Legal Counsel salary in Canada
Based on 17 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median legal counsel pay is $147,493 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $140,005 and $162,510.
Lower 25%$140,005
Median$147,493
Upper 25%$162,510
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 7, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $141,211 | $146,994 | $160,134 | 10 |
| British Columbia | $140,005 | $161,158 | $161,158 | 5 |
By city
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto, ON | $143,499 | $147,493 | $159,006 | 7 |
Common questions
How much does a legal counsel make in Canada?
Based on 17 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median legal counsel pay is $147,493 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $140,005 and $162,510.
Where do legal counsels earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, British Columbia has the highest median advertised pay at $161,158 a year.