March 28, 2024

The aftermath of the wage hike

BY LUCAS HUTTERI The minimum wage was increased from $11.60 to $14 an hour in Ontario on Jan. 1. Many people, including students, rejoiced. An increased wage means more money for everyone, right? Well, it might not be that simple. “It’s minimum wage across the board,” said Carl Scammell, former owner of Smokin’ Tony’s Bar-B-Que in Guelph, in an interview with CTV. “The suppliers that get the food; their price … Continued

Minimum wage will be our downfall

The problem with a government-enforced minimum wage is it will create a domino effect. If you raise the minimum wage, then it’s going to raise the price of products and services and small business owners will have to lay off staff to still be profitable. Larger companies are automating to reduce staff numbers. So, some employees will make more money, but others won’t have a job. When it comes to … Continued

Minimum wage isn’t enough

BY ROBERT JANES The minimum wage increasing in Ontario from $11.25 to $11.40 per hour is great for anyone with a part-time job. However, I did not see an increase and many of you might not have either. I did not get a raise because I already make more than the minimum wage working as an assistant manager at Zumiez, and I can tell you that an extra 15 cents isn’t going to help much. In fact, an extra dollar an hour isn’t going … Continued

Wage increase changes little

BY JODY ANDERSON The seemingly constant discussion about the proper minimum wage heated up again when it was raised to an even $11 per hour in Ontario. Premier Kathleen Wynne also promised legislation that would tie future increases to the rate of inflation. Though an increase in minimum wage is welcome news to many, it still leaves many living in poverty. What a living wage is depends entirely on your … Continued

Ontario increases minimum wage

BY ASHLEY KOWITZ Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne’s recent announcement that the minimum wage in the province will be raised to $11 an hour is good news for students. It is the first time in four years that it has been hiked, with the increase to take place this June. This will mean Ontario now has the highest minimum wage in Canada along with Nunavut. According to Labour Minister Yasir Naqvi, … Continued