Caregiver salary in Canada
Based on 85 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median caregiver pay is $18 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $16.50 and $20.
Lower 25%$16.50
Median$18
Upper 25%$20
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatchewan | $16.50 | $16.50 | $16.50 | 28 |
| Alberta | $18 | $18 | $18.50 | 26 |
| Ontario | $19.75 | $20 | $20 | 15 |
| British Columbia | $20.50 | $22.50 | $23.50 | 12 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary, AB | $18.50 | $19 | $19 | 9 |
| Edmonton, AB | $18 | $18 | $18 | 8 |
| Markham, ON | $19.50 | $19.75 | $20 | 8 |
Common questions
How much does a caregiver make in Canada?
Based on 85 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median caregiver pay is $18 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $16.50 and $20.
Where do caregivers earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, British Columbia has the highest median advertised pay at $22.50 an hour.