▲34%
C$147,967
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$79k
MEDIAN
CA$148k
90%
CA$206k
The average salary for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is C$147,967 in 2025
Base Salary
C$79k - C$206k
Bonus
C$31k - C$64k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$48k
Total Pay
C$79k - C$282k
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Medical
75%
Dental
69%
Vision
50%
None
19%
Gender Breakdown for Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s
Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
This data is based on 10 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s
What is the highest pay for Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is CA$206k / year
What is the lowest pay for Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is CA$79k / year
How can Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) that oversees more junior Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.