Salary & pay expectations (CAD) — what to verify
Vancouver pay can vary widely by industry, shift schedule, and certifications. 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 |
| Warehouse & logistics |
Hourly (CAD) |
Shift premium, overtime, forklift certification requirements |
| Shipping / freight operations |
Hourly / annual (CAD) |
Documentation duties, schedule, on-call expectations |
| Trades / construction |
Hourly / project-based (CAD) |
Tickets/licences, tools, site travel, union/non-union |
| Tech / IT |
Annual / hourly (CAD) |
On-call, certifications, remote vs onsite, benefits |
BC general minimum wage: CAD $17.85/hour (as of June 1, 2025). Verify any updates before accepting an offer.
FAQs — Jobs in Vancouver, Canada
1) What jobs are common in Vancouver?
Vancouver commonly posts openings in logistics/operations, trades, tech/IT, film/creative roles, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and customer support.
2) Are salaries shown in CAD?
Yes. All pay guidance on this page uses Canadian dollars (CAD).
3) What is BC minimum wage?
BC’s general minimum wage is CAD $17.85/hour as of June 1, 2025.
4) Can I find part-time and shift jobs in Vancouver?
Yes. Many retail, hospitality, warehousing, and some service roles offer part-time schedules and shift work.
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 labour market trends?
Use official sources such as
WorkBC Labour Market Outlook
and the Province of BC minimum wage page.