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Public Relations Manager Salaries in Ottawa, ON

• What is the average Public Relations Manager salary for Ottawa, ON?
  How much does a Public Relations Manager in Ottawa, ON make? The median annual Public Relations Manager salary in Ottawa, ON is C$125,275, as of July 27, 2026, with a range usually between C$108,370-C$147,397 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Public Relations Manager 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 Public Relations Manager in Ottawa, ON.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Public Relations Manager in Ottawa, ON that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Public Relations Manager in Ottawa, ON are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of July 27, 2026

• Job Description for Public Relations Manager
  Develops and implements policies and procedures for the public relations department. Maintains favorable public image for employer or client by communicating programs, accomplishments, and/or points of view. Evaluates all forms of communications before release to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of message and authorizes release. Prepares and distributes news releases, fact sheets, scripts, etc. to media outlets. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. View full job description

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