Your hotel bill will include a mandatory MAT.
This tax is not typically reflected in the price on display, but rather is applied at point of purchase. There is a mandatory Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) of 13% that is added to most purchases of taxable goods and services within the Province of Ontario. TAXES AND SERVICE FEES Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) Credit card companies can decline purchases made in foreign destinations as a safety measure, if they are not made aware of travel ahead of time. Both of the casinos in Niagara Falls also offer currency exchange with rates comparable to banks.īefore leaving, international travellers should check with their bank, to ensure they are aware you will be travelling out of country. You can find these centres conveniently located on all international bridges as you enter the country, as well as throughout the city. Currency Exchange Centres are usually open longer hours, seven days a week, with fees as low as $1.00. Most banks are open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday with fees between $3.00 and $6.00 for non-client transactions.
