Salary & pay expectations (CAD) — what to verify
Montreal pay depends on industry, experience, and language requirements. Before you accept an offer, confirm:
base wage in CAD, overtime rules, shift premium (evenings/nights), paid breaks, probation period,
and whether benefits are included.
| Role group |
Common pay format |
What to confirm |
| Logistics / warehouse |
Hourly (CAD) |
Forklift requirements, overtime, shift premiums |
| Trades / construction |
Hourly / project-based (CAD) |
Tickets/licences, tools, site travel, union/non-union |
| Tech / IT |
Annual / hourly (CAD) |
On-call, hybrid policy, language requirements, benefits |
| Hospitality / retail |
Hourly (CAD) |
Schedules, tips/bonuses, weekend/holiday work |
Québec general minimum wage is CAD $16.10/hour (in effect since May 1, 2025). Verify updates on official government pages.
FAQs — Jobs in Montreal, Canada
1) What jobs are common in Montreal?
Montreal commonly posts openings in tech/IT, AI/data, video games/VFX, aerospace, life sciences/healthcare, logistics, trades, retail, hospitality, and office roles.
2) Are salaries shown in CAD?
Yes. All pay guidance on this page uses Canadian dollars (CAD).
3) What is Québec’s minimum wage?
Québec’s general minimum wage is CAD $16.10/hour (in effect since May 1, 2025).
4) Do I need French to work in Montreal?
Many employers prefer or require French, especially in customer-facing roles. Some jobs are English-only, but bilingual skills often expand your options.
5) How do I apply on OpeningsHub?
Filter vacancies, review requirements, then contact the employer directly using the details in the posting.
6) Where can I verify job outlooks for the Montréal Region?
Use
Job Bank — Montréal Region outlooks.