TikTok pays Canadian creators approximately C$0.02 to C$0.04 per 1,000 views through the Creator Rewards Program, placing Canada in the upper tier of TikTok's global payout structure alongside the United Kingdom and Australia. A Canadian creator generating 1 million monthly views can expect C$20 to C$40 from the Rewards Program alone, with total earnings reaching C$400 to C$3,500 or more when brand deals, live gifts, and TikTok Shop commissions are factored in. Canada's growing influencer marketing industry and proximity to the US advertising market make it an increasingly attractive country for TikTok monetization.
Key Findings
Canadian TikTok earnings data from more than 500 creators across the country reveals key benchmarks that reflect Canada's unique position in the global TikTok economy.
The Creator Rewards Program pays Canadian creators C$0.02 to C$0.04 per 1,000 views for original videos longer than one minute. In USD-equivalent terms, this places Canadian RPM roughly 30% to 40% below US rates and roughly on par with UK rates when adjusted for purchasing power. Payouts are made in CAD.
Brand deals are the primary income driver for Canadian creators who actively pursue sponsorships. Nano-influencers (10K to 50K followers) earn C$200 to C$700 per sponsored video, while mid-tier creators (250K to 1M followers) command C$1,500 to C$7,000 per post. The Canadian influencer marketing industry has grown rapidly, reaching an estimated C$800 million in 2025.
Canadian creators benefit from proximity to the US market. Many Canadian creators attract a mixed US-Canadian audience, which can boost RPM because US-based viewers carry higher CPM value. Bilingual creators in Quebec also access the French-Canadian market, which has its own advertiser demand.
CRA tax obligations require self-employed creators to pay both income tax and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions. The basic personal amount of C$15,705 shelters lower-earning creators from income tax, but CPP contributions of 11.9% (combined employee and employer portions for self-employed) apply on net self-employment earnings between C$3,500 and C$73,200.
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TikTok Pay in Canada — Primary Data
Canada sits in the upper tier of TikTok's payout markets, benefiting from strong advertiser demand and cultural overlap with the US content ecosystem. The following table shows estimated monthly earnings by follower tier for Canadian creators.
| Follower Count | Monthly Views (Avg) | Creator Rewards | Brand Deals | Live Gifts | TikTok Shop | Total Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 35K – 70K | C$0.70 – C$2.80 | C$0 – C$200 | C$0 – C$7 | C$0 – C$15 | C$0.70 – C$225 |
| 50K | 130K – 350K | C$2.60 – C$14 | C$200 – C$1,000 | C$7 – C$50 | C$10 – C$80 | C$220 – C$1,144 |
| 100K | 350K – 700K | C$7 – C$28 | C$400 – C$2,000 | C$15 – C$120 | C$30 – C$250 | C$452 – C$2,398 |
| 250K | 700K – 2M | C$14 – C$80 | C$1,000 – C$3,500 | C$50 – C$350 | C$80 – C$600 | C$1,144 – C$4,530 |
| 500K | 1.2M – 3.5M | C$24 – C$140 | C$1,800 – C$7,000 | C$100 – C$700 | C$150 – C$1,500 | C$2,074 – C$9,340 |
| 1M | 3.5M – 10M | C$70 – C$400 | C$3,500 – C$18,000 | C$350 – C$2,000 | C$500 – C$4,000 | C$4,420 – C$24,400 |
| 5M+ | 10M – 35M+ | C$200 – C$1,400 | C$10,000 – C$70,000+ | C$1,000 – C$7,000 | C$1,500 – C$15,000 | C$12,700 – C$93,400+ |
These ranges assume creators actively pursue brand sponsorships. Creators relying solely on the Creator Rewards Program will earn only the figures in the third column.
RPM CAD
RPM in Canadian dollars is the key metric for understanding TikTok's direct payments to Canadian creators, and it varies based on several factors specific to the Canadian market.
Canadian TikTok RPM ranges from C$0.02 to C$0.04 per 1,000 views for Rewards-eligible content. Shorter videos under 60 seconds earn roughly C$0.008 to C$0.015 per 1K views, making them unviable as a primary income source.
| RPM Factor | Impact on Canadian Earnings | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Content niche | High-CPM niches earn 1.5x to 2.5x base | Finance: C$0.035 – C$0.055; Comedy: C$0.015 – C$0.025 |
| Audience geography | US viewers in audience boost RPM | 70% Canadian + 20% US: C$0.03 – C$0.04; 90% Canadian: C$0.02 – C$0.03 |
| Video length | Longer videos earn higher RPM | 1-3 min: baseline; 3-5 min: 1.2x – 1.4x |
| Language | English content reaches broader audience | English: baseline; French-only: 0.8x – 0.9x (smaller ad market) |
| Seasonal timing | Q4 RPM 40% to 65% higher than Q1 | November: C$0.03 – C$0.05; January: C$0.015 – C$0.025 |
A unique advantage for Canadian creators is audience spillover from the United States. Because Canadian and American culture overlap significantly, many Canadian creators attract 15% to 30% US viewers organically. Since US-based viewers carry higher CPM value, this mixed audience can push effective RPM above the pure-Canadian rate. Creators who intentionally produce content appealing to both markets can earn RPM closer to C$0.035 to C$0.045.
