Minister Dempster Announces Increase to the Minimum Wage

February 14, 2025

Today, the Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister Responsible for Labour, announced a $0.40 increase to the minimum wage rate, effective April 1, 2025, in accordance with Newfoundland and Labrador’s Labour Standards Regulations.

As of April 1, 2025, the minimum wage will be $16.00 per hour. The minimum overtime wage rate will increase to $24.00. This annual increase is required under the Labour Standards Regulations and is based on the percentage change in the National Consumer Price Index.

The most recent increase to the minimum wage rate of $0.60 occurred on April 1, 2024, bringing the minimum wage rate to $15.60 per hour.

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“Our government understands the importance of the minimum wage rate to employees and employers in Newfoundland and Labrador. This increase is part of our commitment to regularly monitor the minimum wage in the province and ensure it remains relevant, responsive and comparable to other provinces in the country.”

Honourable Lisa Dempster
Minister Responsible for Labour

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