CO Salary 2026: $69,552–$152,845 — Commerce (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2025-06-22 · Verified 2026-04-26
The CO (Commerce) group covers Commerce Officers and Trade Policy Analysts in the federal government, primarily at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Global Affairs Canada, and Finance Canada. In 2026, CO salaries range from $69,552 to $152,845 across 4 levels.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO-01 | $69,552 ~$50K net | $72,682 ~$52K net | $75,826 ~$54K net | $78,949 ~$56K net | $82,089 ~$57K net | $85,225 ~$59K net | $88,354 ~$61K net | $91,493 ~$63K net | — |
| CO-02 | $89,966 ~$62K net | $94,416 ~$65K net | $98,874 ~$68K net | $103,319 ~$71K net | $107,773 ~$73K net | $112,215 ~$76K net | $116,684 ~$79K net | $121,133 ~$82K net | $128,102 ~$86K net |
| CO-03 | $111,682 ~$76K net | $116,727 ~$79K net | $121,771 ~$82K net | $126,812 ~$85K net | $131,854 ~$88K net | $136,598 ~$90K net | $141,340 ~$92K net | — | — |
| CO-04 | $126,947 ~$85K net | $132,389 ~$88K net | $137,506 ~$90K net | $142,618 ~$93K net | $147,734 ~$96K net | $152,845 ~$98K net | — | — | — |
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CO-01
$69,552 – $91,493
$2,675 – $3,519 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2025-06-22 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
CO-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-22 | $69,552 | $72,682 | $75,826 | $78,949 | $82,089 | $85,225 | $88,354 | $91,493 |
| 2024-06-22 | $68,188 | $71,257 | $74,339 | $77,401 | $80,479 | $83,554 | $86,622 | $89,699 |
| 2023-06-22 | $66,684 | $69,685 | $72,700 | $75,694 | $78,704 | $81,712 | $84,712 | $87,721 |
| 2022-06-22 | $64,419 | $67,318 | $70,231 | $73,123 | $76,031 | $78,937 | $81,836 | $84,743 |
| 2021-06-22 | $61,472 | $64,239 | $67,018 | $69,778 | $72,553 | $75,326 | $78,093 | $80,867 |
CO – Commerce
$69,552 – $152,845
$2,675 – $5,879 biweekly (before deductions)
4 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2025-06-22 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the CO Classification
The CO (Commerce) group covers trade officers, commerce officers, and international trade specialists who promote Canadian exports, attract foreign investment, and support Canadian businesses operating internationally. CO employees work primarily at Global Affairs Canada (formerly the Trade Commissioner Service) and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. Their work involves market research, trade policy analysis, investment promotion, and direct support to Canadian exporters navigating foreign markets.
CO-01 covers entry-level commerce officers and trade analysts. CO-02 is the working-level trade commissioner — the backbone of Canada's Trade Commissioner Service at embassies and high commissions around the world. CO-03 covers senior trade commissioners, investment officers, and program managers. CO-04 and CO-05 are director-level positions overseeing trade programs for specific regions or sectors. Like the FS group, CO officers posted abroad receive Foreign Service Directives (allowances for housing, cost of living, etc.).
The CO group is represented by PIPSC. Commerce officers are distinct from Foreign Service officers (FS) in their focus on trade and commercial diplomacy rather than political affairs and consular services. Many CO positions require a background in business, economics, or international trade, and bilingualism (English/French) is typically essential. The Trade Commissioner Service is one of the most internationally-focused careers in the Canadian public service, with postings available in over 160 cities worldwide.
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CO salary — frequently asked questions
What is the CO salary range?
The CO (Commerce) salary range is $69,552 to $152,845 per year as of 2025-06-22, across 4 levels (CO-01, CO-02, CO-03, CO-04). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does CO stand for in the Government of Canada?
CO is the Treasury Board classification code for Commerce positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 4 levels (CO-01, CO-02, CO-03, CO-04) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a CO-01 make?
A CO-01 earns $69,552 (Step 1) to $91,493 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-06-22.
How much does a CO-02 make?
A CO-02 earns $89,966 (Step 1) to $128,102 (Step 9) per year as of 2025-06-22.
How much does a CO-03 make?
A CO-03 earns $111,682 (Step 1) to $141,340 (Step 7) per year as of 2025-06-22.
How much does a CO-04 make?
A CO-04 earns $126,947 (Step 1) to $152,845 (Step 6) per year as of 2025-06-22. CO-04 is the senior-most level in the CO group.
When was the CO pay scale last updated?
The current CO pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2025-06-22, with a total of 30 pay steps across 4 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the CO take-home pay after taxes?
CO take-home pay depends on your level, step, province, and pension group. Use the FedPay.ca take-home pay calculator at fedpay.ca/take-home to see your net pay after federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, EI, and Public Service Pension Plan contributions for any CO level and step.