Minimum wage rates will increase to $15.30 per hour as of October 1, 2023. Manitoba will have the distinction of one of the top three rates in Canada. Ontario’s rate is set to rise to $16.55 per hour on the same date.
- In a new report, the British Columbia Fruit Growers’ Association offers analysis of U.S. and Canadian temporary foreign workers’ programs and highlights potential for access by smaller Canadian farms.
- The new budget of $3.5 billion is up 25 per cent from the expired five-year agreement. These funds are for 2023-2028.
- Walter Schmoranz is retiring from Pelee Island Winery after 37 years of contributions to award-winning wines.
- Wayne Rempel, CEO of Kroeker Farms, Winkler, Manitoba has been elected chair.