The Mega Deduction in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan corporations pay a combined 10.0% on small business income (federal 9% + provincial 1%) and 27.0% at the general rate (15% + 12%). Every dollar deducted in year one under the Mega Deduction reduces tax by that percentage.
Saskatchewan's small business limit is $600,000, higher than the federal $500,000, and its general rate is 12%.
Calculate a purchase in Saskatchewan
Tax reduction on a $100,000 purchase, by asset class
| Asset | Class | Old year-one deduction | Tax reduction, small business | Tax reduction, general |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer equipment | 50 | $27,500 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Software | 12 / 10 | $50,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Manufacturing and processing equipment | 43 / 53 | $15,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| General equipment, tools and furniture | 8 | $10,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Commercial vehicles (vans, pickups, work trucks) | 10 | $15,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Heavy trucks and tractors | 16 | $20,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Zero-emission vehicles | 54 / 55 | $15,000 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
| Patents, licences and acquired IP | 44 | $12,500 | $10,000 | $27,000 |
Does Saskatchewan follow the federal Mega Deduction?
Follows the federal rule Saskatchewan calculates corporate income tax on the same taxable income as the federal return. If the federal measure is enacted as drafted, Saskatchewan corporations would get the same 100% first-year deduction for provincial purposes. A province can legislate an exception, and we found no Saskatchewan announcement of one.
Who collects Saskatchewan corporate tax?
The Canada Revenue Agency collects Saskatchewan corporate income tax on the same T2 return as federal tax.
Has Saskatchewan said anything about this measure?
No statement on this measure was found in official sources.
Sole proprietors and partners
Saskatchewan personal income tax is calculated on federal taxable income, so the same result applies to sole proprietors and partners. The federal draft limits a non-corporate taxpayer to the income from the business or property source the asset is used in, so the deduction cannot create or deepen a loss.
Sources: Saskatchewan corporation income tax · CRA: provincial and territorial corporation tax. The federal measure: Department of Finance announcement · Draft legislative proposals. The Mega Deduction is draft legislation announced 15 September 2026; none of this applies until it is enacted.
What sales tax does to your deductible cost in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan charges GST 5% + PST 6%. The federal GST is recoverable through input tax credits and stays out of the capital cost, but the provincial tax generally is not. That non-recoverable tax becomes part of what the asset cost you, so it is deductible along with the asset.
| On a $100,000 purchase | Amount |
|---|---|
| Price before tax | $100,000 |
| Provincial tax at 6%, not recoverable | $6,000 |
| Capital cost you can deduct | $106,000 |
Saskatchewan PST is generally not recoverable, so it forms part of the capital cost and is deductible with the asset. Some farm and manufacturing equipment is exempt; check before assuming the tax applies. Enter the tax-inclusive figure in the calculator to see the full deduction, not the sticker price.
All asset types in Saskatchewan
- Computer equipment
- Software
- Manufacturing and processing equipment
- General equipment, tools and furniture
- Commercial vehicles (vans, pickups, work trucks)
- Heavy trucks and tractors
- Zero-emission vehicles
- Patents, licences and acquired IP
- Clean energy and energy conservation equipment
- Data network infrastructure
- Farm machinery
- Construction and contractor equipment
- Medical and dental equipment
- Restaurant and hospitality equipment
- Media production equipment
- Aircraft
- Buildings and additions
- Goodwill, franchises and licences (Class 14.1)
- Passenger vehicles (Class 10.1)
- Qualified liquefaction equipment
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