Kara Merriam
Department Head
Employer
Ottawa Catholic School BoardProvince
OntarioYear
2024Sector
School BoardsJob Title
Department HeadCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$129,530.82
-4.5% YoY
Career Earnings
$374,264.99
3 years on record
Career High
$135,654.84
in 2024
Average Annual
$124,755.00
+19% total growth
2024 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$135,556.49
Benefits
$98.35
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $129,530.82 | -4.5% |
| 2024 | $135,654.84 | +24.4% |
| 2023 | $109,079.33 | — |
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