London councillors vote for 35% pay raise for next term

London councillors approve 35% pay raise for next term

London city councillors have voted to increase their salaries starting next term, citing heavier workloads as the city’s population grows.

On Tuesday, a majority supported the 35 percent pay raise recommended by an external review committee that compared compensation for councillors across Canada. The motion passed in a 9–6 vote.

New salary levels

City councillors elected in October 2026 will earn about $94,000 annually, up from the current rate.
The budget chair and deputy mayor will make just over $101,000, an increase from $75,000.
The mayor’s salary will remain unchanged, though he supported the raise.

Opposition and support

Those voting against the increase included Councillors Susan Stevenson, Sam Trosow, Corrine Rahman, Anna Hopkins, Paul Van Meerbergen, and David Ferreira.

“This is more than a full-time role,” said Deputy Mayor Shawn Lewis. “Voters decide whether the councillor deserves that compensation or if someone else is better suited. This is a complex job.”

Committee recommendation

The Council Resourcing Review Task Force suggested aligning councillor pay with what 70 percent of London residents earn, considering city size and workload. The report also noted that London councillors were paid below average compared with other Ontario cities, even those with smaller populations.

Author’s summary

The pay hike reflects councillors’ growing responsibilities and aims to bring London’s compensation more in line with other Ontario municipalities.

CBC — 2025-11-05

London councillors approve 35% pay raise for next term

New salary levels

Opposition and support

Committee recommendation

Author’s summary

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