Airbnb Highlights the Significant Tax Contribution of Canadian Hosts Amid Proposed Restrictions

Over $328 million in taxes were remitted in 2024, confirming the key economic role of short-term rentals in Canada.

As several municipalities consider tightening rules around short-term rentals, Airbnb is highlighting the fiscal impact of its operations across the country. In 2024, the platform remitted more than $328 million in taxes in Canada, including approximately $18 million in Quebec, according to its own data.

👉 Read Airbnb's official release.

A Major Fiscal Contribution

Of the total amount, approximately $196 million came from federal and provincial sales taxes (GST, HST, and QST) collected on reservations. Since 2014, Airbnb reports having remitted more than $13.5 billion USD in taxes globally, underscoring its growing role as a tax contributor.

These funds are essential for financing public infrastructure, community programs, and tourism promotion. In Quebec, a portion of the taxes collected is reinvested in initiatives such as the development of tourism in the regions.

Supporting Communities Without Hotels

Airbnb notes that nearly half of its listings in Canada are located in areas without hotels, allowing many rural or remote communities to benefit from tourism by attracting visitors and generating economic activity for local businesses and services.

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A Call for Balanced Regulation

Airbnb maintains that a balanced approach is preferable to broad bans. The company is urging governments to acknowledge the significant tax contribution of short-term rentals and to adopt fair and proportionate regulations that support responsible hosts and local economies.

This debate comes as Montreal is already enforcing stricter rules for short-term rentals, including mandatory active licensing and enhanced enforcement measures.