Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Sunshine List 2024
Also filed as Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs (1998–2001, 2005–2012, 2015), Agriculture & Food (2003–2004) and Agriculture and Food (2002).
516 employees earning $100K+ · median $116,430 · average $122,283 · overview and trend →
Who makes the most at Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in 2024?
John Kelly, Deputy Minister, was paid $308,905 in 2024 — the highest total compensation among 516 Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs employees on the Sunshine List; the median salary there was $116,430.
All Employees · 516 in 2024 · page 1 of 3
| # | Name | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John KellyDeputy Minister | $302,927 | $308,905 |
| 2 | Randolph JackiwAssistant Deputy Minister, Economic Development | $236,038 | $236,336 |
| 3 | David HagartyAssistant Deputy Minister, Policy | $217,393 | $217,649 |
| 4 | Gregory WoottonChief Administrative Officer/Assistant Deputy Minister, Research and Corporate Services | $207,840 | $208,103 |
| 5 | Tanya Weber-KinchDirector, Food Safety Inspection Delivery | $195,289 | $195,527 |
| 6 | Scott DuffDirector, Rural Policy and Economic Development | $187,610 | $187,840 |
| 7 | Carolyn HamiltonDirector, Program Development and Integration | $184,807 | $185,044 |
| 8 | Renee BowlerAssistant Deputy Minister, Food Safety and Environment | $184,483 | $184,704 |
| 9 | Douglas ReddickDirector, Research and Innovation | $183,037 | $183,270 |
| 10 | Colleen Fitzgerald-HubbleDirector, Agriculture Development | $173,675 | $173,887 |
| 11 | Gregory WorleyDirector, Animal Health and Welfare/Chief Veterinarian of Ontario | $171,614 | $171,824 |
| 12 | Andrea MartinDirector, Food Safety and Environmental Policy | $166,003 | $166,206 |
| 13 | Alan CrawleyDirector, Rural Programs | $164,526 | $164,732 |
| 14 | Tamara FernandesDirector, Farm Finance | $164,455 | $164,664 |
| 15 | Brendan MckayDirector, Farm Products Marketing Commission Secretariat and Secretary to the Commission | $163,349 | $163,544 |
| 16 | Alaina OdaDirector, Strategic Human Resources | $162,699 | $162,906 |
| 17 | Karlheinz MaiterthDirector, Economic Development Policy | $162,467 | $162,675 |
| 18 | Jennifer KidonDirector, Business Planning and Financial Management | $161,670 | $161,876 |
| 19 | Natasha BartlettDirector, Food Safety Systems Development | $160,755 | $160,959 |
| 20 | David MeyerDirector, Strategic Policy | $160,637 | $160,833 |
| 21 | Nicola JacksonRegional Veterinarian | $159,237 | $159,413 |
| 22 | Laurie AdrienDirector, Business Services | $157,920 | $158,119 |
| 23 | Basia FlorioDirector, Labour, Trade and Economic Development | $157,889 | $158,088 |
| 24 | Christopher StackManager, Rural Policy and Engagement | $153,545 | $153,728 |
| 25 | Richard BerthiaumeManager, Rural Economic Development | $153,535 | $153,718 |
| 26 | David SpencerDirector, Communications | $152,837 | $153,033 |
| 27 | Elizabeth DiamondExecutive Assistant and Manager Corporate Services | $152,626 | $152,806 |
| 28 | Peter CoughlerManager, Business Analysis and Resources | $151,467 | $151,649 |
| 29 | J HandleyManager, Horticulture Technology | $150,707 | $150,890 |
| 30 | Anne GuthrieManager, Business Support Services | $150,653 | $150,836 |
| 31 | Ross KellyManager, Resource Information and Business Services | $150,653 | $150,836 |
| 32 | Graham FlemingManager, Sector Value Chain Policy | $150,650 | $150,833 |
| 33 | Dan CarlowManager, Approvals, Certification and Licensing | $150,446 | $150,628 |
| 34 | Michael RelfManager, Beef, Sheep and Goats | $148,031 | $148,212 |
| 35 | Inayatur RahmanRegional Veterinarian | $146,310 | $146,509 |
| 36 | Maureen Ec AndersonLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $146,272 | $146,449 |
| 37 | Denna BennVeterinarian, Chief Inspector | $146,272 | $146,449 |
| 38 | Timothy BlackwellLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $146,272 | $146,449 |
| 39 | Alison MooreLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $146,272 | $146,449 |
| 40 | Lucica RoscaLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $146,272 | $146,449 |
| 41 | Cynthia MiltenburgLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $146,262 | $146,439 |
