Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need this survey?
The Total Rewards Practices & Employee Benefits and Salary Increases & Compensation Policy Surveys can each be used alone, or in tandem to assist you to benchmark/review your total compensation.

What types of positions are covered?
The survey reports on executive, middle management, professional & technical and clerical & administrative categories, both salaried and hourly.

What types of organizations are included in your surveys?
Participation in our annual surveys is open to every organization with employees in Canada. No organization is too small or too large. Typically the private sector accounts for 60-65% of the data contained in the survey while the public and not-for-profits account for 15-20% each. Note: the mix varies by survey.

When do you collect data?
Data is collected annually from mid-May to late-September and is effective September 1.

Members save money! - How do I become a member?
The surveys are a significant benefit to members. For membership information, please contact the association directly: