Canadian lawyers earn a wide range of salaries that depend on criteria such as location within the country, specialty, years of experience, and the size of the firm in which they work. Being a lawyer is certain to be one of the best-paying professions in Canada.
According to newly released government data, the top earner among Canada’s roughly 20,000 self-employed lawyers made more than $8 million in 2010.
The names of lawyers were removed from the Canada Revenue data that was included in a report that was commissioned by the Department of Justice to gauge judicial compensation rates.
How Much Does a Lawyer Make in Canada?
In Canada, the average annual salary for a lawyer is close to 244,000 CAD. The lowest salary is 112,000 CAD, and the highest is 388,000 CAD.
Here Is A Breakdown Of Lawyer Salaries Across Canada’s Provinces
| Province | Low Salary | Average Salary | High Salary |
| Alberta | $56,035 | $152,743 | $443,251 |
| British Columbia | $47,812 | $123,022 | $261,225 |
| Manitoba | $53,929 | $121,641 | $221,924 |
| New Brunswick | $40,612 | $87,851 | $155,218 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $67,498 | $142,921 | $290,501 |
| Northwest Territories | $65,147 | $148,942 | $197,956 |
| Nova Scotia | $44,218 | $113,173 | $178,484 |
| Nunavut | $61,821 | $137,009 | $185,045 |
| Ontario | $58,429 | $141,754 | $365,291 |
| Prince Edward Island | $35,180 | $96,062 | $152,971 |
| Quebec | $39,140 | $96,501 | $219,826 |
| Saskatchewan | $36,186 | $126,710 | $201,012 |
| Yukon Territory | $63,910 | $143,122 | $182,235 |
| Canada | $51,532 | $125,496 | $234,995 |