| 42 | Andrew VinceVeterinary Scientist | $146,230 | $146,406 |
| 43 | Jennifer BousfieldManager, Inspection Operations Support | $145,884 | $146,068 |
| 44 | Adam MeyerManager, Research and Knowledge Management | $144,950 | $145,138 |
| 45 | Robert BlenkinsopManager, Protection and Assurance Policy | $144,868 | $145,050 |
| 46 | Richard SmithRegional Veterinarian | $144,828 | $145,003 |
| 47 | Kelli RiceManager, Research Accountability, Management and Administration | $144,786 | $144,969 |
| 48 | Christian ThomannManager, Planning and Analysis | $144,695 | $144,878 |
| 49 | Cale SelbyDirector, Environmental Management | $144,671 | $144,856 |
| 50 | Joel LocklinManager, Intergovernmental Relations | $144,840 | $144,840 |
| 51 | Kristen GreenManager, Monitoring and Analysis | $144,625 | $144,808 |
| 52 | Kim LandersManager, Inspection Programs | $144,509 | $144,691 |
| 53 | Eric BroxManager, Community Economic Development | $144,493 | $144,675 |
| 54 | Graham WebsterManager, Planning, Information and Coordination Services | $144,069 | $144,251 |
| 55 | Andrea RuskovaManager, Business and Rural Investment Programs | $143,201 | $143,384 |
| 56 | Paul InnesManager, Veterinary Science/Deputy Chief Veterinary of Ontario | $141,935 | $142,115 |
| 57 | William AlveyManager and Executive Advisor, Regulatory Compliance Ontario Centre of Excellence | $141,843 | $142,026 |
| 58 | John AnaniaManager, Economic Analysis | $141,813 | $141,996 |
| 59 | Troy JennerManager, Food Safety Science | $141,758 | $141,941 |
| 60 | Sarah WilsonManager, Labour and Technology | $141,543 | $141,726 |
| 61 | James MitchellManager, Innovation Engineering and Program Delivery West | $141,526 | $141,709 |
| 62 | Hans FeldmannManager, Policy Coordination | $141,315 | $141,497 |
| 63 | Mary ReidLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $140,922 | $141,097 |
| 64 | Gillian GraydonManager, Beef, Sheep and Goats | $140,656 | $140,834 |
| 65 | Timothy MetzgerRegional Manager, Food Safety Inspection - East | $140,541 | $140,722 |
| 66 | Gregory De VosManager, Dairy Cattle, Swine and Poultry | $140,328 | $140,494 |
| 67 | Jane WiddecombeManager, Business Investment and Development 2 | $139,784 | $139,960 |
| 68 | Michele DoncasterManager, Land Use Policy and Stewardship | $139,453 | $139,615 |
| 69 | Nicholus Van LankveldRegional Manager, Food Safety Inspection - West | $139,145 | $139,333 |
| 70 | Manjusri Pa WijekoonManager, Veterinary Inspection | $139,076 | $139,255 |
| 71 | Scott CollyerDirector of Stakeholders and Agribusiness | $138,946 | $139,094 |
| 72 | Jamie McburneySenior Risk and Data Analytics Advisor | $138,552 | $138,692 |
| 73 | Lillian WaldieManager, Strategy and Business Development | $137,938 | $138,102 |
| 74 | Denise ZaborowskiManager, Domestic Marketing | $137,124 | $137,305 |
| 75 | Caitlin KellyExecutive Advisor to Deputy Minister | $136,983 | $137,159 |
| 76 | Susan MihelchicManager, Corporate Controller | $136,845 | $137,025 |
| 77 | Jennifer WhalenManager, Horticulture Crops | $136,417 | $136,590 |
| 78 | John CordinerManager, Multi-Media and Visual Services | $136,010 | $136,185 |
| 79 | Christa ArsenaultLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $135,493 | $135,670 |
| 80 | Kevin FerraroManager, Trade Policy and Market Access | $135,473 | $135,641 |
| 81 | Andrew JamiesonManager, Innovation Engineering and Program Delivery - East | $134,871 | $135,041 |
| 82 | Susan MurrayManager, Greenhouse, Agroforestry and Speciality Crops | $134,530 | $134,703 |
| 83 | Elizabeth MorrisManager, Farm Product Marketing Commission Secretariat | $134,339 | $134,510 |
| 84 | Rajib HazarikaSenior Research Advisor | $134,077 | $134,238 |
| 85 | Stephen DuffSenior Economist | $134,012 | $134,173 |
| 86 | John TurveySenior Policy Advisor | $133,298 | $133,458 |
| 87 | Shain CameronSenior Policy Advisor | $133,271 | $133,431 |
| 88 | Robert Tj DoddChief of Staff | $133,254 | $133,428 |
| 89 | Matt DuffieldSenior Policy Advisor | $133,223 | $133,383 |
| 90 | Jake BeitzSenior Policy Advisor | $133,176 | $133,336 |
| 91 | Abdullah SaadSenior Policy Advisor | $133,135 | $133,296 |
| 92 | Julie JamiesonSenior Policy Advisor | $133,118 | $133,278 |
