How much does a Ship Captain earn in Canada?

The estimated salary for Ship Captain in Canada ranges from CAD 86,900 to CAD 125,000 CAD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 34 job listings

How much does a Ship Captain earn in Canada?

The average salary for a Ship Captain in Canada is CAD 96,400 - CAD 115,450 per year.

Salary Guide

Ship Captain Salary in Canada

Based on 34 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$86,900 - $125,000

Median salary

$96,400 - $115,450

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$74K

25th percentile$87K

Median$103K

75th percentile$125K

90th percentile$146K

50% of professionals earn between $86,900 - $125,000 CAD

The median salary is $102,800

Top cities

Top companies hiring

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Ship Captain

34 job openings

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The average salary for a Ship Captain in Canada is CAD 86,900 - CAD 125,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 105,925 per year, based on 34 active job listings.

The cities with the most Ship Captain job opportunities in Canada are Vancouver, Cambridge, Dorval, Mississauga. Vancouver leads with 9 job openings.

Leading employers for Ship Captain roles in Canada include Aplin.

Explore 34 Ship Captain job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.