Online Invoice Generator Canada Free (GST/HST)

GST, HST, PST, and QST on a Canadian invoice

Canada’s sales taxes are provincial. Ontario often uses a single HST line; Alberta is typically GST-only; BC may need GST + PST; Quebec commonly needs GST + QST. Start from a province-friendly featured generator, then rename or split Taxes so the PDF matches where you sell.

Put your GST/HST number or business number (BN) under From. Keep CAD as the default unless the client contract says otherwise, and spell out payment terms so AP teams can pay without emailing for account details. Walkthrough: [Canadian GST/HST invoice guide](/guides/hst-invoice-canada).

Interac e-Transfer and CAD bank details

Many Canadian freelancers get paid by Interac e-Transfer — put the email or mobile you use for e-Transfer in Notes, plus your invoice number as the security question answer or memo when the client’s bank allows it. Larger clients still prefer CAD EFT with institution/transit/account numbers on the PDF.

Show the province of supply when tax depends on it (especially for remote services). That single line reduces back-and-forth when the client’s bookkeeper asks why HST vs GST+PST appears.

Ontario HST, BC GST+PST, Quebec QST — practical splits

Ontario B2B invoices commonly show one HST line (often 13%). BC invoices frequently need GST and PST as separate lines. Quebec invoices often need GST plus QST with both registration numbers when you are registered. Featured province layouts pre-fill those patterns; always confirm current rates for your supply.

If you sell into multiple provinces, keep separate saved drafts or rename tax lines per invoice rather than inventing a single blended rate that no province uses.

Canada estimates and quotes before you bill

Use Canada Estimates or Quotes for CAD proposals with the same currency defaults, then issue an invoice when the scope is agreed. Keep proposal numbers distinct from invoice numbers for CRA-friendly records.

When tax applies only on the final invoice, leave the quote tax-free and add GST/HST/PST/QST on the bill after you confirm registration and place of supply.

Canada compliance note

This tool creates editable client PDFs. It is not CRA software and does not replace My Business Account filings or professional tax advice. Confirm current GST/HST/PST/QST rules for your province and supply type.

How to make an invoice

1. Enter your business details and your customer's billing information.
2. Add an invoice number, date, due date, and payment terms.
3. List line items with quantities, rates, tax, and discounts as needed.
4. Review the balance due and download your invoice as a free PDF.

When to use an invoice

Use invoices whenever you bill for products or services in Canada. For pricing before work starts, try our free estimate generator or quote generator.