Minimum wage in Manitoba
C$18.15 per hour1
per hourGeneral rate since April 1, 2026 · set by Canada
Applies to: federally regulated private-sector employers
No scheduled increase on record.
2025 to 2026
History
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| Applies to | Rate | Effective | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
StandardSource: The Employment Standards Code (Manitoba), s. 7; Minimum Wages and Working Conditions RegulationMinimum wage is $16.00 per hour effective October 1, 2025.
Verified September 26, 2026 | C$16.00October 1, 2025 – October 1, 2026 | October 1, 2025 | October 1, 2026 |
C$18.15 / hour
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What this wage pays
| Weekly | C$726.00 |
|---|---|
| Monthly52 weeks ÷ 12 | C$3,146.00 |
| Annual52 weeks | C$37,752.00 |
| Overtime rate1.5× where overtime applies | C$27.22 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Manitoba?
C$18.15 per hour since April 1, 2026, set by Canada. For a 40-hour week that is about C$726.00 a week or C$37,752.00 a year before tax.
Is the minimum wage in Manitoba increasing?
No increase is scheduled on record as of October 1, 2026. Inflation-indexed jurisdictions announce the next figure a few months before it takes effect.
2 levels of law
How this rate is resolved
The highest minimum that covers the work location applies.
Employers must pay the highest minimum that covers the work location. WageTable checks each level in turn:
- Canada
- Manitoba
Manitoba sets 1 rule of its own.
Manitoba
Enforcement
Enforced by Manitoba Employment Standards.