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Veterinarian Salary in Canada

Veterinarians diagnose and treat the health conditions of animals. The Canada median is $148,251 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$148,251
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,354
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$148,251
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$71.27
varies by city

Veterinarian salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$148,251
Québec, QC$148,251
Halifax, NS$148,251
Victoria, BC$148,251
Kitchener, ON$148,251
Burnaby, BC$148,251
Longueuil, QC$148,251
Regina, SK$148,251
Toronto, ON$114,365
Ottawa, ON$101,658
Edmonton, AB$94,598
Montreal, QC$92,480

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a veterinarian make in Canada?
The national median veterinarian salary in Canada is about $210,000 per year ($17,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $131,000 to $210,000.
Which Canada city pays veterinarians the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $210,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays veterinarians the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $131,000 per year for a veterinarian.
What is the typical salary range for a veterinarian in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, veterinarian pay commonly spans from about $93,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $286,200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have veterinarian salary data?
Pay by Role publishes veterinarian pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is veterinarian in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +19% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.