Current tobacco tax rates in the Yukon
As of January 1, 2024:
- Cigarettes: $0.35 per cigarette.
- Other tobacco: $0.35 per gram.
- Cigars: 130% of taxable price per cigar. (The taxable price per cigar is 130% of manufacturer's or importer's selling price.)
Last updated January 2, 2024.
Legislated calculations determine if a rate increase is necessary for the year.
2023 tobacco tax rates in the Yukon
- Cigarettes: $0.32 per cigarette.
- Other tobacco: $0.32 per gram.
- Cigars: 130% of taxable price per cigar. (The taxable price per cigar is 130% of manufacturer's or importer's selling price.)
Historical tax rates
- Read Yukon historical tax rates including tobacco tax rates.
Contact
If you have questions, email yk.taxreturns@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-5345 or toll free in the Yukon 1-800-661-0408 and ask for Tax Administration.