▼27%
C$110,330
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$77k
MEDIAN
CA$110k
90%
CA$143k
The average salary for an Information Technology (IT) Architect is C$110,330 in 2025
Base Salary
C$77k - C$143k
Bonus
C$4k - C$15k
Total Pay
C$80k - C$147k
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Common Health Benefits for a Information Technology (IT) Architect
Medical
92%
Dental
92%
Vision
85%
None
8%
Gender Breakdown for Information Technology (IT) Architects
Male
90.0%
Prefer to self-define
10.0%
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FAQs About Information Technology (IT) Architects
What is the highest pay for Information Technology (IT) Architects?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Information Technology (IT) Architect is CA$143k / year
What is the lowest pay for Information Technology (IT) Architects?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Information Technology (IT) Architect is CA$77k / year
How can Information Technology (IT) Architects increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Information Technology (IT) Architect 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 an Information Technology (IT) Architect that oversees more junior Information Technology (IT) Architects, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.