▲4%
C$53,746
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$44k
MEDIAN
CA$54k
90%
CA$69k
The average salary for a Communications Officer is C$53,746 in 2025
Base Salary
C$44k - C$69k
Bonus
C$0 - C$3k
Total Pay
C$39k - C$67k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Communications Officers?
▲2%
What Do Communications Officers Do?
Communications Officer Tasks
- Receive, coordinate and direct radio, telephone and other communications; dispatch appropriate emergency and non-emergency responders.
- Enters communications information into computer database or log; updates all information as new information is received.
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Common Health Benefits for a Communications Officer
Medical
60%
Dental
60%
Vision
43%
None
40%
Gender Breakdown for Communications Officers
Female
61.1%
Male
38.9%
This data is based on 18 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Communications Officers
What is the highest pay for Communications Officers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Communications Officer is CA$69k / year
What is the lowest pay for Communications Officers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Communications Officer is CA$44k / year
How can Communications Officers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Communications Officer 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 Communications Officer that oversees more junior Communications Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.