REGINA — Saskatchewan’s minimum wage will increase to $15.35 an hour starting Oct. 1, the provincial government announced Wednesday.
The hike comes as part of the province’s indexation formula, which ties minimum wage adjustments to changes in the Consumer Price Index and the average hourly wage in Saskatchewan.
“By raising the minimum wage, we are continuing to support workers and deliver on our commitment to affordability,” said Jim Reiter, Deputy Premier and Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety.
The increase follows through on a commitment made in 2022 to gradually raise the minimum wage from $11.81 to $15 by 2024 — a 27 per cent boost over two years. With that target now met, the province has returned to its indexation-based approach for future increases.
Reiter said the government is also mindful of how wage increases affect the business community.
“We know the benefits that increasing the minimum wage will have for employees, but we also want to create a balance for employers,” he said. “Over the next few months, we will be working together with the Chambers of Commerce and other key stakeholders to understand the implications of increasing minimum wage for the business community and the impact on Saskatchewan’s economy.”
The wage adjustment comes alongside other affordability measures announced in the 2025-26 provincial budget, including income tax reductions for residents, families, and small businesses.