50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $87,500 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 87,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 78,750 per year, based on 5,588 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 674 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Manulife, Georgia-Pacific, Vaco by Highspring, Waypoint, Accenture.
Explore 5,588 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.