Interaction Designer Salary in Kanata, Ontario

Kanata is in the Ottawa region and includes software, defense, and telecommunications employers. Interaction designer salaries are higher in the region. Living costs are comparable to nearby areas.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$55,000 to C$67,000

Average (per year)

C$61,000

Early-career designers often work for local tech startups or telecom companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$69,000 to C$80,000

Average (per year)

C$74,500

Software companies and government contractors with digital projects frequently hire mid-level designers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$81,000 to C$97,000

Average (per year)

C$89,000

Senior designers lead product teams in technology firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$99,000+

Principal and lead designers work for large telecoms and established SaaS firms.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

C$31 - C$43

per hour

Mid-level

C$44 - C$56

per hour

Senior

C$57 - C$76

per hour