General minimum wage
British Columbia Minimum Wage 2026
The British Columbia minimum wage is $18.25 an hour, in effect since June 1, 2026.
Official 2026 rates, verified October 9, 2026
BC raises its minimum wage every June 1 in line with inflation.
British Columbia minimum wage pay by hours worked
| Hours per week | Per week | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 hours | $365.00 | $1,582 | $18,980 |
| 30 hours | $547.50 | $2,372 | $28,470 |
| 37.5 hours | $684.38 | $2,966 | $35,588 |
| 40 hours | $730.00 | $3,163 | $37,960 |
Take-home pay on minimum wage in British Columbia
| Gross pay (40 hours × 52 weeks) | $37,960 |
| Income tax | −$3,402 |
| CPP | −$2,050 |
| EI | −$619 |
| Take-home pay | $31,889 |
| Take-home per hour | $15.33 |
See your exact pay with the British Columbia income tax calculator or the hourly to salary calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in British Columbia in 2026?
$18.25 an hour, in effect since June 1, 2026. It was $17.85 before that.
How much is minimum wage per year in British Columbia?
$37,960 before tax for 40 hours a week all year, or $35,588 at 37.5 hours. After tax, CPP and EI, a full-time worker takes home about $31,889.
When does the British Columbia minimum wage go up next?
BC raises its minimum wage every June 1 in line with inflation.
Minimum wage in other provinces
| Province / territory | Minimum wage | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Nunavut | $20.17/hr | September 1, 2026 |
| Yukon | $18.51/hr | April 1, 2026 |
| British Columbia | $18.25/hr | June 1, 2026 |
| Ontario | $17.95/hr | October 1, 2026 |
| Prince Edward Island | $17.30/hr | October 1, 2026 |
| Northwest Territories | $17.20/hr | September 1, 2026 |
| Nova Scotia | $17.00/hr | October 1, 2026 |
| Quebec | $16.60/hr | May 1, 2026 |
| Manitoba | $16.40/hr | October 1, 2026 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $16.35/hr | April 1, 2026 |
| New Brunswick | $15.90/hr | April 1, 2026 |
| Saskatchewan | $15.70/hr | October 1, 2026 |
| Alberta | $15.00/hr | October 1, 2018 |
| Federal (federally regulated jobs) | $18.15/hr | April 1, 2026 |
All rates and amounts on this page are taken from official government sources, including the Canada Revenue Agency, Revenu Québec and provincial and territorial finance ministries. Last verified October 9, 2026.