About the tax

The digital services tax applies at a rate of 3% on revenue earned from:

  • Certain digital services that rely on engagement, data, and content contributions of Canadian users
  • Certain sales or licensing of Canadian user data

Canadian digital services revenue is calculated on a calendar year basis and is earned from:

  • Online marketplace services
  • Online advertising services
  • Social media services
  • Certain sales of user data

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