Sep
20
2022
Minimum wage to increase twice in 2023
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will reach $15 per hour by the end of next year.
The first increase will be by 80 cents on January 1, 2023 to $14.50 per hour. The second increase will be 50 cents on October 1, 2023 to $15.00 per hour.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government after the review is complete.
To read the board’s report, visit: Minimum Wage Order (Board and Lodging).
Media contact:
Hillary MacDonald
Department of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture
hpsmacdonald@gov.pe.ca