Ontarians who are earning minimum wage can expect to see a boost in their paycheques starting Wednesday, as the province raises the rate to keep up with inflation.

Minimum wage is increased every year to reflect the changing cost of food, clothing, shelter and other goods according to a media release from the province. Even with the adjustment, some advocacy groups say pay rates are still below what workers actually need to live on, especially in more metropolitan areas like Toronto.

When will the minimum wage increase in Ontario?

Beginning on Oct. 1, the general minimum wage will go up from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour, a 2.4 per cent jump that was calculated according to the Ontario Consumer Price Index. Tips and gratuities aren’t considered wages and aren’t included when calculating m

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