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Research associate salary in Canada

How much does a Research Associate make in Canada?

Average base salary

$74,106

The average salary for a research associate is $74,106 per year in Canada. 296 salaries reported, updated at July 4, 2026

Research Associate job openings in Canada

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Research Associate
University of British Columbia4.2out of 5 stars.
Vancouver, BC
$85,000–$100,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Research Associate in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
CAMH
 
$114,698per year
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Scotiabank
 
$112,708per year
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QuadReal
 
$112,500per year
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Medical Council of Canada
 
$111,530per year
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CIBC
 
$106,714per year
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Centre for Addiction and Menta...
 
$104,747per year
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Highest paying cities for Research Associates near Canada

  1. Waterloo, ON
    $97,068 per year
  2. Ottawa, ON
    $86,523 per year
  3. Calgary, AB
    $81,771 per year
  4. Edmonton, AB
    $77,920 per year
  5. Toronto, ON
    $75,440 per year

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