Plain-language definition
Taxes are government-required amounts added to eligible charges on a bill.
Why it appears on a bill
They appear because providers must collect applicable federal, provincial, state, municipal, or other taxes based on the service and location.
What to check
- Confirm the tax rate shown or implied on the bill.
- Check which charges were taxed.
- Compare tax amounts with previous statements.
- Ask for clarification if taxes are applied to an unexpected item.