N.W.T. Education Minister R.J. Simpson speaks with reporters on Feb. 6, 2020 at the legislature. (Alex Brockman/CBC) The Northwest Territories announced a boost in its minimum wage Thursday.
Starting Sept. 1, workers earning minimum wage will get $1.74 an hour more — a $15.20 hourly wage instead of $13.46, according to a government news release.
Minister of Education, Culture and Employment R.J. Simpson said in the legislature Thursday that the government wants to maintain fair and competitive wage rates while encouraging economic activity and supporting small businesses."This increase ensures that the minimum wage does not fall behind, brings our minimum to […]
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