CR Salary 2026: $41,947–$85,533 — Clerical and Regulatory (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2024-06-21 · Verified 2026-04-26
The CR (Clerical and Regulatory) group covers clerks, regulatory officers, and entry-level support staff across the federal public service. In 2026, CR salaries range from $41,947 to $85,533 across 7 levels.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-01 | $41,947 ~$32K net | $42,820 ~$32K net | $43,708 ~$33K net | $44,593 ~$34K net | $45,457 ~$34K net | $46,342 ~$35K net |
| CR-02 | $45,531 ~$34K net | $46,581 ~$35K net | $47,614 ~$36K net | $48,654 ~$36K net | — | — |
| CR-03 | $51,642 ~$38K net | $52,996 ~$39K net | $54,350 ~$40K net | $55,707 ~$41K net | — | — |
| CR-04 | $57,217 ~$42K net | $58,738 ~$43K net | $60,255 ~$44K net | $61,761 ~$45K net | — | — |
| CR-05 | $62,533 ~$46K net | $64,250 ~$47K net | $65,986 ~$48K net | $67,699 ~$49K net | — | — |
| CR-06 | $71,176 ~$51K net | $73,048 ~$52K net | $74,903 ~$53K net | $76,779 ~$54K net | — | — |
| CR-07 | $78,952 ~$56K net | $81,137 ~$57K net | $83,324 ~$58K net | $85,533 ~$59K net | — | — |
Net estimates assume Ontario, no dependents, PSPP Group 2 (post-2013 hire). Use the calculator for your full situation including province, marital status, RRSP, union dues, and pension group.
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CR-01
$41,947 – $46,342
$1,613 – $1,782 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2024-06-21 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
CR-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-21 | $41,947 | $42,820 | $43,708 | $44,593 | $45,457 | $46,342 |
| 2023-06-21 | $41,022 | $41,875 | $42,744 | $43,610 | $44,455 | $45,320 |
| 2022-06-21 | $39,629 | $40,453 | $41,292 | $42,129 | $42,946 | $43,782 |
| 2021-06-21 | $37,816 | $38,603 | $39,403 | $40,202 | $40,982 | $41,779 |
| 2020-06-21 | $37,257 | $38,033 | $38,821 | $39,608 | $40,376 | $41,162 |
CR – Clerical and Regulatory
$41,947 – $85,533
$1,613 – $3,290 biweekly (before deductions)
7 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2024-06-21 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the CR Classification
The CR (Clerical and Regulatory) group is the entry-level backbone of federal administrative work. CR positions handle document processing, data entry, correspondence management, records keeping, and front-line client service. If you've received a letter from a federal department, had a form processed, or spoken to someone at a federal service counter, there's a good chance a CR employee handled part of that interaction. CR roles are found across every department but are particularly concentrated at Service Canada, CRA, IRCC, and Veterans Affairs.
CR-01 ($41,947) and CR-02 ($46,512) are the most basic administrative roles — data entry clerks, mail room staff, and file clerks. CR-03 and CR-04 are working-level clerks handling more complex correspondence and regulatory processing. CR-05 and CR-06 are senior clerks and team coordinators. CR-07 ($74,671) sits at the top of the CR scale and often involves supervisory responsibilities over a small clerical team. The seven-level span of CR reflects the enormous diversity of work that falls under the clerical umbrella.
The CR group falls under the Programme and Administrative Services (PA) collective agreement, represented by PSAC. It's one of the lowest-paid groups in the federal public service, but it's also one of the most accessible entry points — many permanent CR positions don't require post-secondary education. For employees looking to advance, the CR-to-AS or CR-to-PM reclassification pathway is common: after gaining experience at CR-04 or CR-05, employees often successfully compete for AS-01 or PM-01 positions, which come with immediate salary increases.
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CR salary — frequently asked questions
What is the CR salary range?
The CR (Clerical and Regulatory) salary range is $41,947 to $85,533 per year as of 2024-06-21, across 7 levels (CR-01, CR-02, CR-03, CR-04, CR-05, CR-06, CR-07). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does CR stand for in the Government of Canada?
CR is the Treasury Board classification code for Clerical and Regulatory positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 7 levels (CR-01, CR-02, CR-03, CR-04, CR-05, CR-06, CR-07) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a CR-01 make?
A CR-01 earns $41,947 (Step 1) to $46,342 (Step 6) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-02 make?
A CR-02 earns $45,531 (Step 1) to $48,654 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-03 make?
A CR-03 earns $51,642 (Step 1) to $55,707 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-04 make?
A CR-04 earns $57,217 (Step 1) to $61,761 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-05 make?
A CR-05 earns $62,533 (Step 1) to $67,699 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-06 make?
A CR-06 earns $71,176 (Step 1) to $76,779 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21.
How much does a CR-07 make?
A CR-07 earns $78,952 (Step 1) to $85,533 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-06-21. CR-07 is the senior-most level in the CR group.
When was the CR pay scale last updated?
The current CR pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2024-06-21, with a total of 30 pay steps across 7 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the CR take-home pay after taxes?
CR 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 CR level and step.