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Data Science Director Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Data Science Director salary in Canada?
  How much does a Data Science Director in Canada make? The median annual Data Science Director salary in Canada is C$206,812, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$188,860-C$236,805 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Data Science Director may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Data Science Director in Canada.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Data Science Director in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Data Science Director in are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026

• Job Description for Data Science Director
  Directs the identification and utilization of large data sets to identify trends, patterns, and key business insights. Develops data mining, cleaning, and aggregation processes and frameworks to prepare data, implement data models, conduct analysis, and develop databases. Oversees and aligns data science initiatives with business objectives and ensures data insights are integrated into business activities and operating strategies. Maintains collaboration with senior stakeholders to understand problems, needs, and identify new opportunities to leverage data. Remains up-to-date on trends and developments in AI, machine learning, and data engineering. Typically requires a master's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. View full job description

• Similar Job titles to Data Science Director
  • Data Analytics Manager
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• Level of Education
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• Industries that include Data Science Director
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• Categories that include Data Science Director
  • IT - Manager
  • IT - All
  • Science and Research

• Data Science Director Salaries by Province in Canada
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

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