How much does a Technical Writer earn in Canada?

The estimated salary for Technical Writer in Canada ranges from CAD 65,700 to CAD 69,975 CAD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,215 job listings

Which companies hire the most Technical Writer professionals in Canada?

Top companies hiring Technical Writer in Canada include Equitable, LGM, LJ Welding Automation.

Salary Guide

Technical Writer Salary in Canada

Based on 1,215 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$65,700 - $69,975

Median salary

$65,700 - $69,975

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$49K

25th percentile$61K

Median$66K

75th percentile$70K

90th percentile$80K

50% of professionals earn between $61,250 - $69,975 CAD

The median salary is $65,700

Top cities

Montreal92 job openings

Toronto91 job openings

Calgary42 job openings

Top companies hiring

Equitable1

LGM1

LJ Welding Automation1

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Technical Writer

1,215 job openings

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The average salary for a Technical Writer in Canada is CAD 65,700 - CAD 69,975 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 67,838 per year, based on 1,215 active job listings.

The cities with the most Technical Writer job opportunities in Canada are Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Mississauga, Cambridge. Montreal leads with 92 job openings.

Leading employers for Technical Writer roles in Canada include Equitable, LGM, LJ Welding Automation.

Explore 1,215 Technical Writer job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.