CX Salary 2026: $77,510–$111,905 — Correctional Services (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2025-06-01 · Verified 2026-04-26
CX rates of pay for all CX (Correctional Services) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $77,510 to $111,905 across 3 levels. Category: Law & Regulation. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-1 | $77,510 ~$55K net | $82,027 ~$57K net | $86,811 ~$60K net | $91,886 ~$63K net | $97,266 ~$67K net |
| CX-2 | $82,122 ~$57K net | $86,915 ~$60K net | $91,991 ~$64K net | $97,373 ~$67K net | $103,079 ~$71K net |
| CX-3 | $89,108 ~$62K net | $94,317 ~$65K net | $99,840 ~$68K net | $105,699 ~$72K net | $111,905 ~$76K 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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CX-1
$77,510 – $97,266
$2,981 – $3,741 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2025-06-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
CX-1 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-01 | $77,510 | $82,027 | $86,811 | $91,886 | $97,266 |
| 2024-06-01 | $75,990 | $80,419 | $85,109 | $90,084 | $95,359 |
| 2023-06-01 | $74,314 | $78,645 | $83,232 | $88,097 | $93,256 |
| 2022-06-01 | $70,184 | $74,275 | $78,607 | $83,201 | $88,074 |
| 2021-06-01 | $66,974 | $70,877 | $75,012 | $79,395 | $84,045 |
CX – Correctional Services
$77,510 – $111,905
$2,981 – $4,304 biweekly (before deductions)
3 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2025-06-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the CX Classification
The CX (Correctional Services) group covers correctional officers working in federal penitentiaries operated by the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC). CX officers are responsible for the custody, control, and supervision of federal offenders serving sentences of two years or more. This includes managing institutional security, conducting cell searches, escorting inmates, responding to emergencies, and supporting rehabilitation programming. CX is one of the most physically demanding and operationally intense classifications in the federal public service.
CX-01 is a correctional officer in training or on probation. CX-02 is the full working-level correctional officer — the most common rank in federal institutions. CX-03 covers senior correctional officers with specialized responsibilities. CX-04 and CX-05 are supervisory roles: unit managers, security managers, and assistant wardens at various security levels. CX compensation includes significant premiums for shift work, weekend duty, and hazardous conditions — these can add $10,000–$20,000 annually above base salary.
The CX group is represented by the Union of Canadian Correctional Officers (UCCO-SACC-CSN). Working conditions are among the most challenging in government: 12-hour rotating shifts, constant exposure to high-risk situations, and the psychological demands of working in a correctional environment. Despite these challenges, CX positions offer strong job security, a defined-benefit pension, and competitive total compensation when premiums are factored in. Recruitment typically requires a post-secondary diploma in criminology, social work, or a related field, plus successful completion of the Correctional Training Program.
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CX salary — frequently asked questions
What is the CX salary range?
The CX (Correctional Services) salary range is $77,510 to $111,905 per year as of 2025-06-01, across 3 levels (CX-1, CX-2, CX-3). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does CX stand for in the Government of Canada?
CX is the Treasury Board classification code for Correctional Services positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 3 levels (CX-1, CX-2, CX-3) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a CX-1 make?
A CX-1 earns $77,510 (Step 1) to $97,266 (Step 5) per year as of 2025-06-01.
How much does a CX-2 make?
A CX-2 earns $82,122 (Step 1) to $103,079 (Step 5) per year as of 2025-06-01.
How much does a CX-3 make?
A CX-3 earns $89,108 (Step 1) to $111,905 (Step 5) per year as of 2025-06-01. CX-3 is the senior-most level in the CX group.
When was the CX pay scale last updated?
The current CX pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2025-06-01, with a total of 15 pay steps across 3 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the CX take-home pay after taxes?
CX 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 CX level and step.