With the rising cost of living affecting many households in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), a look at the salaries of local leaders reveals substantial earnings, often exceeding a typical living wage. The article highlights salaries of various Mayors across the region, comparing figures from previous years and showcasing the differences in compensation.
With the cost of living on the rise and many households in the Greater Toronto Area feeling the strain, you might've found yourself wondering how much local leaders are taking home in comparison.
Across the region, municipal leaders are earning substantial amounts, often far beyond a typical living wage. Most salaries in this breakdown were pulled from the respective city council expense statements as well as the In 2022, former Mayor John Tory earned $202,818, a slight increase from $197,316 the year before. As of 2024, Mayor Olivia Chow's salary stands at $225,304.
Mayor Scarpitti holds various regional leadership roles, including Chair of York Region Rapid Transit Corporation , Co-Chair of the New Inclusion Table, and the Vice-Chair of Transportation Services for York Region. Pickering Mayor Kevin Ashe, who also sits on the Durham Regional Council, earned $124,138.77 in 2023, along with $25,124.74 in benefits, according to the Ontario Sunshine List. Here's what's happening with Toronto's $5.
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