How much does a Firefighter earn in Canada?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in Canada ranges from CAD 77,465 to CAD 80,307 CAD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 304 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in Canada

Based on 304 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$77,465 - $80,307

Median salary

$77,465 - $80,307

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$60K

25th percentile$75K

Median$77K

75th percentile$80K

90th percentile$92K

50% of professionals earn between $74,622 - $80,307 CAD

The median salary is $77,465

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Firefighter

304 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in Canada is CAD 77,465 - CAD 80,307 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 78,886 per year, based on 304 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in Canada are Vancouver, Fort Mcmurray, Northeastern Alberta (fort Chipewyan), Montreal (administrative Region), Calgary. Vancouver leads with 18 job openings.

Explore 304 Firefighter job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.