In Niagara, the living wage for 2024/25 was calculated at $20.90 per hour.
A living wage is an evidence-based calculation that reflects what a worker needs to earn to cover the cost of living in their community. Included in the calculation are:
- food
- shelter
- clothing
- transportation
- communication
- child care
- private health care insurance for prescription medication/dental coverage
- continuing education for adults to upgrade skills
- participation in community (i.e. recreation and leisure)
Living Wage Niagara shares information about Living Wage Employers in Niagara. These employers can use the living wage rate as a base, and know that they are working toward reducing poverty.
- Used as a recruitment strategy for lower paying occupations
- Improved reputation for the business
- Better relationships between management and staff
- Decreased employee turnover and absenteeism
- Increased retention and productivity
- Savings on rehiring and retraining employees
Published By: Ontario Living Wage Network
Publication Date: November, 2024
Click here to access Calculating Ontario’s Living Wages November 18, 2024
