General minimum wage
Northwest Territories Minimum Wage 2026
The Northwest Territories minimum wage is $17.20 an hour, in effect since September 1, 2026.
Official 2026 rates, verified October 9, 2026
The NWT reviews its minimum wage and adjusts it every September 1.
Northwest Territories minimum wage pay by hours worked
| Hours per week | Per week | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 hours | $344.00 | $1,491 | $17,888 |
| 30 hours | $516.00 | $2,236 | $26,832 |
| 37.5 hours | $645.00 | $2,795 | $33,540 |
| 40 hours | $688.00 | $2,981 | $35,776 |
Take-home pay on minimum wage in Northwest Territories
| Gross pay (40 hours × 52 weeks) | $35,776 |
| Income tax | −$3,034 |
| CPP | −$1,920 |
| EI | −$583 |
| Take-home pay | $30,238 |
| Take-home per hour | $14.54 |
See your exact pay with the Northwest Territories income tax calculator or the hourly to salary calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Northwest Territories in 2026?
$17.20 an hour, in effect since September 1, 2026. It was $16.95 before that.
How much is minimum wage per year in Northwest Territories?
$35,776 before tax for 40 hours a week all year, or $33,540 at 37.5 hours. After tax, CPP and EI, a full-time worker takes home about $30,238.
When does the Northwest Territories minimum wage go up next?
The NWT reviews its minimum wage and adjusts it every September 1.
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.