How much does a Biologist earn in Canada?

The estimated salary for Biologist in Canada ranges from CAD 80,000 to CAD 115,000 CAD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,508 job listings

Salary Guide

Biologist Salary in Canada

Based on 1,508 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$80,000 - $115,000

Median salary

$80,000 - $115,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$59K

25th percentile$73K

Median$80K

75th percentile$115K

90th percentile$132K

50% of professionals earn between $73,400 - $115,000 CAD

The median salary is $80,000

Top cities

Edmonton152 job openings

Calgary122 job openings

Vancouver122 job openings

Toronto71 job openings

Langley66 job openings

Winnipeg53 job openings

Mississauga46 job openings

Whitehorse36 job openings

Montréal24 job openings

Saskatoon24 job openings

Top companies hiring

Keystone Environmental1

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Biologist

1,508 job openings

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The average salary for a Biologist in Canada is CAD 80,000 - CAD 115,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 97,500 per year, based on 1,508 active job listings.

The cities with the most Biologist job opportunities in Canada are Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, Langley. Edmonton leads with 152 job openings.

Leading employers for Biologist roles in Canada include Keystone Environmental.

Explore 1,508 Biologist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.