David Farrar
President and Vice-Chancellor
Employer
McMaster UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2023Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
President and Vice-ChancellorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$488,506.35
-7.6% YoY
Career Earnings
$1,483,688.30
3 years on record
Career High
$528,908.22
in 2024
Average Annual
$494,562.77
+5% total growth
2023 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$456,307.93
Benefits
$9,965.80
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $488,506.35 | -7.6% |
| 2024 | $528,908.22 | +13.4% |
| 2023 | $466,273.73 | — |
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