County, region or district
Public sector salaries in Peterborough County
2,070 people at 11 public employers based in Peterborough County were paid $100,000 or more in 2025. This area includes the cities inside it.
People on the 2025 list
2,070
+9.8% vs 2024
Median salary
$123,904
+2.2% vs 2024
Total salaries
$276M
Employers
11
Everyone in Peterborough County, 2025
The 25 highest paid, then everyone at the employers based in Peterborough County, 200 at a time.
Top 25 of 2,070
| # | Name | Employer | Salary | Benefits | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maureen AdamsonPresident | Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and Technology | $512,428 | $10,795 | +$155,090 (+43.4%) |
| 2 | Lynn MikulaPresident and Chief Executive Officer | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $463,551 | $4,548 | +$33,552 (+7.8%) |
| 3 | Cathy BrucePresident and Vice-Chancellor | Trent University | $372,299 | $13,789 | +$58,880 (+18.8%) |
| 4 | Leo GroarkePresident and Vice-Chancellor | Trent University | $372,299 | $24,400 | $0 (+0.0%) |
| 5 | Jasbir RainaChief Administrative Officer | City Of Peterborough | $330,327 | $1,808 | +$27,887 (+9.2%) |
| 6 | Stuart BettsChief of Police | City Of Peterborough | $280,817 | $20,027 | +$20,266 (+7.8%) |
| 7 | Noel BennettVice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $275,321 | $2,588 | +$45,319 (+19.7%) |
| 8 | Cheryl CoombesExecutive Vice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $274,538 | $2,760 | +$9,538 (+3.6%) |
| 9 | Tariq Al-IdrissiVice-President, Finance and Administration | Trent University | $272,701 | $1,411 | $0 (+0.0%) |
| 10 | Richard FreymondCommissioner, Finance and Corporate Support Services | City Of Peterborough | $271,795 | $1,486 | +$18,127 (+7.1%) |
| 11 | Sheldon LaidmanCommissioner, Community Services | City Of Peterborough | $271,795 | $1,486 | +$18,127 (+7.1%) |
| 12 | David PottsCommissioner, Legislative Services/City Solicitor | City Of Peterborough | $265,666 | $1,456 | +$23,121 (+9.5%) |
| 13 | Bruce CaterProfessor | Trent University | $264,599 | $788 | +$21,453 (+8.8%) |
| 14 | Sheridan GrahamChief Administrative Officer, Deputy Clerk, Deputy Treasurer | County Of Peterborough | $264,364 | $12,395 | +$39,605 (+17.6%) |
| 15 | Sean MartinVice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $260,037 | $2,501 | +$30,036 (+13.1%) |
| 16 | Blair NelsonCommissioner, Infrastructure, Planning and Growth Management | City Of Peterborough | $259,821 | $1,422 | +$42,809 (+19.7%) |
| 17 | Holger HintelmannVice-President, Research and Innovation | Trent University | $258,900 | $1,360 | +$5,287 (+2.1%) |
| 18 | Evan LyonsVice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $255,314 | $2,568 | +$35,044 (+15.9%) |
| 19 | Jennifer TaylorVice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $254,499 | $2,560 | +$24,498 (+10.7%) |
| 20 | Julie DavisVice-President, External Relations and Development | Trent University | $254,199 | $10,943 | $0 (+0.0%) |
| 21 | Theresa KnottExecutive Vice President, Academic Experience | Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and Technology | $253,964 | $625 | +$44,897 (+21.5%) |
| 22 | Al LambertExecutive Vice President, Human Resources and Organizational Development | Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and Technology | $253,964 | $625 | +$19,935 (+8.5%) |
| 23 | Mark SkinnerProvost and Vice-President, Academic | Trent University | $253,737 | $1,342 | +$33,026 (+15.0%) |
| 24 | Suresh NarineProfessor | Trent University | $252,337 | $808 | +$10,825 (+4.5%) |
| 25 | Paula HarringtonVice President | Peterborough Regional Health Centre | $248,360 | $2,501 | +$18,359 (+8.0%) |
Employers based in Peterborough County
Hospitals & Boards of Public Health
Peterborough Regional Health Centre
736people, 2025
$115,000median salary
since 19992025
Universities
Trent University
454people, 2025
$141,421median salary
since 19962025
Municipalities & Services
City Of Peterborough
451people, 2025
$129,913median salary
since 19992025
Colleges
Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and Technology
250people, 2025
$132,188median salary
since 20172025
Municipalities & Services
County Of Peterborough
127people, 2025
$116,672median salary
since 20032025
Municipalities & Services
Township Of Selwyn
17people, 2025
$117,407median salary
since 20132025
Municipalities & Services
Municipality Of Trent Lakes
9people, 2025
$127,796median salary
since 20132025
Municipalities & Services
Township Of Cavan Monaghan
9people, 2025
$128,445median salary
since 20072025
