Salary & pay expectations (CAD) — what to verify
Victoria pay depends on your experience, certifications, and schedule. Before you accept an offer, confirm:
base wage in CAD, overtime rules, shift premium (evenings/nights), tips (if applicable), paid breaks,
probation period, and whether benefits are included.
| Role group |
Common pay format |
What to confirm |
| Hospitality & tourism |
Hourly (CAD) + tips (sometimes) |
Tip policy, split shifts, weekend premiums |
| Public sector / administration |
Hourly or annual (CAD) |
Benefits, pension, union terms, hybrid/onsite |
| Tech & IT |
Annual or hourly (CAD) |
On-call requirements, certifications, remote policy |
| Trades / construction |
Hourly / project-based (CAD) |
Tickets/licences, tools, site travel, overtime |
BC general minimum wage is CAD $17.85/hour effective June 1, 2025. Always verify updates on official sources.
FAQs — Jobs in Victoria, Canada
1) What jobs are common in Victoria?
Victoria commonly posts openings in public sector roles, tech and IT, tourism and hospitality, healthcare, education, trades, administration, retail, and customer service.
2) Are salaries shown in CAD?
Yes. All pay guidance on this page uses Canadian dollars (CAD).
3) What is British Columbia’s minimum wage?
British Columbia’s general minimum wage is CAD $17.85/hour effective June 1, 2025.
4) Can I find part-time and shift jobs in Victoria?
Yes. Hospitality, retail, healthcare support, and some admin roles frequently hire part-time and shift schedules.
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 BC job outlooks?
Use Job Bank outlook reports:
Job Bank — British Columbia outlooks.