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Ontario minimum wage in 2026: what changed

Oct 30, 2026 · 1 min read · VBC North Recruiting Team

Ontario’s general minimum wage rose to $17.95 an hour on October 1, 2026.

If a job is posted on VBC North, its hourly pay can’t be below the current Ontario minimum wage — our system blocks those postings automatically.

Some workers, such as students under 18 and certain other categories, may have different rates. Check the Ontario government’s minimum wage page for the full details.

Want to know what a role usually pays in your area? See our Ontario salary guide.

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