| Employer | People | Median | Placed by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterborough Regional Health CentreHospitals & Boards of Public Health | 736 | $115,000 | in Peterborough |
| Trent UniversityUniversities | 454 | $141,421 | in Peterborough |
| City Of PeterboroughMunicipalities & Services | 451 | $129,913 | in Peterborough |
| Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and TechnologyColleges | 250 | $132,188 | in Peterborough |
| County Of PeterboroughMunicipalities & Services | 127 | $116,672 | its name |
| Township Of SelwynMunicipalities & Services | 17 | $117,407 | in Selwyn |
| Municipality Of Trent LakesMunicipalities & Services | 9 | $127,796 | in Trent Lakes |
| Township Of Cavan MonaghanMunicipalities & Services | 9 | $128,445 | in Cavan Monaghan |
| Township Of North KawarthaMunicipalities & Services | 7 | $123,494 | in North Kawartha |
| Township Of Douro-DummerMunicipalities & Services | 5 | $115,585 | in Douro-Dummer |
| Township Of Havelock-Belmont-MethuenMunicipalities & Services | 5 | $121,653 | in Havelock-Belmont-Methuen |
Cities in Peterborough County
| City | People | Median | Employers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterborough | 1,891 | $124,899 | 4 |
| Selwyn | 17 | $117,407 | 1 |
| Trent Lakes | 9 | $127,796 | 1 |
| Cavan Monaghan | 9 | $128,445 | 1 |
| North Kawartha | 7 | $123,494 | 1 |
| Douro-Dummer | 5 | $115,585 | 1 |
| Havelock-Belmont-Methuen | 5 | $121,653 | 1 |
Most common jobs
People with each title, 2025.
By sector
| Sector | People | Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Boards of Public Health | 736 | 1 |
| Municipalities & Services | 630 | 8 |
| Universities | 454 | 1 |
| Colleges | 250 | 1 |
People on the list by year
2.1K +9.8%
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| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 70 |
| 2003 | 114 |
| 2004 | 131 |
| 2005 | 181 |
| 2006 | 191 |
| 2007 | 206 |
| 2008 | 257 |
| 2009 | 309 |
| 2010 | 314 |
| 2011 | 348 |
| 2012 | 413 |
| 2013 | 405 |
| 2014 | 465 |
| 2015 | 613 |
| 2016 | 545 |
| 2017 | 664 |
| 2018 | 860 |
| 2019 | 909 |
| 2020 | 1,135 |
| 2021 | 1,143 |
| 2022 | 1,294 |
| 2023 | 1,711 |
| 2024 | 1,885 |
| 2025 | 2,070 |
Median salary by year
Peterborough County medianOntario median
$124K +2.2%
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| Year | Peterborough County | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | $103,368 | $113,423 |
| 1997 | $113,833 | |
| 1998 | $102,499 | $112,006 |
| 1999 | $105,340 | $112,914 |
| 2000 | $104,511 | $113,847 |
| 2001 | $106,606 | $115,801 |
| 2002 | $109,782 | $116,976 |
| 2003 | $114,019 | $115,350 |
| 2004 | $114,057 | $115,563 |
| 2005 | $119,587 | $115,652 |
| 2006 | $122,533 | $116,135 |
| 2007 | $121,952 | $115,813 |
| 2008 | $121,421 | $115,001 |
| 2009 | $120,201 | $115,274 |
| 2010 | $120,650 | $115,250 |
| 2011 | $118,810 | $115,352 |
| 2012 | $119,443 | $115,302 |
| 2013 | $120,929 | $115,414 |
| 2014 | $121,312 | $115,782 |
| 2015 | $117,950 | $115,332 |
| 2016 | $120,159 | $115,440 |
| 2017 | $116,391 | $115,881 |
| 2018 | $113,808 | $115,487 |
| 2019 | $114,392 | $115,284 |
| 2020 | $116,063 | $113,876 |
| 2021 | $116,129 | $111,295 |
| 2022 | $116,823 | $112,439 |
| 2023 | $120,829 | $115,292 |
| 2024 | $121,185 | $125,365 |
| 2025 | $123,904 | $122,262 |
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Questions and answers
How many public employees in Peterborough County are paid $100,000 or more?
2,070 people at 11 employers based in Peterborough County were on the 2025 list, +9.8% on 2024.
What is the median public sector salary in Peterborough County?
$123,904 among the people on the 2025 list at employers based in Peterborough County, against $122,262 for all of Ontario.
Who is the highest-paid public employee in Peterborough County?
In 2025, Maureen Adamson, President at Sir Sandford Fleming Of Applied Arts and Technology, with a salary of $512,428.
Which employer in Peterborough County has the most people on the list?
Peterborough Regional Health Centre, with 736 people in 2025.
Which employers count as being in Peterborough County?
Those placed in this area by their name, by where their schools or hospital sites are, or by their main campus. Province-wide employers are not placed, so people who live or work in Peterborough County for a ministry, Ontario Power Generation or the OPP are not counted here.
Why is someone not on the list?
Only people paid $100,000 or more in the year are listed, and only by the public employers the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996 covers. Someone paid less that year, or working elsewhere, does not appear.