▼5%
C$21.61
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$17.18
MEDIAN
CA$21.61
90%
CA$26.46
The average hourly pay for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is C$21.61 in 2025
Hourly Rate
C$17 - C$26
Bonus
C$0 - C$2k
Total Pay
C$35k - C$54k
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Common Health Benefits for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)
Medical
79%
Dental
79%
Vision
66%
None
21%
Gender Breakdown for Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s
Female
93.3%
Male
6.7%
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FAQs About Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s
What is the highest pay for Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is CA$26.46 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is CA$17.18 / hour
How can Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) 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 Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) that oversees more junior Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.