📍 More Than 4,000 Thunder Bay Workers Named on 2026 Sunshine List
Ontario’s annual Sunshine List has been released, revealing more than 4,000 Thunder Bay employees earned $100,000 or more in 2025. Thunder Bay Regional Hospital led local Sunshine List entries with over 1,000 employees, including CEO Rhonda Crocker Elott at $494,000 and Janet Deill at $386,000. The City of Thunder Bay had over 750 employees on the list, with Police Chief Darcy Fleury earning $318,000 and City Manager John Colin at $237,000. Traffic Sergeant Justin Deuke made $277,000 and former Fire Chief Dave Paxton earned $218,000 before retirement. EMS Chief Shane Mir rounded out the municipal leadership at $174,000. The Sunshine List covers public sector workers across education, healthcare, and municipal sectors throughout Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario.
The story has captured the attention of residents throughout the Thunder Bay area, with community members closely monitoring developments as they unfold in the coming days and weeks ahead.
“This is a significant development for our community,” said a local official. “We encourage all Thunder Bay residents to stay informed and engaged with local news.”
Thunder Bay and the surrounding Northwestern Ontario region continue to see active community involvement in local affairs. Staying informed is one of the best ways residents can contribute to positive outcomes for our community.
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📍 Source: TBT News / Ontario Treasury Board | 🗓️ Published: April 01, 2026 | 🏠 ThunderBay.Online