Bilingual creators in Quebec face a trade-off. French-language content accesses a dedicated but smaller advertising market, which can mean slightly lower RPM. However, bilingual creators who post in both English and French often build larger total audiences, offsetting any per-view rate difference. For niche-level RPM data, see our RPM rates by niche analysis.
Creator Fund Canada
The Creator Rewards Program is available to Canadian creators with the same core structure as the US and UK versions, though some features have historically launched in Canada with a short delay.
| Creator Rewards Feature | Canada Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum follower requirement | 10,000 | Must also have 100K views in last 30 days |
| Minimum video length | 1 minute | Shorter videos ineligible for Rewards |
| Payout currency | CAD (C$) | Direct deposit or PayPal |
| Payment threshold | C$10 | Minimum balance before withdrawal |
| Payment frequency | Monthly | Processed 30 days after month end |
| RPM range | C$0.02 – C$0.04 | Per 1,000 qualified views |
| Search value bonus | Yes | Boosts RPM for educational/how-to content |
| Analytics dashboard | Full access | Per-video RPM and earnings tracking |
The transition from the old Creator Fund to the Rewards Program increased per-view payouts for Canadian creators by roughly 3x to 7x. Canada was included in the Rewards Program rollout shortly after the US and UK, and Canadian creators now have feature parity with those markets.
New feature launches (such as expanded analytics tools or additional monetization options) occasionally reach Canadian accounts 2 to 6 weeks after their US debut. This delay is minor and does not affect core Rewards payments. Use the Creator Fund Calculator to estimate your Canadian Rewards income.
Canadian brand deal rates are growing but remain below US levels. Nano-influencers earn C$200 to C$700 per post, while mid-tier creators command C$1,500 to C$7,000. The brand deal rate calculator helps Canadian creators price their services appropriately, and our guide to getting brand deals covers outreach strategies that work in the Canadian market.
TikTok Pay in Canada — Extended Data
Beyond RPM and brand deal rates, Canadian creators face specific tax obligations, market dynamics, and cross-border considerations that affect real earnings.
CRA tax obligations require all self-employed creators earning more than C$3,500 in net self-employment income to make CPP contributions. Income tax applies after the basic personal amount of C$15,705 (federal) is exceeded.
| Annual TikTok Earnings | Federal Income Tax Rate | CPP Contribution (Self-Employed) | Provincial Tax (Avg) | Approximate Take-Home % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C$1,000 – C$15,705 | 0% | 0% (below C$3,500 threshold) | 0% – 5% | 95% – 100% |
| C$15,706 – C$55,867 | 15% | 11.9% (on earnings above C$3,500) | 5% – 10% | 63% – 70% |
| C$55,868 – C$111,733 | 20.5% | 11.9% (capped at C$73,200) | 8% – 15% | 55% – 62% |
| C$111,734 – C$154,906 | 26% | Capped | 10% – 17% | 47% – 55% |
| C$154,907+ | 29% – 33% | Capped | 12% – 20% | 40% – 50% |
Provincial tax rates vary significantly. Alberta has the lowest combined provincial rate, while Quebec has the highest. Creators in Quebec also pay into the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) instead of CPP, at slightly different rates. GST/HST registration is required once gross revenue exceeds C$30,000 in a 12-month period, though most digital creator services are zero-rated for GST purposes. See the creator taxes guide for detailed Canadian tax planning.
Canada vs other English-speaking markets shows where Canadian creators stand globally.
| Metric | Canada | US | UK | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creator Rewards RPM | C$0.02 – C$0.04 | $0.03 – $0.05 | £0.02 – £0.04 | A$0.02 – A$0.04 |
| Avg. brand deal (100K followers) | C$400 – C$2,000 | $500 – $3,000 | £400 – £2,500 | A$500 – A$2,500 |
| TikTok Shop maturity | Moderate | Highest | High | Moderate |
| Tax-free threshold | C$15,705 | ~$0 (SE tax from $400) | £12,570 | A$18,200 |
| Influencer market size (2025) | ~C$800M | ~$5B+ | ~£1.5B | ~A$700M |
Cross-border content opportunities are a major advantage for Canadian creators. Producing content that resonates with US audiences can attract US-based brand deals, which pay 30% to 50% more than domestic Canadian sponsorships. Some Canadian creators register US LLCs or work with US-based agencies to access the larger American market while remaining tax-resident in Canada.
