Breaking News: Minimum Wages Rising in 5 Canadian Provinces

Starting October 1, 2025, five Canadian provinces will implement new minimum wage increases, impacting thousands of workers across various industries. Here’s a breakdown of the updated minimum wage rates:

– Ontario: $17.60 per hour, up from $17.20
– Student Minimum Wage (under 18, limited hours): $16.60 per hour, up from $16.20
– Homeworkers: $19.35 per hour, up from $18.90
– Manitoba: $16.00 per hour, up from $15.80, tied to the provincial Consumer Price Index (CPI)
– Saskatchewan: $15.35 per hour, up from $15.00, reflecting a balanced approach to support workers and businesses
– Nova Scotia: $16.50 per hour, up from $15.70, with future increases aligned to CPI plus 1%
– Prince Edward Islan*: $16.50 per hour, up from $16.00, with a further increase to $17.00 per hour planned for April 1, 2026

These changes aim to enhance financial stability for low-wage earners and address rising living costs across Canada. Key sectors impacted include retail, hospitality, and tourism