50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $85,000 CAD
The median salary is $68,000
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The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 68,000 - CAD 85,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 76,500 per year, based on 3,710 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Montreal (administrative Region), Mississauga, Winnipeg, Vancouver. Toronto leads with 438 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Manulife, Georgia-Pacific, Waypoint, Accenture, Canadian Olympic Committee.
Explore 3,710 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.