Content has loaded

Architect salary in Canada

How much does an Architect make in Canada?

Average base salary

$96,398

The average salary for a architect is $96,398 per year in Canada. 169 salaries reported, updated at October 28, 2026

Architect job openings in Canada

slide 1 of 6
slide1 of 6
CJA Architect
Cognizant3.8out of 5 stars.
Toronto, ON
$120,000–$141,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Architect in Canada

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ALTEN
 
$191,100per year
View company
Corpay
 
$182,500per year
IBM
 
$172,500per year
Intact
 
$166,200per year
Telus
 
$157,811per year
CorGTA
 
$155,000per year

Hiring an Architect?

Hiring Guide
Hiring GuideLearn how to hire an Architect
Job Description
Job DescriptionWrite the perfect Architect job description
Interview Questions
Interview QuestionsLearn the best questions to ask Architect candidates

Highest paying cities for Architects near Canada

  1. Montréal, QC
    $140,102 per year
  2. Greater Sudbury, ON
    $119,585 per year
  3. Toronto, ON
    $112,582 per year
  4. Calgary, AB
    $108,237 per year
  5. Vancouver, BC
    $98,434 per year

Where can an Architect earn more?

Compare salaries for Architects in different locations
vs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Architect

The average salary for an Architect is $96,398 per year in Canada. This figure is based on 169 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 28, 2026.

Architect jobs on Indeed - find your next one today.

Architect salaries typically range between a low of $65,875 and a high of $141,064 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Architect include ALTEN ($191,100 per year) and Corpay ($182,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Architect salary compares to related positions:

  • Architect II: Average $135,946 per year
  • Architect III: Average $174,273 per year
  • Associate Architect: Average $118,416 per year
  • Chief Architect: Average $141,791 per year
  • Junior Architect: Average $21.15 per hour
  • Lead Architect: Average $125,759 per year

How much do similar professions as Architect get paid in Canada?

Architect II

Job openings
Average $135,946 per year