The minimum wage is the lowest wage rate an employer can legally pay in Canada. The Government of Canada is primarily responsible for setting the federal minimum wage. While the provincial government sets its own provincial minimum wage. The minimum wage in Canada is currently 16.65 dollars. Government of Canada generally sets the wage rate and this is the federal minimum. This is the hourly wage rate that the employers must pay legally to their employees. Canada’s minimum wage rate is applicable from April 1, 2023, onwards. Previously, the federal minimum wage rate in Canada was 15.55 dollars per hour. More information on the Canada Minimum Wage can be learned through the Minimum Wage Database.
Name | Canada Minimum Wage |
Country | Canada |
Federal Minimum Wage | 16.65 dollars |
Effective from | April 1, 2023 |
Federal Minimum Wage set by | Government of Canada |