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The new minimum wage in four Canadian provinces including Ontario will be effective from 1st October, 2024. Regardless of age or number of hours worked, all employees receive the same minimum pay. The upcoming changes in the minimum wage across various provinces in Canada reflect a commitment to supporting workers amid rising costs of living. The aim of these adjustments is to provide fair compensation ensuring that the workers maintain a reasonable standard of living.
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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 |
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