How much does a Biologist earn in Canada?

The estimated salary for Biologist in Canada ranges from CAD 84,700 to CAD 110,000 CAD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 2,583 job listings

Salary Guide

Biologist Salary in Canada

Based on 2,583 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$84,700 - $110,000

Median salary

$84,700 - $110,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$59K

25th percentile$73K

Median$85K

75th percentile$110K

90th percentile$127K

50% of professionals earn between $73,400 - $110,000 CAD

The median salary is $84,700

Top cities

Calgary263 job openings

Edmonton259 job openings

Winnipeg145 job openings

Toronto142 job openings

Vancouver122 job openings

Saskatoon49 job openings

Langley44 job openings

Whitehorse40 job openings

Ottawa29 job openings

Montréal28 job openings

Burnaby27 job openings

Guelph21 job openings

Mississauga20 job openings

Regina20 job openings

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Biologist

2,583 job openings

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The average salary for a Biologist in Canada is CAD 84,700 - CAD 110,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 97,350 per year, based on 2,583 active job listings.

The cities with the most Biologist job opportunities in Canada are Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Vancouver. Calgary leads with 263 job openings.

Explore 2,583 Biologist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.