Minimum Wage Calculator Canada 2026
Current minimum wage rates for all Canadian provinces and territories. Calculate your annual earnings, see after-tax take-home pay, and compare minimum wage to living costs. Updated for 2026: Nunavut $19.00 | BC $17.40 | Ontario $17.20.
2026 Minimum Wage Rates by Province
| Province/Territory | Minimum Wage | Effective Date | Indexation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | $19.00 Highest | April 1, 2024 | Annual review |
| Yukon | $17.59 | April 1, 2026 | CPI indexation |
| British Columbia | $17.40 | June 1, 2024 | Annual indexation |
| Ontario | $17.20 | October 1, 2024 | CPI indexation |
| Northwest Territories | $16.05 | September 1, 2024 | Annual review |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.00 | April 1, 2025 | Annual increase |
| Manitoba | $15.80 | October 1, 2024 | CPI indexation |
| Quebec | $15.75 | May 1, 2025 | Annual indexation |
| New Brunswick | $15.65 | April 1, 2025 | CPI indexation |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | $15.60 | April 1, 2025 | CPI indexation |
| Nova Scotia | $15.20 | April 1, 2025 | CPI indexation |
| Alberta | $15.00 Lowest | October 1, 2018 | No indexation |
| Saskatchewan | $15.00 | October 1, 2024 | CPI indexation |
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no federal minimum wage covering all workers. Federally regulated industries (banks, telecom, transportation) have a federal minimum wage of $17.30/hour (2024). However, most workers are covered by provincial/territorial minimum wages.
Living wage rates (2024-2025): Toronto $25.05, Vancouver $25.68, Calgary $23.70, Edmonton $22.25, Montreal $23.50, Halifax $24.50. These rates are significantly higher than minimum wage.
No province has a separate tipped minimum wage. All workers (including servers) must be paid at least the general minimum wage. Tips are additional income on top of base wage.
For a full-time minimum wage worker ($15-19/hr): Annual income $31,200-$39,520. After federal and provincial taxes, CPP, EI, take-home is approximately 75-82% of gross income. Use the Income Tax Calculator for exact figures.
Indexed provinces will see increases: BC (June 2026), Ontario (Oct 2026), Manitoba (Oct 2026), Quebec (May 2026), and others. Alberta remains at $15.00 with no scheduled increase. Check provincial labour ministry websites for exact dates.