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Members of Provincial Parliament in Ontario are set to receive a salary boost and a new pension plan, with all-party support at Queen’s Park.
The province introduced legislation on May 29 to update MPP compensation for the first time since 2009. The proposed changes will raise base salaries to $157,350-equal to 75 per cent of what federal MPs earn. Future increases will be tied to federal salaries to reflect inflation.
According to the Ministry of Finance, Ontario MPPs currently earn less than many municipal politicians. For example, a City of Toronto councillor earns over $170,000, and the mayor earns more than $231,000.
The legislation also reintroduces a defined benefit pension plan for MPPs, replacing the current savings-based plan. The new pension will be integrated with the Public Service Pension Plan and include a supplementary benefit. MPPs will qualify for full pension benefits after six years of service.
The pension plan is expected to take effect January 1, 2026, while the new salary will be in place following the 2025 provincial election.
The government says these changes bring MPP compensation in line with other public roles and make it easier to attract and retain qualified representatives.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
