OP Salary 2026: $95,159–$128,149 — Occupational & Physical Therapy (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2025-10-01 · Verified 2026-04-26
OP rates of pay for all OP (Occupational & Physical Therapy) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $95,159 to $128,149 across 3 levels. Category: Health & Safety. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OP-1 | $95,159 ~$66K net | $97,621 ~$67K net | $100,155 ~$69K net | $102,697 ~$70K net | $105,236 ~$72K net | $107,769 ~$73K net | $110,313 ~$75K net | $112,855 ~$77K net |
| OP-2 | $100,973 ~$69K net | $103,648 ~$71K net | $106,420 ~$73K net | $109,190 ~$74K net | $111,968 ~$76K net | $114,737 ~$78K net | $117,511 ~$79K net | $120,292 ~$81K net |
| OP-3 | $107,234 ~$73K net | $110,133 ~$75K net | $113,138 ~$77K net | $116,142 ~$79K net | $119,138 ~$80K net | $122,141 ~$82K net | $125,147 ~$84K net | $128,149 ~$86K 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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OP-1
$95,159 – $112,855
$3,660 – $4,341 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2025-10-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
OP-1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | $95,159 | $97,621 | $100,155 | $102,697 | $105,236 | $107,769 | $110,313 | $112,855 |
| 2024-10-01 | $93,293 | $95,707 | $98,191 | $100,683 | $103,173 | $105,656 | $108,150 | $110,642 |
| 2023-10-01 | $91,235 | $93,596 | $96,025 | $98,463 | $100,898 | $103,326 | $105,765 | $108,202 |
| 2022-10-01 | $88,137 | $90,417 | $92,764 | $95,119 | $97,472 | $99,817 | $102,174 | $104,528 |
| 2021-10-01 | $84,105 | $86,281 | $88,521 | $90,768 | $93,014 | $95,251 | $97,500 | $99,747 |
OP – Occupational & Physical Therapy
$95,159 – $128,149
$3,660 – $4,929 biweekly (before deductions)
3 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2025-10-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the OP Classification
The OP (Occupational and Physical Therapy) group covers occupational therapists and physiotherapists working in the federal government. OP employees provide rehabilitation services primarily through the Canadian Armed Forces health services system and Veterans Affairs Canada. They assess and treat musculoskeletal injuries, develop rehabilitation programs for military personnel recovering from operational injuries, and support veterans transitioning to civilian life with physical disabilities.
OP positions require professional degrees in occupational therapy or physiotherapy and registration with the relevant provincial regulatory body. OP-01 covers junior therapists in supervised practice. OP-02 is the working-level clinician providing independent therapy services. OP-03 and above cover senior therapists, clinical specialists, and program managers. Military physiotherapists often specialize in treating injuries common to military service — back injuries, joint damage, blast injuries, and repetitive strain from equipment use.
Federal rehabilitation therapy offers unique clinical experiences: treating combat-related injuries, managing complex polytrauma cases at military rehabilitation centres, and supporting the physical recovery of RCMP officers injured in the line of duty. The OP group is represented by PSAC. While private-practice physiotherapy and occupational therapy typically pay more, federal OP positions offer stable caseloads, pension benefits, and the satisfaction of serving Canada's military and veteran populations.
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OP salary — frequently asked questions
What is the OP salary range?
The OP (Occupational & Physical Therapy) salary range is $95,159 to $128,149 per year as of 2025-10-01, across 3 levels (OP-1, OP-2, OP-3). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does OP stand for in the Government of Canada?
OP is the Treasury Board classification code for Occupational & Physical Therapy positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 3 levels (OP-1, OP-2, OP-3) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a OP-1 make?
A OP-1 earns $95,159 (Step 1) to $112,855 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-10-01.
How much does a OP-2 make?
A OP-2 earns $100,973 (Step 1) to $120,292 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-10-01.
How much does a OP-3 make?
A OP-3 earns $107,234 (Step 1) to $128,149 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-10-01. OP-3 is the senior-most level in the OP group.
When was the OP pay scale last updated?
The current OP pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2025-10-01, with a total of 24 pay steps across 3 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the OP take-home pay after taxes?
OP 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 OP level and step.