Judges say they need a $60,000 raise to attract top talent. The government disagrees

Judges in Canada are requesting a $60,000 raise to their annual salary of $414,900, citing difficulties in attracting top legal talent due to a significant pay gap with private sector lawyers. The government opposes this increase, arguing that judges receive competitive compensation and that current economic conditions do not support such a raise.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Canada’s Chief Justice Richard Wagner and judges are advocating for a $60,000 salary increase to attract top legal talent, while the government argues that their current compensation, which includes significant benefits, is sufficient amidst economic challenges.

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