Newfoundland and Labrador’s minimum wage will increase to $16 per hour on April 1, 2025, following a $0.40 adjustment required under provincial labour standards regulations.
The minimum overtime wage will also rise to $24 per hour. The annual increase is tied to the percentage change in the National Consumer Price Index, a mechanism designed to adjust wages in response to inflation.
This follows a $0.60 increase in 2024, which brought the minimum wage to its current rate of $15.60 per hour.
Labour Minister Lisa Dempster said the adjustment is part of the province’s commitment to keeping wages competitive.
“Our government understands the importance of the minimum wage rate to employees and employers in Newfoundland and Labrador,” Dempster said. “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.”
The wage increase comes as businesses and workers continue to navigate the impact of inflation and cost-of-living pressures. Employers will need to adjust payroll accordingly before the new rate takes effect.
