▼30%
C$109,960
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$63k
MEDIAN
CA$110k
90%
CA$144k
The average salary for a Business Unit Manager is C$109,960 in 2025
Base Salary
C$63k - C$144k
Bonus
C$4k - C$31k
Total Pay
C$68k - C$174k
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Medical
100%
Dental
93%
Vision
57%
Gender Breakdown for Business Unit Managers
Male
73.3%
Female
26.7%
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FAQs About Business Unit Managers
What is the highest pay for Business Unit Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Business Unit Manager is CA$144k / year
What is the lowest pay for Business Unit Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Business Unit Manager is CA$63k / year
How can Business Unit Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Business Unit Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Business Unit Manager that oversees more junior Business Unit Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.