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Surgeon Salary in Canada

Surgeons perform operations to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. The Canada median is $381,216 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$381,216
per year
Monthly (national)
$31,768
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$381,216
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$183.28
varies by city

Surgeon salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$381,216
Québec, QC$381,216
Halifax, NS$381,216
Victoria, BC$381,216
Kitchener, ON$381,216
Burnaby, BC$381,216
Longueuil, QC$381,216
Regina, SK$381,216
Toronto, ON$296,501
Ottawa, ON$268,263
Edmonton, AB$239,319
Montreal, QC$235,789

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surgeon make in Canada?
The national median surgeon salary in Canada is about $540,000 per year ($45,000 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $334,000 to $540,000.
Which Canada city pays surgeons the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $540,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays surgeons the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $334,000 per year for a surgeon.
What is the typical salary range for a surgeon in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, surgeon pay commonly spans from about $237,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $777,600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have surgeon salary data?
Pay by Role publishes surgeon pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is surgeon 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.