Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from Canada to Singapore
Canada’s combined federal and provincial income tax reaches 53.5% in Ontario, while Singapore caps personal income tax at 24% with generous rebates and 0% on the first S$20,000. At a $100,000 USD income, Singapore residents pay roughly $6,100 in income tax versus $26,000 in Canada—a saving of $19,900 per year, or $1,658 per month. Singapore also levies zero capital gains tax and zero inheritance tax, making it a powerful destination for wealth-building Canadian tech workers and finance professionals.
Top Federal Rate
Federal 15–33% plus provincial 5–21%. Combined marginal rate up to ~53.5% in Ontario.
Top Personal Rate
Progressive 0–24% with generous rebates. 0% on first S$20,000. No capital gains tax. CPF mandatory savings 20% employee.
At $100,000 income:
That is $1,658/month back in your pocket!
| Income | CA Tax | SG Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $10,500 | $1,400 | $9,100 | $91,000 |
| $75,000 | $17,500 | $3,200 | $14,300 | $143,000 |
| $100,000 | $26,000 | $6,100 | $19,900 | $199,000 |
| $150,000 | $44,000 | $12,400 | $31,600 | $316,000 |
| $250,000 | $85,000 | $28,000 | $57,000 | $570,000 |
| $500,000 | $185,000 | $80,000 | $105,000 | $1,050,000 |
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Work Remotely Between Canada & Singapore →In Canada, a resident of Ontario earning $100,000 CAD (roughly $73,000 USD) pays combined federal and provincial tax of about $26,000 CAD. In Singapore, a resident earning the same USD equivalent (~S$135,000) pays roughly S$8,200 in income tax (about $6,100 USD). The Singapore resident retains dramatically more take-home pay. Singapore’s progressive structure starts at 0% on the first S$20,000 and rises gradually to 24% only above S$1,000,000.
No. Singapore does not impose capital gains tax. Gains from the sale of shares, unit trusts, and most real property are not taxed. This is a major advantage over Canada, where capital gains are subject to a 50% inclusion rate (66.67% above $250,000 as of 2025 proposals), meaning effective capital gains tax rates of 25–27% at higher income levels. For an investor with $500,000 in annual gains, the difference can exceed $100,000 in a single year.
The Employment Pass (EP) is Singapore’s main work visa for foreign professionals. To qualify, you must have a job offer from a Singapore-based company, a minimum salary of S$5,000/month (S$5,500 in financial services), and acceptable qualifications or professional experience. The employer applies on your behalf via the MOM portal. Most Canadian professionals in tech, finance, engineering, and management qualify comfortably. The EP is typically issued for 1–2 years and is renewable. After 2 years, you may be eligible to apply for Permanent Residence.
Singapore’s Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a comprehensive mandatory savings system: employees contribute 20% of salary and employers contribute 17% (37% total). Funds accumulate in accounts for retirement (Ordinary Account earns 2.5%), healthcare (MediSave), and housing purchases. Unlike Canada’s CPP (which is a shared insurance pool with maximum contributions of ~$3,800/year), CPF is your own money earning interest and accessible for housing. However, the 20% employee deduction significantly reduces monthly take-home pay, which surprises many expats used to Canadian contribution rates.