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POWER: Ontario Minimum Wage Increase Effective October 1, 2025

Ontario’s minimum wage is set to rise in two days to $17.60/hour on October 1, 2025. This annual CPI-linked adjustment is a reminder for employers to review pay rates, update payroll systems, and prepare for potential budget impacts. Taking proactive steps now will help ensure compliance and maintain employee trust.

POWER: Navigating Summer Long Weekends – An Ontario Employer’s Guide to Statutory Holiday Pay

With Canada Day and Civic Holiday around the corner, senior associate Heather Power breaks down how Ontario employers need to know about statutory holiday pay under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000. From calculating entitlements to managing Civic Holiday expectations, this quick guide helps employers avoid common mistakes and stay compliant.

Read the full article on our blog: https://worklylaw.com/blogs/news/power-navigating-summer-long-weekends-an-ontario-employers-guide-to-statutory-holiday-pay