Retail

Gross compensation at Canadian dealerships grew faster than inflation in 2022

Canadian Money
According to the 2023 Automotive News Canada Retail Salary Survey that polled 655 dealership employees and managers last fall, average pay across all dealership job titles was $131,200 in 2022. (THE CANADIAN PRESS)
January 16, 2023 05:01 AM

Pay raises for workers in Canada’s automotive retail sector outpaced historically high inflation over the last three years, but the looming impact of a recession and the prospect of rising vehicle inventories could pour cold water on optimism for further increases. Even some staff — especially those who have been raking in higher commissions — doubt the pace can continue.

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