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CPA compensation hits record high, outpaces inflation
TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) are earning more than ever before, with compensation growth outpacing inflation and doubling that of the broader workforce, according to new data from CPA Canada.
The 2025 CPA Compensation Study, conducted by Leger, reports CPAs earned a national median compensation of $154,000 in 2024—the highest since the study began in 2012. This marks a 47 per cent increase over 12 years, highlighting the enduring demand and relevance of the CPA designation across a changing economic landscape.
