Tag: Minimum Wage

B.C.’s minimum wage set to increase on June 1

Business Emily Joveski -
British Columbia’s general minimum wage will increase to $18.25 per hour on June 1, but advocates said it still falls short of a living wage in much of the province.

B.C. to raise minimum wage to $18.25 per hour this June

Provincial Emily Joveski -
British Columbia's minimum wage will increase to $18.25 per hour starting June 1. The province said the 40-cent increase from $17.85 keeps pace with inflation.

Have Your Say on BC’s Minimum Wage

News Justin Goulet -
The provincial government wants to hear your thoughts on the minimum wage increase. It’s looking for input on the...

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2026 BC Election
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