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Welder salary in Canada

How much does a Welder make in Canada?

Average base salary

$32.46

The average salary for a welder is $32.46 per hour in Canada. 6k salaries reported, updated at October 29, 2026

Welder job openings in Canada

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Journeyperson Welder w/Truck (...
North American Construction Group3.4out of 5 stars.
Fort McMurray, AB
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Welder in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
 
$231,920per year
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Algonquin College
 
$229,330per year
ONEC Construction
 
$228,800per year
FLINT Corp.
 
$228,800per year
Stuart Olson
 
$225,680per year
Flint Corp
 
$220,133per year

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Highest paying cities for Welders near Canada

  1. Surrey, BC
    $36.87 per hour
  2. Langley, BC
    $36.70 per hour
  3. Calgary, AB
    $34.78 per hour
  4. Innisfail, AB
    $34.17 per hour
  5. St. Brieux, SK
    $32.17 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Welder

The average salary for a Welder is $32.46 per hour in Canada. This figure is based on 6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 29, 2026.

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Welder salaries typically range between a low of $21.47 and a high of $49.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Welder include Surrey, BC at $36.87 per hour, Langley, BC at $36.70 per hour and Calgary, AB at $34.78 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Welder include Surerus Murphy Joint Venture ($231,920 per year) and Algonquin College ($229,330 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Welder salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior Welder: Average $24.69 per hour
  • Senior Welder: Average $31.37 per hour

How much do similar professions as Welder get paid in Canada?

Junior Welder

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Average $24.69 per hour