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Project Manager I Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Project Manager I salary in Canada?
  How much does a Project Manager I in Canada make? The median annual Project Manager I salary in Canada is C$73,909, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$65,932-C$83,801 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Project Manager 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 Project Manager I in Canada.

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

• Job Description for Project Manager I
  Manages internal projects by organizing teams, coordinating resources, and communicating plans and tasks to ensure project objectives are completed within established scope, timeline, and budget requirements. Develops detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, and resource allocations to support operational and strategic initiatives. Liaises between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders to assign responsibilities, ensure timely execution of project deliverables, and resolve issues or questions. Monitors project progress, evaluates risks, and implements corrective actions to maintain alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations. Communicates project status, priorities, and performance metrics to leadership and project stakeholders. Allocates resources, budgets, and hours to the project and adjusts allocations when necessary. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require Project Management Certification. Typically reports to a manager. 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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• Level of Education
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• Industries that include Project Manager I
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• Categories that include Project Manager I
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• Project Manager I 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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