Pharmacy Assistant salary in Canada
Based on 134 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median pharmacy assistant pay is $20.35 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $20.17 and $23.29.
Lower 25%$20.17
Median$20.35
Upper 25%$23.29
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $20.25 | $20.35 | $21 | 67 |
| British Columbia | $20.17 | $21.05 | $23.29 | 36 |
| Alberta | $20.35 | $20.35 | $20.35 | 18 |
| Nova Scotia | $23.29 | $23.29 | $24 | 5 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary, AB | $20 | $20.35 | $20.35 | 9 |
| Oakville, ON | $19.25 | $20.50 | $21 | 8 |
| Edmonton, AB | $20.35 | $20.35 | $20.35 | 7 |
| Victoria, BC | $20.95 | $23.29 | $30.44 | 6 |
| Vancouver, BC | $20.17 | $20.17 | $22.67 | 6 |
| Mississauga, ON | $20.35 | $21 | $22.25 | 5 |
Common questions
How much does a pharmacy assistant make in Canada?
Based on 134 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median pharmacy assistant pay is $20.35 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $20.17 and $23.29.
Where do pharmacy assistants earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, Nova Scotia has the highest median advertised pay at $23.29 an hour.