Finding a job and working in Canada

25-07-2025

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- Federal vs provincial wage rules: if a provincial rate is higher, federally regulated employers must pay the higher rate, and as of April 1, 2025 the federal minimum wage is CA$17.75 per hour.
- Provincial/territorial minimum wages vary by region; examples include Alberta CA$15, Ontario CA$17.20, and Nunavut CA$19.
- Cost of living means budgeting is essential, even as the minimum wage rises.
- Salary ranges: many jobs pay more than minimum wage; retail and food service are often minimum-wage, but many other positions offer higher pay.
- Learn more: Payworks and the Minimum Wage Database offer more details for Pvtistes. Show more

How much can you expect to make?

Minimum wage in Canada

Province or territory	Minimum hourly wage
Alberta	CA$15
British Columbia	CA17.85
Manitoba	CA$15.80
New Brunswick	CA$15.65
Newfoundland & Labrador	CA$16.00
Northwest Territories	CA$16.70
Nova Scotia	CA$15.70
Nunavut	CA$19
Ontario	CA$17.20
Prince Edward Island	CA$16
Quebec	CA$16.10
Saskatchewan	CA$15
Yukon	CA$17.94

As of April 1, 2025, the federal minimum wage is $17.75 per hour. Should the provincial or territorial minimum wage rate exceed the federal rate, federally regulated employers must pay the higher of the two. (Source.)

For more information on federal and provincial minimum wage, check out Payworks and the Minimum Wage Database. Even though the minimum wage is going up in Canada, there is a high cost of living in Canada. Living on minimum wage still requires good budgeting skills, especially in big cities.

Salary ranges in Canada

Many jobs in Canada pay more than minimum wage. Retail and food service are often minimum-wage jobs but in many other positions, you will be offered a higher hourly wage or a salary. Learn more.

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How much can you expect to make?

Minimum wage in Canada

Salary ranges in Canada

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