Compensation Planning Outlook 2026: Staying the Course in the Face of Uncertainty
This research provides valuable benchmarks for understanding how employers across Canada are paying employees this year and approaching compensation for 2026.
How is uncertainty in the Canadian economy affecting compensation plans? To what extent are pay increases keeping up with inflation? What are the top priorities for organizations when designing their total rewards packages?
Read the data briefing to get our full analysis.
Key findings
In uncertain times, retaining talent is key
Actual and projected base pay increases
Factors determining pay increases
Few firms plan to freeze salaries
Variable pay
Statistics by sector and industry
Pay transparency and pay equity
Appendix A: Methodology
Appendix B: Glossary
Appendix C: Respondent profile
Appendix D: Participating organizations
Appendix E: Bibliography
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