The Canadian military has released the monthly salary structure for its most senior officers, detailing earnings for ranks above captain and major. The figures, published on the official Canadian government website, cover Brigadier-General, Major-General, and Lieutenant-General positions, each with a distinct starting salary that increases annually with years of service.
Brigadier-General Salary Details
A Brigadier-General, the rank above captain, major, and colonel, begins with a monthly salary of $18,565 (approximately N25,595,008) upon promotion. This amount is not fixed; the pay scale rises each year the officer remains in the rank, reflecting experience and tenure.
Major-General and Lieutenant-General Earnings
Officers promoted to Major-General receive a higher starting salary of $21,301 (approximately N29,366,836) per month, with built-in annual increases. At the top tier, a Lieutenant-General earns $27,361 (approximately N37,721,789) monthly upon promotion, making it the highest starting salary among the three ranks. This figure also increases with years of service.
Beyond these ranks, the Canadian government website also lists pay for Air Force pilots and other senior military personnel, providing a comprehensive view of compensation at the upper echelons of the armed forces.
Comparison with Other Forces
In a similar transparency move, Legit.ng previously reported that the Scotland Police published salaries for constables, sergeants, and inspectors on its official website. That report detailed first-year earnings for each rank and explained how salaries increase with service years and promotions.
