MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE EFFECTIVE IN THE NEW YEAR

Saskatchewan's minimum wage will increase from $7.95 per hour to $8.25 per hour effective January 1, 2008.

The increase is the first of three stages that will see the minimum wage increase to $8.60 per hour on May 1, 2008, and to $9.25 per hour on May 1, 2009. The minimum call-out pay, which is three times the level of the minimum wage, will also increase accordingly.

There are approximately 12,400 minimum wage earners in Saskatchewan.

The increase in the minimum wage follows a review by the Minimum Wage Board. The Board is required by legislation to review the minimum wage at least every two years.

For more information on the minimum wage, call toll-free at 1-800-667-1783 or visit www.labour.gov.sk.ca.

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For more information, contact:

Shannon Dumba
Advanced Education, Employment and Labour
Regina
Phone: 306-787-3021
Email: sdumba@lab.gov.sk.ca