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MP Mike Dawson Rejects Controversial $8,800 Pay Raise

2/24/2026

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Mike Dawson, the New Brunswick MP, rejected a legislated $8,800 pay raise that would have increased his salary from $209,800 to $218,611.
The raises are estimated at 4.3% this year and are determined by the House of Commons’ Board of Internal Economy.
A public poll shows 57% support Dawson's decision while 80% oppose automatic pay raises for MPs.

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Mike Dawson, the New Brunswick MP, rejected a legislated $8,800 pay raise that would have increased his salary from $209,800 to $218,611.
The raises are estimated at 4.3% this year and are determined by the House of Commons’ Board of Internal Economy.
A public poll shows 57% support Dawson's decision while 80% oppose automatic pay raises for MPs.