The minimum wage in Ontario will go up by 40 cents on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from $17.20 to $17.60.

According to the province, the increase will impact an estimated 800,000 workers.

“At a time when many families are feeling the pressure of global economic uncertainty, our government will protect Ontario workers with a minimum wage increase that supports our world-class workforce,” said David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development in a media release today. “We will continue to take action to build a strong, resilient workforce ready to face whatever comes our way.”

According to the province, a worker making the general minimum wage and working 40 hours per week will get an annual pay increase of more than $800. Under the Employment Standards Act

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