Starting April 1, 2026, the Government of Canada is officially raising the federal minimum wage to $18.15 per hour to protect workers and strengthen the standard for fair pay.

This adjustment, based on the 2.1% increase in the Consumer Price Index for 2025, represents a total cumulative increase of 21% since the standalone federal wage was introduced in 2021.

The measure is designed to provide greater financial security for thousands of workers in the federally regulated private sector, ensuring their earnings keep pace with inflation.

Minister Patty Hajdu emphasized that this annual update maintains a reliable baseline that protects those in the lowest-paid jobs and helps build a more resilient economy for all Canadians.

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