50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $86,250 CAD
The median salary is $69,697
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 69,697 - CAD 86,250 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 77,974 per year, based on 2,738 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Mississauga, Calgary. Toronto leads with 332 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Manulife, Georgia-Pacific, Waypoint, Canadian Olympic Committee, City Of Hamilton.
Explore 2,738 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.