| 93 | Christine CardFood Safety Team Lead - Agriculture | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 94 | Kim DekleinTeam Lead | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 95 | Veseljka GrahovacSenior Policy Advisor | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 96 | Ami MartellTeam Lead, Program Support | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 97 | David MeinenSenior Policy Advisor | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 98 | Stephen MorrisTeam Lead | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 99 | Christine RectorSenior Program Advisor | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 100 | Jennifer TurnbullSenior Policy Advisor | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 101 | Donald MillsSenior Policy Advisor | $133,094 | $133,255 |
| 102 | John CummingSenior Policy Advisor | $133,006 | $133,166 |
| 103 | Dean PostTeam Lead | $133,003 | $133,163 |
| 104 | Kathryn ZuccalaSenior Program Advisor | $132,865 | $133,026 |
| 105 | Karla UlianaSenior Policy Advisor | $132,807 | $132,968 |
| 106 | Zaklina KrstevManager, Trade and Investment 1 | $132,658 | $132,830 |
| 107 | Alexandra LeavertonSenior Policy Advisor | $132,546 | $132,707 |
| 108 | Hannah GolightlyLead Veterinarian, Animal Health and Welfare | $132,457 | $132,620 |
| 109 | Ivana Pekaric-FalakSenior Policy Advisor | $131,882 | $132,042 |
| 110 | Allison Holly DolanManager, Environment Stewardship Policy | $131,841 | $132,012 |
| 111 | David PenfoldManager, Organizational Development | $131,800 | $131,966 |
| 112 | Jennifer RichardsTeam Lead, Senior Environment Program Analyst | $131,589 | $131,750 |
| 113 | Mark JonkerTeam Lead | $131,295 | $131,442 |
| 114 | Michael FlorioSenior Program Analyst | $131,182 | $131,340 |
| 115 | Darren ShockTeam Lead, Knowledge Management | $131,079 | $131,239 |
| 116 | Malgorzata RutherfordManager, Business Support Services | $131,071 | $131,231 |
| 117 | Andrea SmallwoodSenior Policy Advisor | $131,015 | $131,171 |
| 118 | Amber BringlesonManager, Program Coordination | $130,774 | $130,915 |
| 119 | Magdy EldakikyManager, Food Safety Programs | $130,239 | $130,407 |
| 120 | Timothy BrookDrainage Program Coordinator | $130,234 | $130,403 |
| 121 | Lina CimarrustiSenior Policy and Program Analyst | $130,143 | $130,291 |
| 122 | Alexander KarapetovSenior Policy Advisor | $129,859 | $130,019 |
| 123 | Sarah ElliottSenior Program Advisor | $129,334 | $129,495 |
| 124 | Michael RichardsonSenior Policy Advisor | $129,033 | $129,194 |
| 125 | Doran KirkbrightVeterinary Scientist | $128,842 | $128,997 |
| 126 | Teri LynchManager, Planning, Information and Coordination Services | $128,638 | $128,805 |
| 127 | Amanda CulverwellTeam Lead | $128,444 | $128,601 |
| 128 | Fiona SomervillePolicy Advisor | $128,343 | $128,493 |
| 129 | Robin Di TostoTeam Lead | $128,334 | $128,489 |
| 130 | Heather KinnearSenior Program Advisor | $128,149 | $128,308 |
| 131 | Christine WengerManager, Insurance and Partnerships | $127,799 | $127,964 |
| 132 | Darlene HarriethaProject Analyst | $127,713 | $127,864 |
| 133 | Danielle VisschedykProject Manager | $127,578 | $127,730 |
| 134 | Ornella OsborneAssistant Director and Manager, Strategic Communications | $127,210 | $127,371 |
| 135 | Rebecca ShorttManager, Innovation Engineering and Program Delivery West | $127,094 | $127,337 |
| 136 | Giselle Vanneste-PaineProject Analyst | $127,187 | $127,337 |
| 137 | Margarete BucklerRegional Veterinarian | $126,748 | $127,048 |
| 138 | Laurel DavisSenior Policy Advisor | $126,835 | $126,998 |
| 139 | Kelly JacksonResearch Analyst | $126,730 | $126,881 |
| 140 | Kamal AkhtarSenior Policy and Program Advisor | $126,481 | $126,629 |
| 141 | Cohen James LangerakTeam Lead, Senior Environment Program Analyst | $126,432 | $126,580 |
| 142 | Hannah AndersonChief of Staff | $126,316 | $126,478 |
| 143 | Pamela MartellManager, Human Resources Solutions | $126,265 | $126,428 |
| 144 | Cindy Bradley-MacmillanProgram Analyst | $126,047 | $126,199 |
| 145 | Kelley KnightSenior Research Advisor | $125,917 | $126,068 |
| 146 | Jeffrey O’DonnellTeam Lead | $125,624 | $125,776 |
| 147 | Rebecca Force VinceBusiness Planning and Fiscal Lead | $125,450 | $125,601 |