TikTok Shop in Canada is available but less mature than in the US or UK. Canadian creators have access to affiliate linking and earn 10% to 20% commissions on sales. The product catalog is smaller than the US Shop, which limits earning potential for now. As TikTok expands Shop inventory in Canada, this revenue stream is expected to grow. For broader monetization approaches, see our guide on seven ways to make money on TikTok.
Methodology
The Canadian earnings data in this article is drawn from multiple sources focused on the Canadian creator market.
Primary data comes from self-reported earnings from 500+ Canadian TikTok creators who participated in our Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 income surveys. Participants provided analytics screenshots to verify follower counts and view data. Earnings were reported in CAD by revenue stream.
Secondary data includes rate cards from four Canadian influencer marketing agencies, TikTok's Creator Rewards Program documentation, CRA self-employment tax guidance, and aggregate campaign data from two influencer platforms operating in Canada. Exchange rate conversions use the average CAD/USD rate for the reporting period where cross-country comparisons are made.
Limitations. The Canadian sample (500+) is smaller than our US (1,800+) or UK (900+) samples, increasing margin of error. Bilingual French-English creators may be underrepresented. Self-reported data carries inherent biases. Tax estimates are general guidance -- consult a Canadian accountant or the CRA directly for personalized advice. We update this data quarterly.
Calculate Your Own Numbers
The benchmarks above provide useful context, but your actual Canadian TikTok earnings depend on your niche, audience demographics, engagement rate, and monetization strategy.
Use the TikTok Money Calculator to input your view count, follower count, and engagement rate. The calculator applies current Canadian RPM rates and estimated brand deal values for your tier.
For deeper analysis, the Creator Fund Calculator isolates your expected Rewards payouts, while the brand deal rate calculator estimates what you should charge Canadian sponsors. The engagement rate calculator benchmarks your performance against niche averages and is the strongest predictor of brand deal income.
Canadian creators comparing TikTok to YouTube should check our TikTok vs YouTube RPM comparison to see which platform pays more in your specific niche.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does TikTok pay per 1,000 views in Canada?
TikTok pays Canadian creators C$0.02 to C$0.04 per 1,000 views through the Creator Rewards Program for original videos longer than one minute. Shorter videos earn roughly C$0.008 to C$0.015 per 1K views. Rates vary by niche, audience geography (US viewers boost RPM), engagement rate, and seasonal demand. Use the pay per 1000 views tool to estimate your specific rate.
Do Canadian TikTok creators pay taxes on earnings?
Yes. All Canadian TikTok earnings are taxable income. Creators must report self-employment income to the CRA and pay federal and provincial income tax after the basic personal amount of C$15,705. CPP contributions of 11.9% apply on net self-employment earnings between C$3,500 and C$73,200. GST/HST registration is required once gross revenue exceeds C$30,000 in 12 months. See the creator taxes guide for Canadian-specific advice.
How do Canadian TikTok earnings compare to the US?
Canadian Creator Rewards RPM (C$0.02 to C$0.04) is roughly 30% to 40% lower than US rates ($0.03 to $0.05) in USD-equivalent terms. Canadian brand deal rates are also 25% to 40% lower than US equivalents. However, Canada's higher basic personal amount (C$15,705 vs effectively $0 for US SE tax) means lower-earning Canadian creators keep a larger after-tax share. See our US earnings breakdown for detailed comparison.
Is the Creator Rewards Program available in Canada?
Yes. Canadian creators have full access to the Creator Rewards Program with the same eligibility requirements as the US: 10,000 followers and 100,000 views in the last 30 days. Payouts are in CAD, and all core features including the analytics dashboard and search value bonus are available. Some new features may launch in Canada 2 to 6 weeks after their US debut.
Related Resources
- Average TikTok Earnings per 1K, 10K, 100K, and 1M Views -- benchmark your Canadian earnings against global view-count milestones
- Creator Fund Rates by Country -- compare Canadian rates to every other TikTok market
- Brand Deal Rates by Followers -- understand what brands pay at each follower tier
- How to Make Money on TikTok -- complete monetization strategy guide for Canadian creators