Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,075
Employers: 1,083

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.36Across 315 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $53,959Across 92 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 12%253 listings
On-site: 87%1,807 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (61), City of Saint John (44), MNP (38).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

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Administrative Assistant - Repost
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Portage la Prairie, MB
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Administrative Assistant BA/MOA Programs
MaKami College
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly…
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Administrative Assistant - Monday to Friday Daytime
Robin Hood Association
Sherwood Park, AB
- $22.04 to $25.99 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Payroll
Elk Valley Resources
Sparwood, BC
- $60,000 to $70,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Aerotek
Calgary, AB
- Contract
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for ensuring our customers, including contract employees, client managers and local sales teams receive superior customer service and…
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Senior Administrative Assistant
Raise
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Payroll
Elk Valley Resources
Sparwood, BC
- $60,000 to $70,000 CAD / year
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Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Weyburn, SK
- Full-time
Job Description: Provides a wide range of administrative support and coordination of clerical/financia
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Human Resources Administrator
J.D. Irving, Limited
New Annan, PE
- Full-time
This position reports directly to the Human Resources Manager. You will be responsible to provide administrative support to HR department through the coordination and execution of human…
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Administrative Assistant II, Clinical Intake, Provincial Preschool Autism Services
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, NS
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Administrative Assistant - Wood Gundy-Bilingual
CIBC
Victoriaville, QC
- Full-time
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LUBRICANTS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
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Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Job Summary: Our Lubricant Administrative Assistant keeps our lubricant division organized and our customers well looked after. You’ll be the first point of conta
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Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Western Community College
Surrey, BC
- Contract
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School Administrative Assistant - Yarmouth Cons. Mem High (YCMHS) - Permanent 2026 (92995)
Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP
Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS · Yarmouth, NS
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Administrative Assistant - Wood Gundy-Bilingual
CIBC
Victoriaville, QC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Experis Canada
Mississauga, ON
- Contract
Provide reception, mailroom, courier, administrative, and print center support while ensuring smooth day-to-day office operations.
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Administrative Assistant (13 month contract)
Reliable Controls
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
- Temporary
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Administrative Assistant
Adecco
Pickering, ON
- Contract
Our client in Durham Region is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support their team on a six month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized,…
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Front Desk Administrative Assistant
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Corporate Services Manager, the Front Desk Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact at the Queenswood facility and represents Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) by…
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Office administrative assistant
Allingham Machining Inc.
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant - Trenton
Wilkinson & Company LLP
Trenton, NS
- $45,000 to $60,000 CAD / year
This role combines administrative expertise with executive-level support responsibilities. The Administrative Assistant will ensure the efficient operation of daily office activities and…
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Human Resources Administrator
Native Council of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE
- Full-time
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Administrative assistant, Administration
Desjardins
Levis, QC · Montreal, QC · Complexe Desjardins Montréal
- Full-time
As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative activities for your sector. You provide administrative and secretarial support to a director or manager reporting to a…
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Administrative Assistant - KCFS
Trimark People Solutions
Alert Bay, BC
- Full-time
Position Title: Administrative Assistant - KCFS

Adecco

Administrative Assistant

Pickering, ON, Canada

Pay Rate: $33.09/hour · Contract

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Job details

Pay: Pay Rate: $33.09/hour
Job type: Contract
Apply by: Nov 18, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

Our client in Durham Region is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support their team on a six month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at managing multiple priorities while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to leadership, coordinate key business activities, and help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the office. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently.

Pay Rate: $33.09/hour
Location: Oshawa, ON, Pickering, ON, OR Bowmanville, ON (On-site)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Day Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time | 6 month temporary Contract
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an upcoming vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, compose, and distribute a variety of routine and confidential correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documents.
Coordinate and organize meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, meeting materials, and follow-up activities.
Arrange and manage travel logistics, accommodations, and itineraries for leadership and staff as required.
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including confidential materials, and prioritize items requiring executive attention.
Maintain complex calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate competing priorities on behalf of leadership.
Serve as a key point of contact between leadership and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and information flow.
Establish, maintain, and manage records and filing systems in accordance with document retention policies and procedures.
Prepare and process routine reports, forms, purchase orders, and requisitions.
Monitor deadlines, track action items, and maintain follow-up systems to ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables.
Provide administrative backup support and contribute to the overall efficiency of the office environment.

Qualifications

Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, Senior Administrative Assistant, or in a similar support role.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Exceptional organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional and polished approach.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Experience coordinating meetings, events, executive calendars, and travel arrangements.
Proven ability to build effective working relationships and liaise with leaders, employees, and external stakeholders.
Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

If you are interested in this Administrative Assistant role please apply now!

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to leadership, including preparing correspondence and business documents, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings and travel. Handle confidential communications and records, track deadlines and follow-ups, and support the efficient operation of the office.

Requirements

Candidates should have proven experience in an administrative support role and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Strong organization, communication, discretion, attention to detail, and experience coordinating calendars, meetings, and travel are required.

Skills

Administrative Support
Microsoft Office
PowerPoint
Excel
Outlook
Adobe Acrobat
Calendar Management
Meeting Coordination
Travel Coordination
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Confidentiality
Records Management
Time Management
Stakeholder Relations
Attention To Detail

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Keywords

Administrative Assistant
Senior Administrative Assistant
Microsoft Office Suite
PowerPoint
Excel
Outlook
Adobe Acrobat
Confidential Correspondence
Business Documents
Meeting Coordination
Agenda Preparation
Travel Arrangements
Calendar Management
Stakeholder Communication
Records Management
Document Retention
Purchase Orders
Requisitions
Deadline Tracking
Action Item Follow-Up
Office Administration
Confidentiality
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Problem-Solving

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