50% of professionals earn between $58,500 - $78,750 CAD
The median salary is $67,130
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in Canada is CAD 67,130 - CAD 78,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 72,940 per year, based on 2,880 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Montréal, Mississauga, Calgary, Vancouver. Toronto leads with 426 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in Canada include CT Bakery, Flynn Group of Companies.
Explore 2,880 Payroll Specialist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.