Minimum Wage In 4 Canadian Provinces

Last Updated On 28 July 2024, 12:28 PM EDT (Toronto Time)

The new minimum wage in four Canadian provinces, including Ontario, will come into effect on October 1, 2024.

So, we gathered information about each province in Canada, as well as the new minimum wage that will take effect this October.

Regardless of age or number of hours worked, all employees receive the same minimum pay.

On the other hand, particular provinces might have laws governing the minimum wage for students under the age of 18 or special scenarios.

Below is the summary of new minimum wages in 4 Canadian provinces beginning October 1.

1. Ontario Minimum Wage

According to the province’s announcement on March 27, the new minimum wage in Ontario will be $17.20 per hour as of October 1.

The current minimum wage in Ontario, which is $16.55, went into force on October 1, 2023. On October 1, 2024, Ontario’s general minimum wage will rise to $17.20.

Additionally, under the age of 18, students who work 28 hours a week or fewer during the school year or during breaks or summer vacations will see a rise in their minimum wage from $15.60 to $16.20 per hour.

Additionally, it will also rise from $18.20 to $18.90 per hour for those who work from home.

2. Manitoba Minimum Wage

Manitoba’s new $15.30 per hour minimum wage will come into effect on October 1.

On October 1, 2024, the minimum wage in Manitoba will rise from $15.30 to $15.80 per hour. Good news for people in Manitoba.

Currently, on October 1st of each year, the government makes annual adjustments based on the provincial CPI.

3. Saskatchewan

Starting on October 1, the new minimum wage in Saskatchewan will be $15 per hour.

The minimum wage in Saskatchewan will rise from $14 to $15.00 per hour on October 1, 2024, according to a government announcement.

Considering the present provincial rates, this is a respectable raise.

4. Prince Edward Island

Starting on October 1, the new minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will be $16 per hour.

On April 1, 2024, the minimum wage of $15.40 went into effect and on October 1, 2024, the hourly wage rates will again rise to $16 per hour.

Minimum wages in Canada and all the provinces

Here is a summary of the most recent minimum wage rates.

Province / Territory	Current hourly Minimum Wage	Next Raise Schedule
Canada (only federally regulated private sectors)	$17.30	April 1, 2025
Yukon	$17.59	April 1, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador	$15.60	April 1, 2025
Nova Scotia	$15.20	April 1, 2025
Prince Edward Island	$15.40	April 1, 2025
New Brunswick	$15.30	April 1, 2025
Nunavut	$19.00	Yet to be decided
British Columbia	$17.40	Next raise will be on June 1, 2025
Ontario	$16.55	minimum wage is to be revised on October 1, 2024
Northwest Territories	$16.05	Yet to be decided
Manitoba	$15.30	$15.80 per hour, effective October 1, 2024
Quebec	$15.75	next raise will be on May 1, 2025
Alberta	$15.00	Yet to be decided
Saskatchewan	$14.00	$15 per hour, effective October 1, 2024

Minimum wages across Canada and next raise dates

The upcoming changes in the minimum wage across various provinces in Canada reflect a commitment to supporting workers amid rising costs of living.

These adjustments aim to provide fair compensation, ensuring workers can maintain a reasonable standard of living.

For businesses, these changes require careful financial planning but also offer an opportunity to improve employee satisfaction and retention.

Keeping abreast of these changes is crucial for both employees and employers to navigate the evolving economic landscape effectively.

As these new rates come into effect, they will play a significant role in shaping the economic and social fabric of Canada.

What is minimum wage in Ontario 2024?

$16.55 per hour is the minimum wage in Ontario which came into effect October of last year.

This is set to increase to $17.20 per hour on October 1, 2024

What is the student minimum wage in Ontario?

$15.60 per hour is the minimum wage for students in Ontario under the age of 18 who work less than 28 hours per week.

Gagandeep Kaur Sekhon

Gagandeep Kaur Sekhon moved to Canada in 2010 on a study visa. She navigated through the ups and downs of her student life and gained her permanent residency in 2015. Today, she is a proud Canadian citizen residing in Calgary, Alberta. She is mother of 2 beautiful daughters and making her difference through writing and guidance at INC – Immigration News Canada.