Ontario’s minimum wage is rising in October. But is it enough for workers to support themselves full-time?

Ontario’s minimum wage rises to $17.60 this week. Here’s how it compares to the rest of Canada

The province announced an increase to Ontario’s minimum wage that will take effect on Oct. 1. The Ontario government is raising the minimum wage 40 cents – from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour – effective Oct. 1.

Ontario’s minimum wage is getting a small boost on Oct. 1

Amid concerns of slower economic growth and a prolonged period of high inflation, Ontario is set to raise its minimum wage on Oct. 1

Ontario's minimum wage increasing again

As of October 1, the minimum wage in the province is going up by $0.40 to $17.60 an hour.

Ontario’s minimum wage is rising in October. But is it enough for workers to support themselves full-time?

Ontario is boosting its minimum wage this October, but various experts say it is not enough to sustain daily life costs in large urban centres like Toronto.

Ontario Raising Minimum Wage

Increase to $17.60 an hour will take effect October 1The Ontario government is raising the minimum wage from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour, effective October 1, which will support over 800,000 workers. This annualized wage increase of 2.4 per cent is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index (CPI) and delivers on the government’s plan to protect and support workers while keeping Ontario competitive in the face of U.S. tariffs.Stay Informed - Subscrib…

The minimum wage is going up in Ontario

As of Oct. 1, employers must pay workers at least $17.60/hr