50% of professionals earn between $55,063 - $85,500 CAD
The median salary is $69,259
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 69,259 - CAD 85,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 77,380 per year, based on 9,878 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Mississauga, Calgary, Vancouver, Montréal. Toronto leads with 1,180 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Vaco by Highspring, Peel District School Board, Groupe ACE, PayTech, BFL Canada.
Explore 9,878 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.