Paralegal jobs in Canada (444 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 444
Employers: 246

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $73,116Across 80 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.23Across 17 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: 47%207 listings
On-site: 53%234 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include Gowling WLG (30), The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA) (14), Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) (12).

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

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Law Clerk (Peterborough)
Gauvreau & Associates
Peterborough, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Corporate Law Clerk
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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GW
Medical Defence Law Clerk
Gowling WLG
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Paralegal Instructor - Mississauga
triOS College Business Technology Healthcare
Mississauga, ON
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide quality delivery of assigned courses within the Paralegal program, utilizing a variety of instruction strategies, techniques,
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Paralegal Instructor - Mississauga
triOS College Business Technology Healthcare
Mississauga, ON
- Part-time
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Law Clerk
Brookfield
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Parajuriste spécialiste, Activités de gestion juridique – Assurance
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Family Law Clerk
The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA)
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Parajuriste spécialiste, Activités de gestion juridique – Assurance | Paralegal/Specialist, Legal Operations - Insurance
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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MC
Legal Assistant for Corporate Department (Law Clerk)
Miller Canfield
Windsor, ON
- Full-time
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Law Clerk
Brookfield Asset Management
Nanaimo, BC · Brookfield Place
- Full-time
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ZC
Corporate Law Clerk
ZSA Canada
Toronto, ON
- $100,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Paralegal
JobsMedia.io
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
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Law Clerk
123Dentist
Toronto, ON
- $90,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Paralegal
ROBIC
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Are you looking for a paralegal role where you can demonstrate autonomy while taking on intellectually stimulating challenges? Would you like to play a meaningful role in shaping the…
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Senior Paralegal
Best Buy Canada
Newmarket, ON
- Full-time
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GW
Corporate Remediation Law Clerk
Gowling WLG
Kitchener, ON
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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GW
Corporate Remediation Law Clerk
Gowling WLG
Hamilton, ON
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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GW
Corporate Remediation Law Clerk
Gowling WLG
Toronto, ON
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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GW
Corporate Remediation Law Clerk
Gowling WLG
Ottawa, ON
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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BC
Intermediate Law Clerk
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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BR
Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk
Brookfield Renewable N.A.
Gatineau, QC
- Full-time
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BR
Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk
Brookfield Renewable U.S.
Gatineau, QC
- Full-time
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CI
Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk
Cartel Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Corporate Law Clerk
Norton Rose Fulbright
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time

Pet Valu

Law Clerk (Contract)

Markham, ON, Canada

The targeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 annually. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The targeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 annually.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Original job description

Location: Markham, Ontario

Job Description:

Position: Law Clerk

Type: Full-Time | Contract

Location: Markham, ON

Reports to: Commercial Real Estate Lawyer

About Us:

Pet Valu is Canada’s leading pet specialty retailer, dedicated to strengthening the bond between dedicated pet lovers and their pets. With 50 years of animal care expertise, we operate over 800 stores across Canada under several banners, including Pet Valu, Bosley’s, Total Pet, Paulmac's Pet, Tisol & Chico. Guided by our mission to deliver products, care, expertise, and memorable moments, Pet Valu is a place where people build meaningful careers while making a positive impact on pets and communities.

What is the role?

Reporting to the Commercial Real Estate Lawyer. This role will primarily support real estate leasing functions of the Company and its affiliates and, secondarily, provide expertise in a broad range of law clerk and administrative areas. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual with exceptional skills, who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

What will you do?

Draft, negotiate, review and finalize retail leases and other legal documents with various landlords and/or their legal advisers in all areas of Canada. Responsible for updating the Document Status Tracker.
Prepare sublease acknowledgements and coordinate with franchisees in order to finalize estoppel requests from landlords.
Prepare and/or review a variety of legal documents including estoppel certificates and SNDAs and correspondence relating to lease negotiations and other on-going lease and/or other legal documents and issues
Manage files from the offer-to-lease stage through to the execution of the final lease form
Organize and expedite the flow of work, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Meet strict deadlines
Manage trade-mark files, IP matters, review and revise contest rules and related documents
Contracts and agreements - drafting and reviewing standard corporate documents
Interpret specific provisions in retail leases and identify their ramifications

What will you need to succeed?

Education and Experience:

A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a commercial leasing department of a major Canadian law firm or a large corporation specializing in retail shopping center leasing from a major tenant’s perspective; - prior retail lease negotiation experience is essential
Experience in subleasing in a franchisor context would be an asset.
Law Clerk or paralegal certification from an accredited program; member of the Institute of the Law Clerks of Ontario

Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent written communication skills with ability to present complex matters clearly and concisely; able to communicate legal concepts and explain complex documents in ordinary language
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with other staff and professionals as part of the company team
Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time and prioritize tasks appropriately to meet targets and hard deadlines
Sound judgment and practical application of legal principles and procedures
Exceptional organization and time-management skills to work efficiently in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
Ability to focus and work in an open office concept; detail oriented with necessity to give ultimate attention to complex legal wording in a variety of documents while adhering to strict timelines and deadline dates
Strong computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, PDF applications

Compensation:

The targeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 annually. The final offer will be based on factors such as market location, relevant skills, experience and internal equity.

Ready to join the team?

We’re looking for passionate people who bring strong skills and live our core values of safety, compassion, expertise, and efficiency every day. If you’re energized by doing meaningful work, taking pride in what you deliver, and making a real impact for pets, people, and communities, you’ll feel right at home here. Join us and build a career where purpose, care, and excellence come together - because love lives here™.

Why work for us?

At Pet Valu, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re passionate about creating an environment where you feel supported, included, and empowered to grow - both personally and professionally. Some of the perks of working with us include:

Hybrid, Flexible Work Options
Learning and Development support tailored to you
An inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice matters
Fun company events that keep us connected
Generous employee discounts on our products

Pet Valu is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

At Pet Valu, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Pet Valu may use AI enabled technology to assist in the recruitment process for positions. The use of AI helps us ensure we are providing an equitable and streamlined recruitment experience for all applicants. While AI tools support our recruitment process, all decisions throughout the process are made exclusively by Pet Valu’s hiring team. At no stage does AI determine recruitment outcomes

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Responsibilities

The law clerk will primarily support commercial real estate leasing functions, including drafting and negotiating retail leases and managing legal documentation. Additionally, the role involves handling trademark files, IP matters, and coordinating with franchisees on lease-related requests.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in commercial leasing, preferably from a major law firm or large retail corporation. A law clerk or paralegal certification and membership with the Institute of the Law Clerks of Ontario are required.

Skills

Commercial leasing
Retail lease negotiation
Legal document drafting
Document status tracking
Subleasing
Estoppel certificates
SNDA preparation
Trademark management
Intellectual property matters
Contract review
Time management
Communication skills
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Outlook
MS Access

Benefits

Hybrid work options
Flexible work options
Health benefits
Dental benefits
Employee share purchase plan
Learning and development support
Employee discounts

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Keywords

Commercial Real Estate
Retail Leasing
Law Clerk
Paralegal
Lease Negotiation
SNDA
Estoppel Certificates
Trademark
Intellectual Property
Contract Drafting
Document Management
Franchisor
Retail
Legal Compliance
MS Office
PDF Applications
Institute of the Law Clerks of Ontario
AODA
Hybrid Work
Corporate Law

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