James Kelso
Firefighter
Employer
City Of OttawaProvince
OntarioYear
2024Sector
Municipalities & ServicesJob Title
FirefighterCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$133,297.25
+12.3% YoY
Career Earnings
$374,433.51
3 years on record
Career High
$133,297.25
in 2025
Average Annual
$124,811.17
+9% total growth
2024 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$118,083.55
Benefits
$656.40
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $133,297.25 | +12.3% |
| 2024 | $118,739.95 | -3.0% |
| 2023 | $122,396.31 | – |
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