Event Coordinator Salaries in Canada

The average salary for an Event Coordinator is $53,174 per year in Canada. Salaries estimates are based on 475 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by an Event Coordinator employees in Canada.

The highest salary for an Event Coordinator in Canada is $64,371 per year.

The lowest salary for an Event Coordinator in Canada is $44,826 per year.

Becoming an event coordinator is a great way of providing a reliable income for your family. Salaries for event coordinator are very good and are growing at a steady rate. Salaries are the highest in British Columbia, Alberta, and New Brunswick. You can also make more money as an event coordinator by working for a large event planning firm within urban areas or large city centers. Having years of experience as an event coordinator will also gain you a higher salary.

Happy clients are your secret weapon as an event coordinator. Word of mouth will spread and reviews will pour in, which will give you more business. Experience with different types of events–galas, fundraisers, corporate events, weddings–will pad your resume and show your ability to throw a great event, no matter what’s asked of you. A degree is not a requirement in this line of work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. Try to study business, marketing, public relations, or design so you’re able to take on more responsibility without hiring for these tasks externally. You should also strive to build a wide network of venues, performers, caterers, and other entertainment and event professionals so you're able to offer your clients preferential rates and access to in-demand products and services.

Before trying to negotiate better pay, have a look at other [event coordinator jobs] (https://www.glassdoor.ca/Job/event-coordinator-jobs-SRCH_KO0,17.htm) to see how your current pay compares. How much you earn can depend on a number of factors, like the size of the events you host, the clients you work for, and your prominence in the industry/your city. An event coordinator throwing events for 500+ attendees in the finance industry in downtown Toronto will out-earn a small-town event coordinator running events at the local legion. It’s therefore important to be realistic about your situation. Collect testimonials from past clients and present them as proof that you’re beyond competent. Leverage your network of suppliers and professionals as much as possible to make it clear that your company not only gets your services, but theirs too, at preferential rates.

About 63.29% of Event Coordinator professionals feel satisfied with their salary, according to anonymous Glassdoor ratings. An additional $3,186 in potential pay per year, among other factors, can qualify the annual pay of an Event Coordinator in Canada as a good salary.

Event Coordinator professionals in Canada have a wide total pay range, between $38,844 and $78,607 depending on experience, with an estimated total pay of $53,174 following the average career path of an Event Coordinator.