# Thunder Bay Library Workers Reject $100k Claim

> Thunder Bay library workers say only management earns $100k a year, not all staff.
- Title: Thunder Bay Library Workers Reject $100k Claim · Financialpost
- Summary: Thunder Bay library workers say only management earns $100k a year, not all staff. Thunder Bay library workers reject employer's claim that all staff earn…
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## Union Challenges CEO's Claim
Thunder Bay Public Library's CEO claimed most workers earn six figures, but union says only management makes $100,000 annually.

> The only ones making $100,000 a year or more at the Library are management
## Librarians Represented by CUPE 87
CUPE 87 represents seven full-time librarians across four branches, making up nine percent of the unionized workforce.
## Wage Discrepancy in Thunder Bay
Librarians earn $84,000 to $89,000 annually, below provincial average despite Northern Ontario's higher cost of living.
## CEO's Position Change
CEO Richard Togman changed his title from 'CEO/Head Librarian' to 'CEO' in 2022 due to lacking required education.
## Wage Dispute Details
The average salary for all 75 workers is between $50,000 and $60,000, with some earning less than $30,000 annually.
## Transparency Concerns
Library Board has not disclosed CEO or senior management salaries despite union requests for benefit usage data.
## Wage Increases in Ontario
Other Ontario libraries achieved 3% annual wage increases over three to four years, with premium pay for Sunday work.
## Next Steps for Strike
Community members will join phone action to engage city officials about strike and municipal elections.
## Key takeaway

Thunder Bay library workers reject employer's claim that all staff earn six figures, stating only management makes $100k annually.