As we continue to move through 2024, and in response to the continued increases to the cost of living experienced by Canadians, jurisdictions across the Country are adjusting their minimum wages. We have prepared the below summary of current and upcoming increases to general minimum wages across the various Canada jurisdictions.
| Jurisdiction | General Minimum Wage Rate | Effective Date |
| British Columbia | $16.75
$17.40 |
June 1, 2023
June 1, 2024
|
| Alberta | $15.00 | October 1, 2018
|
| Manitoba | $15.30
$15.80 |
October 1, 2023
October 1, 2024
|
| New Brunswick | $15.30 | April 1, 2024
|
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $15.60 | April 1, 2024
|
| Northwest Territories | $16.05 | September 1, 2023
|
| Nova Scotia | $15.20 | April 1, 2024
|
| Nunavut | $19.00 | January 1, 2024
|
| Ontario | $16.55
$17.20 |
October 1, 2023
October 1, 2024
|
| Prince Edward Island | $15.40
$16.00 |
April 1, 2024
October 1, 2024
|
| Quebec | $15.25
$15.75 |
May 1, 2023
May 1, 2024
|
| Saskatchewan | $14.00
$15.00 |
October 1, 2023
October 1, 2024
|
| Yukon | $17.59 | April 1, 2024
|
| Federal | $17.30 | April 1, 2024
|
As always, if you have any questions, please contact ClientCare to schedule a call to discuss with an Advisor.