| 148 | Elizabeth VosPlanning and Projects Coordinator | $125,449 | $125,601 |
| 149 | Jaswinder BainsSenior Program Analyst | $125,445 | $125,595 |
| 150 | Mark ZedoProgram Coordinator - Finance | $125,432 | $125,583 |
| 151 | Gregory PateSenior Program Analyst | $125,422 | $125,574 |
| 152 | Audrey GuillotBusiness Planning and Fiscal Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 153 | Sandra JonesPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 154 | Julio MendozaEconomic Policy Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 155 | Magda WolanowskaPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 156 | Tina BerryProgram Coordinator - Finance | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 157 | Harry BishopProject Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 158 | Joan BlackwoodAccounting and Reporting Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 159 | Ricky BondFood Safety Advisor - Dairy | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 160 | Emily BoylanResearch Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 161 | Suzanne ConquerAnimal Health and Welfare Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 162 | Michele CoppolaAccounting and Reporting Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 163 | Charles CushmanTeam Lead, Information Management | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 164 | Christopher DukeProgram Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 165 | Molly ElliottFood Safety Advisor - Industry | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 166 | Martha FabriSurveillance Food Safety Science Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 167 | Anna FormusiakResearch Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 168 | Karen HessControllership and Risk Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 169 | Zahirul IslamProject Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 170 | Dusko JanusevFood Safety Advisor - Regulatory | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 171 | Sheri JennerBusiness Planning and Fiscal Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 172 | Corinne JohnstonBusiness Services Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 173 | Christine KayeCoordinator, Veterinary Services | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 174 | Gavin LawsonCoordinator, Agriculture and Food Laboratory Program | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 175 | Dennis LoyolaBusiness Planning and Fiscal Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 176 | Tanya MarissenResearch Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 177 | Nicole Alexandra RobbRegulatory and Standards Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 178 | Tania SendelAnimal Health and Welfare Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 179 | Jennifer StevensonPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 180 | Kristy SymonAdvisor, Veterinary Services | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 181 | Patrick ThorntonPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 182 | Jennifer Van GerwenAnimal Health and Welfare Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 183 | Shaira WahidEconomic Policy Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 184 | Michael Jj WeberPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 185 | Mark WhiteSenior Project and Program Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 186 | Christina WilkenAnimal Health and Welfare Coordinator | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 187 | Matthew WilsonNutrient Management Program Team Lead | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 188 | Stephen MilneProject Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 189 | Lisa GrbinicekPolicy Advisor | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 190 | Vanessa TaylorSenior Program Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 191 | Daniella MolnarAgriculture Program Analyst | $125,365 | $125,516 |
| 192 | Joseph CillisProject Analyst | $125,360 | $125,511 |
| 193 | Anna ScottProject Analyst | $125,365 | $125,510 |
| 194 | Teresa FerreiraFood Safety Advisor - Regulatory | $125,350 | $125,502 |
