Manitoba introduces bill to remove PST from groceries starting July 1
Posted May 7, 2026 3:05 pm.
Last Updated May 7, 2026 3:52 pm.
The Manitoba government has introduced a budget implementation bill that would remove the provincial sales tax from groceries.
The passage of Budget Implementation and Tax Statutes Amendment Act (BITSA) would remove the PST from all groceries starting July 1.
It applies to all food items and non-alcoholic beverages sold at grocery stores.
“We want to make this happen by July 1 so Manitobans can start benefitting from the PST removal as soon as possible,” said Finance Minister Adrien Sala. “Our government is focused on lowering costs and removing the PST from groceries is a practical step that will put money back in the pockets of Manitobans every time they shop.”
The province says it could not have implemented a PST reduction without the legislative assembly passing legislation.
“Manitobans are expecting action on affordability now,” said Sala. “These savings are tied directly to this legislation and the passage of this bill will mean Manitobans start feeling that relief on July 1.”
