Canada Tip Calculator
Calculate a restaurant tip and bill total in Canada. Adjust the tip percentage for your province, split the bill between people, and see per-person totals. Covers Canadian tipping etiquette for sit-down dining.
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Calculate a restaurant tip and bill total in Canada. Standard Canadian tipping is 15-18% before tax for sit-down dining. Adjust the percentage for your province and split the bill between multiple people.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jan 1, 2025 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Mar 1, 2026.
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Canadian dining often uses a 15 to 18% range before tax for table service. Enter your preferred percent.
Canada FAQs
Is tipping mandatory in Canada?
Tipping is not legally required, but full-service restaurants expect a tip. Leaving no tip for good sit-down service is considered rude in Canadian dining culture.
How much should you tip in Canada?
15-18% before tax is standard for sit-down restaurants. 20% or more for exceptional service. For takeout, 10% or rounding up is common but optional.
Do you tip on the pre-tax or after-tax amount?
Canadian etiquette typically calculates the tip on the pre-tax bill, but many people tip on the total including tax. Either is acceptable.
How much should I tip for takeout in Canada?
For takeout, 10% or rounding up is common but entirely optional. Tipping for takeout became more prevalent during the pandemic but is not expected the same way as sit-down dining.
Do I tip on top of a service charge?
If a restaurant has already added a mandatory service charge or gratuity (common for large groups), you do not need to tip additionally. Check your bill before adding a tip.
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