Michael Hignell
Firefighter
Employer
City Of OttawaProvince
OntarioYear
2024Sector
Municipalities & ServicesJob Title
FirefighterCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$142,780.25
+13.1% YoY
Career Earnings
$395,023.20
3 years on record
Career High
$142,780.25
in 2025
Average Annual
$131,674.40
+13% total growth
2024 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$125,555.97
Benefits
$656.40
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $142,780.25 | +13.1% |
| 2024 | $126,212.37 | +0.1% |
| 2023 | $126,030.58 | – |
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