Compensation Reports

OPA regularly publishes compensation reports based on data collected from physiotherapists practicing in Ontario. The purpose is to support evidence-informed discussions about compensation, reimbursement, and workforce sustainability across the health system.

Methodology

The 2026 Compensation Reports are based on survey data collected directly by OPA between January 5 and January 31, 2026.

To ensure representation of data across various settings, 6 sector specific surveys were utilized: Private Practice, Hospital, Home Care, Long Term Care, Primary Care and Research/Academia.

A total of 1,258 physiotherapists participated, representing:

• Approximately 22% of OPA membership
• Approximately 10% of all physiotherapists in Ontario

What’s New in 2026

The 2026 reports build on previous work and focus on key areas of interest to the profession:

• Updated hourly rates and annual salaries across sectors
• Perceived fairness of compensation within each sector
• Estimated increases needed for compensation to be considered adequate

For private practice and home care, the reports also differentiate between compensation received by physiotherapists and the fees set by their clinics/organizations. Rates for 20, 30, 45, and 60-minute appointments were collected for these two sectors.

Using the Reports

These reports are intended to:

• Provide insight into current compensation trends
• Support discussions with employers, funders, and insurers
• Inform OPA advocacy efforts related market-rate compensation

The reports are not intended to prescribe or set compensation levels. Individual compensation will vary based on role, experience, setting, and local market conditions.

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