FR Salary 2026: $83,445–$132,900 — Firefighters (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2024-08-05 · Verified 2026-04-26
FR rates of pay for all FR (Firefighters) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $83,445 to $132,900 across 6 levels. Category: Operational. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR-1 | $83,445 ~$58K net | $85,586 ~$59K net | $91,913 ~$63K net | $94,948 ~$65K net | $98,075 ~$67K net |
| FR-2 | $96,732 ~$67K net | $99,994 ~$69K net | $103,275 ~$71K net | — | — |
| FR-3 | $109,785 ~$75K net | — | — | — | — |
| FR-4 | $116,695 ~$79K net | — | — | — | — |
| FR-5 | $124,496 ~$84K net | — | — | — | — |
| FR-6 | $132,900 ~$88K 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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FR-1
$83,445 – $98,075
$3,209 – $3,772 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2024-08-05 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
FR-1 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-05 | $83,445 | $85,586 | $91,913 | $94,948 | $98,075 |
| 2023-08-05 | $81,605 | $83,699 | $89,886 | $92,854 | $95,912 |
| 2022-08-05 | $74,744 | $76,661 | $82,328 | $85,047 | $87,848 |
| 2020-08-05 | $70,271 | $72,074 | $77,401 | $79,958 | $82,590 |
FR – Firefighters
$83,445 – $132,900
$3,209 – $5,112 biweekly (before deductions)
6 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2024-08-05 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the FR Classification
The FR (Firefighters) group covers firefighters employed at federal facilities — primarily military bases, airports, and other federal installations operated by the Department of National Defence and other departments. FR firefighters protect federal infrastructure, respond to aircraft emergencies, handle hazardous materials incidents, and provide structural firefighting services at locations where municipal fire services are not available or where specialized federal response capability is required.
FR-01 through FR-03 cover firefighters from entry level through experienced operators. FR-04 and above are supervisory and officer positions — fire captains, chiefs, and district officers managing firefighting operations across federal facilities. Federal firefighters must maintain physical fitness standards and hold appropriate certifications, including NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) qualifications relevant to their specific duties.
Federal firefighting compensation includes shift premiums and overtime that can significantly increase total pay above the base salary shown in pay scales. FR firefighters at military bases often respond to aircraft crash emergencies requiring specialized ARFF (Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting) training, which is distinct from municipal structural firefighting. The FR group provides essential emergency services at remote military bases and northern facilities where no municipal fire department exists.
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FR salary — frequently asked questions
What is the FR salary range?
The FR (Firefighters) salary range is $83,445 to $132,900 per year as of 2024-08-05, across 6 levels (FR-1, FR-2, FR-3, FR-4, FR-5, FR-6). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does FR stand for in the Government of Canada?
FR is the Treasury Board classification code for Firefighters positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 6 levels (FR-1, FR-2, FR-3, FR-4, FR-5, FR-6) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a FR-1 make?
A FR-1 earns $83,445 (Step 1) to $98,075 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-08-05.
How much does a FR-2 make?
A FR-2 earns $96,732 (Step 1) to $103,275 (Step 3) per year as of 2024-08-05.
How much does a FR-3 make?
A FR-3 earns $109,785 per year as of 2024-08-05.
How much does a FR-4 make?
A FR-4 earns $116,695 per year as of 2024-08-05.
How much does a FR-5 make?
A FR-5 earns $124,496 per year as of 2024-08-05.
How much does a FR-6 make?
A FR-6 earns $132,900 per year as of 2024-08-05. FR-6 is the senior-most level in the FR group.
When was the FR pay scale last updated?
The current FR pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2024-08-05, with a total of 12 pay steps across 6 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the FR take-home pay after taxes?
FR 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 FR level and step.