Military pay
Improvements to compensation and benefits for the Canadian Armed Forces
On August 8, 2025, the Government of Canada announced improvements to compensation and benefits for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, to be rolled out over the subsequent 12 months. CAF members can follow the implementation by visiting the Improvements to compensation and benefits webpage.
Pay rates for all ranks, occupations, and types of service in the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Canadian Navy, and Special Forces.
Regular Force pay by rank
Pay rates for full-time Regular Force and Reserve Class C service. Includes privates, corporals, sergeants, captains, and senior officers.
Reserve Force pay by rank
Pay rates for part-time Reserve Class A and Class B service. Includes privates, corporals, sergeants, captains, and senior officers.
Specialist pay for non-commissioned members
Pay rates for Regular and Reserve Force members who practice in a specific field.
Understanding military pay
Trade groups and factors that determine pay for all ranks and occupations in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Pay Statements / T4s
How to access and understand your pay statements and tax slips through the CAF C&B mobile app and the Employee Member Access Application (EMAA).
Canadian Forces severance pay
Severance pay is calculated based on your years of eligible service.
Previous military pay rates
Previous daily and monthly pay scales for the Canadian Armed Forces, starting as early as October 1970.
Improvements to compensation and benefits
Updates on the improvements to compensation and benefits for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members will appear on this webpage as they become available.