Key Points
- Ontario, Canada, will increase the province’s minimum wage to $16.55 per hour beginning October 1, 2023
Overview
The Government of Ontario, Canada, will increase the province’s minimum wage to $16.55 per hour beginning October 1, 2023. This change will mark a 6.8% increase and result in an annual pay increase of nearly $2,200 for individuals working 40 hours per week.
What are the Changes?
Ontario’s government will increase its provincial minimum wage by 6.8% beginning October 2023. According to the government, this change will benefit low-income workers in the province.
Looking Ahead
Check the Government of Canada website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development, Government of Ontario
