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Pharmacist Salary in Canada

Pharmacists dispense medication and advise patients and providers on safe, effective use. The Canada median is $179,313 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$179,313
per year
Monthly (national)
$14,966
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$179,313
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$86.21
varies by city

Pharmacist salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$179,313
Québec, QC$179,313
Halifax, NS$179,313
Victoria, BC$179,313
Kitchener, ON$179,313
Burnaby, BC$179,313
Longueuil, QC$179,313
Regina, SK$179,313
Toronto, ON$135,543
Ottawa, ON$124,954
Edmonton, AB$117,895
Montreal, QC$115,071

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a pharmacist make in Canada?
The national median pharmacist salary in Canada is about $254,000 per year ($21,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $163,000 to $254,000.
Which Canada city pays pharmacists the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $254,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays pharmacists the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $163,000 per year for a pharmacist.
What is the typical salary range for a pharmacist in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, pharmacist pay commonly spans from about $116,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $323,900 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have pharmacist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes pharmacist pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is pharmacist in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.