Executive Assistant I Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Executive Administrative Assistant I, Executive Assistant and Project Coordinator I, Executive Secretary I
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How much does an Executive Assistant I in Canada make? The median annual Executive Assistant I salary in Canada is C$76,578, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$68,575-C$87,181 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Executive Assistant I 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 Executive Assistant I in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Executive Assistant I that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Executive Assistant I in Canada is C$76,578, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Executive Assistant I in Canada are expected to make less than C$76,578.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Executive Assistant I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Executive Assistant I in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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Provides multi-faceted administrative support and assistance to ensure effective use of an executive's time and productive interactions with staff and the public. Handles a wide range of administrative and support tasks and independently initiates and implements processes to manage projects, information, and people. Manages the executive's schedule, meeting preparations, follow-up tasks, and complex travel arrangements. Conducts research and information gathering on behalf of the executive and prepares summaries and reports. Develops positive and strategic relationships at all levels of the organization. Uses discretion, judgment, and knowledge of the organization to facilitate the executive's activities and maintain confidentiality. May be responsible for directing and deploying support staff or other resources. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to an executive. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. View full job description
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