50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $90,000 CAD
The median salary is $70,000
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 70,000 - CAD 90,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 80,000 per year, based on 5,604 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal (administrative Region), Mississauga, Vancouver. Winnipeg leads with 673 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Manulife, Georgia-Pacific, Vaco by Highspring, Waypoint, Accenture.
Explore 5,604 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.