The Manitoba Government has announced a commitment to increase minimum wage to $15/hr by October 2023.
The government will soon begin consultations with small businesses to discuss the effects of this change. Before the $15 hike in 2023, Manitoba’s minimum wage will go up $1.55 on October 1, 2022 to $13.50. Additionally, the province is planning another increase of 65 cents on April 1, 2023, that will raise the minimum wage to $14.15 per hour.
To help reduce this risk on small businesses, the Manitoba government will be consulting with the industry on support programs to help adjust to higher payroll costs.
“Our government recognizes the financial challenges many Manitobans are facing as a result of global inflationary pressures,” said Premier Heather Stefanson. “Today’s announcement delivers on our commitment to making life more affordable for all Manitobans. This phased-in approach will ensure small businesses remain strong and continue to grow while helping workers and their families get ahead by earning bigger paycheques. Our balanced approach to increasing the minimum wage will help workers make ends meet while also recognizing the concerns of small businesses who are struggling during this difficult time.”
History of Hourly Minimum Wage in Manitoba:
| October 2023 | $15.00 |
| April 1, 2023 | $14.15 |
| October 1, 2022 | $13.50 |
| October 1, 2021 | $11.95 |
| October 1, 2020 | $11.90 |
| October 1, 2019 | $11.65 |
| October 1, 2018 | $11.35 |
| October 1, 2017 | $11.15 |
| October 1, 2015 | $11.00 |
| October 1, 2014 | $10.70 |
| October 1, 2013 | $10.45 |
| October 1, 2012 | $10.25 |
| October 1, 2011 | $10.00 |
| October 1, 2010 | $9.50 |
| October 1, 2009 | $9.00 |
| May 1, 2009 | $8.75 |
| April 1, 2008 | $8.50 |
| April 1, 2007 | $8.00 |
| April 1, 2006 | $7.60 |
| April 1, 2005 | $7.25 |
| April 1, 2004 | $7.00 |
| April 1, 2003 | $6.75 |
| April 1, 2002 | $6.50 |
| April 1, 2001 | $6.25 |
| April 1, 1999 | $6.00 |
| January 1, 1996 | $5.40 |
| July 1, 1995 | $5.25 |
| March 1, 1991 | $5.00 |
