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Welder Salary in Canada

Welders join metal parts using heat for construction, manufacturing, and repair. The Canada median is $71,301 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$71,301
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,930
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$71,301
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$34.28
varies by city

Welder salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$71,301
Québec, QC$71,301
Halifax, NS$71,301
Victoria, BC$71,301
Kitchener, ON$71,301
Burnaby, BC$71,301
Longueuil, QC$71,301
Regina, SK$71,301
Toronto, ON$53,158
Ottawa, ON$51,817
Edmonton, AB$46,240
Montreal, QC$46,028

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a welder make in Canada?
The national median welder salary in Canada is about $101,000 per year ($8,400 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $65,200 to $101,000.
Which Canada city pays welders the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $101,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays welders the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $65,200 per year for a welder.
What is the typical salary range for a welder in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, welder pay commonly spans from about $46,100 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $136,600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have welder salary data?
Pay by Role publishes welder pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is welder in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter.