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How much does a Paramedic make in Canada?

Paramedic in Canada – $53,165 to $101,920 annually.

Average base salary
$38.00 /hour
Pays above Canada Average Weekly : $1,520 Monthly : $6,587 Yearly : $79,040

Salary & tax breakdown
Average cost of living
$4,056 /month
for a single person who rents in Canada

Cost of living breakdown
Last Updated: November 19, 2025

What does a Paramedic do?

As a Paramedic, you’ll be a vital lifeline, providing critical care and comfort to those in urgent need. Your role is to deliver pre-hospital emergency medical care, stabilizing patients with injuries or illnesses and ensuring their safe transport to medical facilities. Whether you're working with ambulance services, hospitals, or fire departments, your expertise will make a real difference in people's lives. This career path can also lead to supervisory roles, offering opportunities for growth and leadership in various sectors.

Related Skills:

Documentation and Record Keeping Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Equipment Maintenance Collaboration Emergency Medical Care

Core Skills

Documentation and Record Keeping Emergency Medical Care Patient Assessment Triage Skills

Technical Skills

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Emergency Vehicle Operation Intravenous Therapy Medication Administration

Resource Management

Equipment Maintenance

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration Supervision and Training
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20,000 Canadian salary reported, updated November 19, 2025 (data source: open.canada.ca).