Nurse salary in Canada
Based on 123 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median nurse pay is $48.67 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $48.67 and $50.47.
Lower 25%$48.67
Median$48.67
Upper 25%$50.47
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | $48.67 | $48.67 | $50.47 | 90 |
| Ontario | $29.87 | $29.87 | $33 | 30 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver, BC | $48.67 | $48.67 | $50.02 | 18 |
| Sechelt, BC | $48.67 | $48.67 | $48.67 | 10 |
| Richmond, BC | $48.67 | $48.67 | $48.67 | 6 |
| Terrace, BC | $48.67 | $48.67 | $48.67 | 5 |
| Powell River, BC | $48.67 | $48.67 | $48.67 | 5 |
| Duncan, BC | $50.47 | $50.47 | $50.47 | 5 |
| Toronto, ON | $37 | $37 | $37 | 5 |
Common questions
How much does a nurse make in Canada?
Based on 123 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median nurse pay is $48.67 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $48.67 and $50.47.
Where do nurses earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, British Columbia has the highest median advertised pay at $48.67 an hour.