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Canada GPA Calculator 2026 | Free Online Tool

Calculate your Canadian GPA on the 4.0, 4.3, 9.0, or 12.0 scale. Supports percentage marks and letter grades for universities across Canada.

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Cumulative GPA

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Canadian GPA Scales Explained

Unlike the uniform US system, Canadian universities use several entirely different GPA scales. It is crucial to select the correct scale for your specific institution.

4.0

4.0 Scale (Standard)

Used by UBC, McGill, Simon Fraser, and others. The standard North American scale, though percentage-to-letter cutoffs vary by school.

4.3

4.33 Scale

Used by University of Toronto, Dalhousie, and Concordia. Introduces an A+ grade worth 4.3 or 4.33 points, rewarding exceptional performance above an A.

9.0

9.0 Scale

Used by York University and UVic. On this unique scale, an A+ is a 9, an A is an 8, a B+ is a 7, and so forth.

12.0

12.0 Scale

Used by McMaster and Carleton. Here, an A+ is a 12, an A is an 11, an A- is a 10, and a B+ is a 9.

Frequently Asked Questions

In Canada, GPA is calculated by assigning a point value to the letter grade or percentage you receive in each course, then taking a weighted average based on course credits. The exact point scale (e.g., 4.0, 4.3, 9.0, or 12.0) depends entirely on your specific university.
On a standard 4.0 scale in Canada, a 3.0 GPA usually translates to a 'B' letter grade, which is typically between 73% and 76% depending on the institution.
At most major Canadian universities (like UofT, McGill, or UBC), an 80% translates to an A- letter grade and a 3.7 GPA on the 4.0 scale.
Yes, a 3.7 GPA (A-) is considered excellent in Canada. Because many Canadian universities fight grade inflation, achieving a 3.7 places you in a highly competitive bracket for medical school, law school, and top-tier scholarships.
You shouldn't use a strict mathematical formula. Instead, use your university's specific grading table to map your percentage directly to a GPA point value. Our Canada GPA Calculator above has these tables built-in for all major scales to automate this for you.