OR-3 · Non-commissioned
Private (Trained)
NATO code
OR-3
Category
Non-commissioned
Monthly pay
$4,987 – $5,994
Annual
$59,844 – $71,928
What the rank does
Trained: basic military qualification and occupation training both complete. A private at this level is deployable and works with minimal supervision. It is the first point in a career at which the Forces get back more than they have put in.
Getting past this rank
Entry-level employment and further training.
Developmental period
DP1
Qualification required
Basic Military Qualification, plus environmental and occupational qualifications
The same rank in each element
Canadian Army
Private (Trained) Pte(T)
Royal Canadian Navy
Sailor 2nd Class S2
Royal Canadian Air Force
Aviator (Trained) Avr(T)
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Ranks & PaySource
Regular Force monthly salary, effective 2025-04-01. NATO codes follow the STANAG 2116 comparative tables. Not official — always confirm current rates with canada.ca.
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