Shopify Fees in Canada — Full Cost Breakdown
As a Canadian company, Shopify's headquarters are in Ottawa — yet Canadian merchants still pay transaction fees unless using Shopify Payments. Here's what Shopify actually costs for Canadian sellers in 2025.
💡 Canadian merchants: Shopify Payments is available in Canada and accepts CAD. Enabling it removes transaction fees.
Shopify Fee Rate by Plan
| Plan | Monthly | Transaction Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $39 | 2% (0% with SP) | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Shopify | $105 | 1% (0% with SP) | 2.6% + 30¢ |
| Advanced | $399 | 0.5% (0% with SP) | 2.4% + 30¢ |
| Plus | $2,300+ | 0.15% (0% with SP) | 2.15% + 30¢ |
SP = Shopify Payments. Enabling Shopify Payments waives the transaction fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shopify cost in Canada?
Shopify charges in USD globally. At current exchange rates, Basic ($39 USD/month) is roughly $53–55 CAD/month. Shopify offers CAD billing for some Canadian merchants — check your account settings. GST/HST is added to your subscription.
Is Shopify Payments available in Canada?
Yes. Shopify Payments processes CAD and major credit cards. Enabling it eliminates the 2%/1%/0.5% transaction fee. Canadian Shopify Payments rates vary by plan — typically 2.9% + 30¢ on Basic.
Does Shopify collect GST/HST from Canadian merchants?
Yes. Shopify adds GST/HST to your monthly subscription fee based on your province. This is reclaimable as input tax if you're GST/HST registered. Your product sales tax obligations depend on your revenue and where your customers are located.
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