Item - 2026.RA24.6

Tracking Status

  • This item was considered by CreateTO on March 6, 2026 and was adopted without amendment.

RA24.6 - Staffing Matters - Cost of Living Adjustment

Decision Type:
ACTION
Status:
Adopted
Wards:
All

Board Decision

The Board of Directors, CreateTO:


1. Approved and directed the Chief Executive Officer to implement a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for all CreateTO employees for the 2026 fiscal year, aligned with the percentage provided by the City of Toronto to its non-union employees.

Origin

(March 3, 2026) Report from the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO

Summary

As part of CreateTO’s ongoing commitment to maintaining competitive compensation and fostering employee retention, the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO is recommending the implementation of a cost-of-living adjustment ("COLA") within the Board-approved budget. This annual practice aligns with the City of Toronto’s approved increase and reflects the organization’s responsiveness to economic conditions.

Background Information

(March 3, 2026) Report from the Chief Executive Officer, CreateTO on Staffing Matters - Cost of Living Adjustment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2026/ra/bgrd/backgroundfile-284951.pdf

Motions

Motion to Add New Business at Committee moved by Allison Mendes (Carried)

Motion to Adopt Item moved by Allison Mendes (Carried)
Source: Toronto City Clerk at www.toronto.ca/council