Compare taxes and see how much you save moving from Ontario to Saskatchewan
Ontario residents pay significantly less provincial income tax than Saskatchewan residents at every income level. At $100,000, Ontario saves $4,418 per year on provincial income tax alone — Ontario's progressive structure starting at 5.05% versus Saskatchewan's 10.5% bottom rate creates a persistent gap at all incomes. Saskatchewan offers a modest sales tax advantage: its 11% combined rate (5% GST + 6% PST) is two percentage points lower than Ontario's 13% HST, saving roughly $800/year on $40,000 of spending. But this doesn't come close to offsetting the income tax difference. For those considering an east-to-west relocation, Saskatchewan's appeal is primarily lifestyle-driven: affordable housing, a slower pace, and a strong sense of prairie community.
Lower Income Tax
5 progressive brackets from 5.05% to 13.16%
Higher Income Tax, Slightly Lower Sales Tax
3 progressive brackets from 10.5% to 14.5%
At $100,000 income:
Ontario residents pay $4,418 less per year in provincial income tax than Saskatchewan at $100,000. Saskatchewan's 11% sales tax is slightly lower than Ontario's 13% HST.
| Income | ON Tax | SK Tax | Savings | 10-Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,525 | $5,250 | -$2,725 | -$27,250 |
| $75,000 | $4,753 | $8,334 | -$3,581 | -$35,810 |
| $100,000 | $7,041 | $11,459 | -$4,418 | -$44,180 |
| $150,000 | $12,563 | $17,735 | -$5,172 | -$51,720 |
| $250,000 | $25,023 | $32,235 | -$7,212 | -$72,120 |
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Send Money To/From Canada →Ontario is significantly cheaper on provincial income tax at every income level. At $100,000, Ontario saves $4,418/year. Saskatchewan has a small sales tax advantage (11% vs 13%), saving roughly $800/year on $40,000 spending — but this is far outweighed by the income tax difference.
Saskatchewan 2026 provincial brackets: 10.5% on income up to $52,057; 12.5% from $52,057 to $148,734; 14.5% on income above $148,734. Source: Saskatchewan Finance.
Saskatchewan has dramatically lower housing costs. The median home price in Regina and Saskatoon is typically $300,000–$450,000, versus $1,000,000+ in Toronto. For families willing to accept a smaller job market, Saskatchewan's lower housing costs can offset much of the tax disadvantage.
Tax reasons alone would not justify a move from Ontario to Saskatchewan, as income tax is substantially higher there. People relocate for family reasons, a desire for a slower-paced prairie lifestyle, the ability to afford a home, or career opportunities in agriculture, mining, or the provincial government sector.
Saskatchewan uses a split system: 5% federal GST plus 6% provincial PST, totalling 11%. Unlike Atlantic provinces or Ontario, which have a harmonized HST, Saskatchewan collects its PST separately. Not all goods are subject to PST — some exemptions apply.
Among Prairie provinces, Alberta is the clear winner with lower income tax AND no PST. Saskatchewan sits in the middle: higher income tax than Alberta and a 6% PST, but lower overall taxes than Manitoba. See our Alberta vs Saskatchewan comparison for that specific breakdown.
At $100,000 income with $40,000 annual spending: Ontario pays $4,418 less in income tax, but Saskatchewan pays $800 less in sales tax (11% vs 13%). Net advantage to Ontario: approximately $3,618/year in total provincial tax burden.