | GST only | 5% | 5% GST |
What You Get in Your CSV Export
Your exported CSV file includes dedicated columns for Canadian taxes:
📊 Standard Fields
- Invoice Number
- Invoice Date
- Vendor Name
- Subtotal Amount
- Total Amount
🍁 Tax Columns
- GST Amount
- HST Amount
- PST Amount
- QST Amount (if applicable)
- State Tax (for US invoices)
The CSV format is compatible with Excel, Google Sheets, and most accounting software that accepts CSV imports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the reader calculate taxes?
No. We extract tax amounts exactly as they appear on the invoice. We don't calculate or verify tax amounts.
What if taxes aren't shown separately?
If taxes are included in the total but not itemized, we cannot extract them separately. We only extract visible tax amounts.
Can it handle Quebec invoices?
Yes! We extract QST amounts when shown on Quebec invoices, along with GST if applicable.
What about mixed tax rates?
We extract the tax totals as shown on the invoice. If different items have different rates, we extract the combined totals.
How accurate is the extraction?
Our AI achieves high accuracy on well-formatted invoices with clearly displayed tax amounts.
Can I edit extracted amounts?
Yes! Review and edit any extracted data before exporting to ensure accuracy.
Why Accurate Tax Extraction Matters
⏱️ Save Time
No more manual data entry of tax amounts. Extract hundreds of invoices in minutes.
🎯 Reduce Errors
Eliminate typos and calculation mistakes from manual entry.
📈 Better Records
Maintain organized tax records for accounting and filing purposes.
💼 Easy Integration
CSV export works with any accounting software that accepts imports.
Start Extracting Tax Data Today
Simple, accurate extraction of Canadian tax amounts from your invoices
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