| 195 | Martha TovellPlanning and Projects Coordinator | $125,215 | $125,367 |
| 196 | Karen GarrettProject Analyst | $125,183 | $125,334 |
| 197 | Melissa HaveroenFood Scientist, Horticulture, Dairy, Meat and Fish | $125,063 | $125,215 |
| 198 | Patrick StevensSenior Program Advisor | $125,028 | $125,190 |
| 199 | Amy Rutgers-KellySenior Policy Advisor | $124,883 | $125,041 |
| 200 | Emefa MonuFood Scientist, Horticulture, Dairy, Meat and Fish | $124,718 | $124,867 |
| 201 | Theresa MccartIssues Strategist | $124,284 | $124,434 |
| 202 | Susan CollierPolicy Advisor | $124,124 | $124,265 |
| 203 | Kowsalya BalagurunathanManager, Corporate Planning and Projects | $124,114 | $124,261 |
| 204 | Christine O’Neill-HawthorneChief Instructor | $124,075 | $124,234 |
| 205 | Barry PotterEconomic and Business Advisor | $123,919 | $124,155 |
| 206 | Janna Arntz-GrayTeam Lead, Senior Environment Program Analyst | $123,882 | $124,039 |
| 207 | Benjamin HindmarshPolicy Advisor | $123,774 | $124,022 |
| 208 | Kimberley PeagramProject Analyst | $123,835 | $124,010 |
| 209 | Kristy MitrovicManager, Financial Operations | $123,728 | $123,875 |
| 210 | Sarah Ee LuehofPolicy Advisor | $123,664 | $123,816 |
| 211 | Carla RoystonTeam Lead, Food Safety Program Development | $123,561 | $123,722 |
| 212 | Leah AlvianoExecutive Assistant to Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy Division | $123,552 | $123,711 |
| 213 | Kathryn BittenRegional Manager, Food Safety Inspection - Central/North | $120,378 | $123,562 |
| 214 | Jason WallTeam Lead | $123,281 | $123,442 |
| 215 | Edward Timothy FishSenior Policy Advisor | $123,190 | $123,351 |
| 216 | Lynda GourlayProject Analyst | $123,043 | $123,179 |
| 217 | Goce ManevskiArea Manager, Food Safety Inspection - Vineland | $121,450 | $123,125 |
| 218 | Susan EvansSenior Policy Advisor | $122,674 | $122,832 |
| 219 | Robin La Keith HoffmanProject Analyst | $121,972 | $122,120 |
| 220 | Alethea WeirSenior Policy and Program Advisor | $121,852 | $121,989 |
| 221 | Trevor RobakPolicy Advisor | $121,777 | $121,923 |
| 222 | Sara AvoledoProject Management Specialist | $121,546 | $121,546 |
| 223 | Carolyn SwitzerSenior Policy and Program Advisor | $121,305 | $121,464 |
| 224 | Jennifer KucharczykFood Safety Team Lead - Food Industry | $121,302 | $121,448 |
| 225 | Michael HayPolicy Advisor | $120,958 | $121,108 |
| 226 | Bianca JamiesonProject Analyst | $120,847 | $120,986 |
| 227 | Sharon FehrmannSenior Program Analyst | $120,721 | $120,872 |
| 228 | Elin GwynResearch Analyst | $120,625 | $120,772 |
| 229 | Christopher JonesSenior Policy and Program Advisor | $120,606 | $120,747 |
| 230 | Melissa OllevierPolicy Advisor | $120,412 | $120,557 |
| 231 | Carrie ConnellyHuman Resources Business Advisor | $120,251 | $120,400 |
| 232 | Christopher ThemelisManager, Compliance Modernization | $120,154 | $120,309 |
| 233 | Made QuaySenior Change Management and Engagement Advisor | $120,012 | $120,263 |
| 234 | Lorne GrantSenior Project and Program Coordinator | $119,924 | $120,069 |
| 235 | Ryan PuvirajDirector of Policy | $119,513 | $119,668 |
| 236 | Drew CrinklawPolicy Advisor | $119,221 | $119,363 |
| 237 | Nicole RabeSenior Research Advisor | $119,061 | $119,213 |
| 238 | Sherry PersaudManager, Farm and Food Labour Policy | $118,863 | $119,017 |
| 239 | Marlene PaibomesaiProgram Analyst | $118,714 | $118,958 |
| 240 | Claudia ViatelaProject Management Specialist | $118,732 | $118,875 |
| 241 | Robin ScottResearch Analyst | $118,353 | $118,497 |
| 242 | Santiago PalacioSenior Project Lead Digital Modernization | $118,258 | $118,399 |
| 243 | Kiran PandeyEconomic and Business Advisor | $118,091 | $118,323 |
| 244 | Jodee WilliamsFood Safety Inspector | $117,998 | $118,188 |
| 245 | Kelly WardPlanning and Projects Coordinator | $118,021 | $118,164 |
| 246 | Jaime PurvesBusiness Planning and Fiscal Lead | $117,612 | $117,759 |
| 247 | Ada ChanProject Analyst | $117,596 | $117,738 |
| 248 | Sarah FlemstromTeam Lead | $117,499 | $117,641 |
| 249 | Laura MuirExecutive Assistant to Assistant Deputy Minister, Economic Development Division | $117,467 | $117,620 |
| 250 | Chandra-Lin LambPolicy Advisor | $117,474 | $117,616 |
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