50% of professionals earn between $56,297 - $85,375 CAD
The median salary is $68,380
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 68,380 - CAD 85,375 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 76,878 per year, based on 9,966 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Mississauga, Vancouver, Calgary, Montréal. Toronto leads with 1,194 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Vaco by Highspring, Hays, Peel District School Board, CityofOttawa, Groupe ACE.
Explore 9,966 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.