▼29%
C$122,611
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$88k
MEDIAN
CA$123k
90%
CA$160k
The average salary for a Quality Assurance (QA) Director is C$122,611 in 2025
Base Salary
C$88k - C$160k
Bonus
C$5k - C$24k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$18k
Total Pay
C$87k - C$175k
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Common Health Benefits for a Quality Assurance (QA) Director
Medical
86%
Dental
86%
Vision
78%
None
10%
Gender Breakdown for Quality Assurance (QA) Directors
Male
60.9%
Female
39.1%
This data is based on 46 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Quality Assurance (QA) Directors
What is the highest pay for Quality Assurance (QA) Directors?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Quality Assurance (QA) Director is CA$160k / year
What is the lowest pay for Quality Assurance (QA) Directors?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Quality Assurance (QA) Director is CA$88k / year
How can Quality Assurance (QA) Directors increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Quality Assurance (QA) Director 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 Quality Assurance (QA) Director that oversees more junior Quality Assurance (QA) Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.