Salary and Benefits
Our salary and benefits package is one of the most generous in Canadian policing. Commencing from the day of hiring, constables receive incremental pay increases throughout their careers.
Recruit police officers receive Probationary Constable’s pay beginning on the day of hiring and including the time spent in the Police Academy. Pay increments occur annually until reaching the rank of First Class Constable after four years. Salary increases also take place at 10 years, 15 years and 20 years of service.
Salary
| Rank | as of January 2024 |
| Probationary Constable (1st year, including training) | $85,464 |
| Fourth Class Constable (after one year) | $91,572 |
| Third Class Constable (after two years) | $97,668 |
| Second Class Constable (after three years) | $109,884 |
| First Class Constable (after four years) | $122,088 |
| 10-Year First Class Constable | $128,196 |
| 15-Year First Class Constable | $134,292 |
| 20-Year First Class Constable | $140,400 |
| Sergeant | $146,508 |
| Staff Sergeant | $164,820 |
Benefits
- Medical and dental benefits, including Extended Health
- Sick leave benefits, including Long Term Disability Plan
- Employee Assistance Program including psychological services
- Employee health and wellness programs
- On-site gym and fitness facilities
- All uniforms and equipment supplied with cleaning allowance
- Membership in the BC Municipal Pension Plan
- 7 weeks of paid leave to start
- Education reimbursement and scholarship funds
- Paid in-service training opportunities