2026 RatesCanada Minimum Wage
Current minimum wage rates and regulations in Canada for 2026.
Federal Minimum Wage 2026
Hourly
$18.15
Weekly (40h)
$726
Monthly (40h)
$3146
Annual (40h)
$37,752
Federal vs Provincial Rates
The federal minimum wage applies to federally regulated workers. Most employees are covered by provincial or territorial employment standards, so the local rate may differ.
Net Pay at Federal Minimum Wage
Gross Monthly
$3,146
Estimated Net Monthly (ON)
$2,600
Employee Payroll Contributions
$2,653
Provincial and Territorial Reference Rates
| Province/Territory | Hourly Rate | Annual at 40h/week |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| British Columbia | $17.85 | $37,128 |
| Manitoba | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| New Brunswick | $15.65 | $32,552 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| Nova Scotia | $15.70 | $32,656 |
| Northwest Territories | $16.95 | $35,256 |
| Nunavut | $19.75 | $41,080 |
| Ontario | $17.60 | $36,608 |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.50 | $34,320 |
| Quebec | $16.10 | $33,488 |
| Saskatchewan | $15.35 | $31,928 |
| Yukon | $17.94 | $37,315 |
Key Information
Annual Federal Adjustment
The federal rate is adjusted each April based on inflation. The 2026 federal rate is $18.15/hour from April 1, 2026.
Province of Employment Matters
Income tax, CPP or QPP, EI, QPIP, and minimum wage rules depend on where the employee works. Use the Canada salary calculator province selector for take-home estimates.
Payroll Contributions Still Apply
Minimum-wage employees can still pay CPP/QPP, EI, and QPIP where applicable, while basic personal amounts often reduce income tax at low earnings.
Minimum wage sources and assumptions
Minimum wage pages use official labour and government publications, then convert hourly, monthly, and annual rates for comparison. This page was last reviewed for Canada 2026 data on June 5, 2026.
Calculation notes
- Annual estimates assume the standard full-time hours shown on the page.
- Some countries use collective agreements, age bands, sectors, or regions instead of a single national rate.
- Displayed conversions are estimates and may exclude holiday allowance, 13th-month pay, or local supplements unless stated.
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