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- BC Minimum Wage Increase 2025: What Employers Should Know
BC Minimum Wage Increase 2025: What Employers Should Know
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Kiljon Shukullari, HR Advisory Manager
(Last updated )
Kiljon Shukullari, HR Advisory Manager
(Last updated )
The minimum wage in British Columbia will increase to $17.85 an hour from $17.40 on June 1, 2025.
The increase applies to all minimum wage workers in BC regardless of whether they are paid hourly, a salary, a commission or on an incentive basis.
What is minimum wage?
Minimum wage is the lowest wage an employer can pay their employee. The law requires employers to pay workers the minimum wage at the very least. However, employers can choose to pay their workers more.
The minimum wage may vary according to job type and is determined by provincial legislation. In British Columbia, the legislation governing the minimum wage is the
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Background on British Columbia’s Minimum Wage Increases
Previously, BC’s minimum wage went up to $17.40 from $16.75 on June 1, 2024. The increases from 2018 to 2021 were recommended by BC’s Fair Wages Commission, to decrease the discrepancy between the minimum wage and the living wage in the province.
Does the minimum wage increase apply to all jobs?
No. In British Columbia, some workers are paid a different minimum wage based on their job type. Jobs such as live-in camp leaders, live-in home support workers and resident caretakers have different pay requirements. Although the minimum wage for these workers is different, it will also increase from June 1, 2025.
Live-in home support workers are paid a daily rate, which is $129.62 per day or part day worked. This daily rate will increase to $133.05 on June 1, 2025.
The minimum wage for live-in camp leaders is $138.93 per day. It will go up to $142.61 from June.
Effective June 1, 2025, the minimum wage for resident caretakers will go up to $1,069.36 per month plus $42.84 for each suite for those looking after nine to 60 residential suites, and $3,642.51 per month for 61 or more suites.
At present the minimum wage for resident caretakers is $1,041.80 per month plus $41.74 for each suite, for those looking after nine to 60 residential suites, and $3,548.63 per month for 61 or more suites.
What are employers expected to do?
Employers in British Columbia should pay their minimum wage workers $17.85 from June 1, 2025. If a worker has not been receiving the correct wage, they will be owed the difference going back to June 1.
Common questions about paying minimum wage
If you have questions about how the minimum wage increase affects your business or your employees, consider reaching out to experts who can offer guidance. Understanding the full scope of your obligations regarding overtime, vacation pay, and special job categories is critical for your compliance.
Staying compliant with BC’s updated minimum wage regulations is essential for employers. By understanding the new wage rates and ensuring that your business is in line with the law, you’ll avoid penalties and maintain positive employee relations. If you need further help or have any questions, speak to an
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