Lab Assistant salary in Canada
Based on 47 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median lab assistant pay is $22.88 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $22.26 and $22.88.
Lower 25%$22.26
Median$22.88
Upper 25%$22.88
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $22.13 | $22.88 | $22.88 | 44 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto, ON | $22.88 | $22.88 | $22.88 | 12 |
| Peterborough, ON | $22.88 | $22.88 | $22.88 | 8 |
Common questions
How much does a lab assistant make in Canada?
Based on 47 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median lab assistant pay is $22.88 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $22.26 and $22.88.
Where do lab assistants earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, Ontario has the highest median advertised pay at $22.88 an hour.