What is the minimum wage in British Columbia?
The minimum wage in B.C. is currently $18.25 per hour (as of June 1, 2026).
This rate applies to most workers, regardless of whether they are paid hourly, salary, or commission. There are some exceptions, such as live-in home support workers or farm workers, who may have different rules.
At $18.25 per hour, an employee working 40 hours per week would earn $3163 in an average month and about $37,960 for 1 year. These amounts are before taxes and deductions. They assume 52 weeks of work and don’t include overtime, vacation pay or other additional earnings. At 37.5 hours per week, minimum wage equals approximately $35,587.50 per year.
Current rates (opens in a new tab) are posted by the BC government. The next scheduled increase is set for June 1, 2027. The new rate has not been announced.
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