50% of professionals earn between $60,000 - $75,000 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 75,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 71,500 per year, based on 5,702 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Calgary, Montréal, Vancouver, Winnipeg. Toronto leads with 861 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include Robert Half, CGI.
Explore 5,702 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.