50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $80,000 CAD
The median salary is $70,000
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 70,000 - CAD 80,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 75,000 per year, based on 6,515 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Mississauga, Vancouver, Montreal (administrative Region), Winnipeg. Toronto leads with 743 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Uottawa, Services de Gestion Quantum Ltée, Vaco by Highspring, Georgia-Pacific, Axxel HR.
Explore 6,515 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.