Assistant Director (FB-08) Salary in Nunavut (After Tax 2026)

A assistant director (fb-08) in Nunavut earns approximately $139,668 – $156,825 base salary per year, plus the $5,000/yr meal premium, shift differentials, and overtime. After federal/provincial taxes and pension contributions, estimated take-home pay is $3,140 – $4,060 every two weeks ($6,800 – $8,800 per month).

2026 Canadian Rates • Phoenix Pay Cycle

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Calculate take-home pay with the $5,000 meal premium, shift differentials & PSPP pension

Paid Meal Premium+$5,000 / yr

Appendix L: All uniformed officers receive $192.31 bi-weekly

Total Gross (Bi-Weekly (Phoenix))$5,372
Net Take-Home (Bi-Weekly (Phoenix))$3,506
Bi-Weekly Pay$3,506
Monthly Net$7,596
Effective Tax Rate34.7%
Earnings CompositionBi-Weekly (Phoenix)
Base Salary (Step 1)$5,372
Total Gross Earnings$5,372

Deductions Breakdown

Bi-Weekly (Phoenix)
Pension (PSPP)
$494
Federal Tax
$844
Provincial Tax
$274
CPP / QPP
$163
EI
$43
Union (CIU/PSAC)
$48
Total Deductions$1,866
Calculations use official Treasury Board of Canada FB Group pay scales (June 2025 schedule), 2026 Canadian federal/provincial income tax brackets, CPP/QPP rates, EI maximums, and two-tier PSPP pension contributions (8.00% below YMPE / 10.58% above). For official inquiries, refer to the Treasury Board Secretariat and PSAC/CIU collective agreement.
Bi-Weekly Net$3,506

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Assistant Director (FB-08) Salary in Nunavut (Before Tax)

The base salary for a assistant director (fb-08) in Nunavut is set at the federal level on the Treasury Board FB pay grid (current rates effective June 21, 2025) and increases with each year of service:

  • Entry Step: $139,668
  • Mid-Level Step: $150,880
  • Top Step: $156,825
  • Uniformed Meal Premium: +$5,000 / year ($192.31 per bi-weekly pay)

While gross pay is identical across Canada, your net take-home pay in Nunavut reflects the provincial income tax rates and non-refundable tax credits applied on federal Line 42800.

After-Tax Paycheque Deductions in Nunavut

Your take-home pay is determined by five primary deductions:

  • Federal income tax (progressive rates from 15% to 33%)
  • Provincial income tax (Nunavut tax brackets)
  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions (5.95% up to $74,600 YMPE)
  • Employment Insurance (EI) premiums (1.63% up to $68,900 MIE)
  • Federal Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP: 8.00% below YMPE / 10.58% above)

Estimated Take-Home Pay in Nunavut

$3,140 – $4,060 bi-weekly • $6,800 – $8,800 monthly

Actual net pay depends on your shift schedule. Frontline officers frequently earn an additional $4,000 to $12,000+ per year in night premiums ($2.25/hr), weekend premiums ($2.25/hr), and overtime hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a assistant director (fb-08) make in Nunavut after tax?

Most officers in this classification take home between $3,140 – $4,060 bi-weekly ($6,800 – $8,800 monthly), depending on step increment, meal premium, and shift schedule.

Why does take-home pay differ between provinces?

Base pay and collective agreement benefits are identical across all Canadian ports of entry. Variations in net pay are driven solely by provincial income tax rates and brackets.