Originally Posted by
zkzkz
Basically the same though maybe not so extravagant as major US cities where the "expected" tip seems to be creeping upwards every year. 15% for food service, at the bar, or any other personalized service. In some provinces the sales tax works out to about 15% so tipping whatever the tax was is convenient. Not sure about BC.
Same in BC - Around 15% for good service.