Tipping in Canada
ExpectedRestaurants: 15–20%Currency: CAD
Tipping in Canada is close to US norms: 15–20% at restaurants, bars and taxis. Servers generally earn at least the provincial minimum wage, but tips are still expected. Many card terminals calculate on the total after GST/HST.
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18
Within the 15–20% range in Canada.
How much to tip in Canada, by service
| Service | Custom |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | 15–20% |
| Bar | $1–2 per drink or 15% |
| Taxi / rideshare | 10–15% |
| Hairdresser | 15–20% |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2–5 per night |
| Food delivery | 10–15% |
Local know-how
- Card terminal presets often apply to the after-tax total. Choose "custom" to tip on the pre-tax amount if you prefer.
- In Quebec, tipping is 15% on the pre-tax amount by tradition.
Questions people ask
Is tipping in Canada the same as the US?
Very similar. 15–20% at restaurants is standard; 18% is a common middle.
Do you tip on tax in Canada?
Etiquette says tip on the pre-tax amount, though terminals often default to post-tax.