Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in CAD · Recall feed checked daily
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X-rays cost across Canada

Radiographs, usually of the skull for dental disease or the abdomen for gut and bladder problems. Sedation is common.

$175–$450national typical range (CAD)
Torontomost expensive city
Reginaleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

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Ways to pay less

  • Skull x-rays show tooth roots that a visual exam cannot reach.
  • Ask for a copy of the images before any referral.
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Insured small pets in Edmonton would get roughly $285 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about $46–$95/month for a young small pet.

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All 24 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Toronto ON$200–$520
Vancouver BC$200–$520
Mississauga ON$195–$505
Victoria BC$195–$495
Surrey BC$190–$490
Calgary AB$190–$485
Guelph ON$185–$475
Ottawa ON$185–$470
Kelowna BC$185–$470
Barrie ON$185–$470
Hamilton ON$180–$470
Kitchener-Waterloo ON$180–$465
Edmonton AB$180–$460
London ON$175–$450
Red Deer AB$170–$435
Moncton NB$165–$420
Montreal QC$160–$415
Sherbrooke QC$160–$415
Halifax NS$160–$405
St. John's NL$160–$405
Saskatoon SK$155–$395
Winnipeg MB$155–$395
Quebec City QC$155–$395
Regina SK$150–$390
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of x-rays in Canada?

Nationally $175–$450 in 2026. Toronto is the most expensive city we track; Regina the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover x-rays?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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