Your paycheque just might be on this list
Here's the thing about Peterborough, we're not a big city, but we've got a lot of folks doing important work in the public sector. Every year, when the provincial government drops the Sunshine List, it always sparks a fair bit of conversation down at the General or over a coffee at Black Honey. It’s not just abstract numbers to us; these are our neighbours, the people we see at Morrow Park Farmers' Market or cheering on the Petes at the Memorial Centre.
This year's list, detailing public sector employees making over $100,000 in 2025, just came out, and it's always an interesting read. While the big headlines might go to the former Ontario Power Generation President and CEO Kenneth Hartwick, who, bless his heart, pulled in over $1.7 million, it's the local names that catch our eye. We're talking about the folks running our hospitals, our university, our college, and our city services. It's a transparent look at who's earning what, and it provides a snapshot of where our public money flows.
What This Means for Peterborough:
* **Local Impact:** This list shines a light on the higher earners within our Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Trent University, Fleming College, and the City of Peterborough itself. * **Public Accountability:** It gives residents a way to see how public funds are allocated, fostering a sense of accountability from those in leadership positions. * **Community Conversation:** It inevitably sparks discussions about salaries, public service, and the value we place on various roles within our community.
It’s always a bit of a river run, seeing these figures laid out. You start thinking about the currents of our local economy, who's navigating the biggest rapids, and how that impacts the broader flow of life along the Otonabee. It's not just about the numbers; it's about the people behind them and the work they do right here in the Electric City.
This is the Electric City — small town, big current. Let's go.
For a deeper dive into what this means for our community, make sure you tune into the Morning Wire crew — they’re breaking it all down live at mornings.live.