50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $86,250 CAD
The median salary is $70,000
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The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 70,000 - CAD 86,250 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 78,125 per year, based on 5,632 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 676 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Manulife, Georgia-Pacific, Vaco by Highspring, Waypoint, Accenture.
Explore 5,632 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.