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Minimum wage to increase

April 11, 2025
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Minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will increase incrementally to $17 per hour by April 1, 2026. 

On October 1, 2025, the rate will increase from $16 to $16.50 per hour. 

On April 1, 2026, the rate will increase from $16.50 to $17 per hour. 

The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government. 

For more information visit Minimum Wage Order (Board and Lodging).  

Media contact:

Brooke Miller

Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population

bmmiller@gov.pe.ca

 

General Inquiries

Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population
5th Floor North, Shaw Building
105 Rochford Street
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-368-4250
Fax: 902-368-4242