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Canada Announces Increase to Federal Minimum Wage in 2025

Justin Barber

01 Mar 2025

Federal Minimum Wage to Rise to $17.75 per Hour in Canada

On April 1, 2025, the federal minimum wage in Canada will increase to $17.75 per hour. This change was announced by Employment and Social Development Canada and represents a 2.4% uptick from the previous wage level.

This adjustment is part of the federal government's regular review of minimum wage standards, aiming to ensure that wage rates keep pace with inflation and changing economic conditions, as detailed by Employment and Social Development Canada.

The wage increase sets a new baseline for employees in federally regulated sectors, although provincial and territorial minimum wages may supersede this rate depending on their own legislation.

Recall of Hansang Brand Frozen Fish Cakes Due to Undeclared Egg Allergens

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Hansang brand frozen fish cakes due to the potential presence of undeclared egg. This undeclared allergen may pose a health risk to individuals with sensitivities or allergies to eggs. Consumers are advised to refrain from consuming the aforementioned product

Weather report for Mar 02, 2025

Clarington, Ontario Weather Report for Sunday, March 02, 2025: * Today: Expect a mix of sun and clouds with winds becoming northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h near noon. The high will be -4°C, with a wind chill of -27°C this morning dropping to -10°

Internal Trade Committee Discusses New Measures at Meeting

The Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) held a meeting recently, where the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, along with provincial and territorial leaders, discussed measures to address regulatory barriers in Canadian trade. The meeting aimed at promoting the free movement of labor and enhancing regulatory standardization

Canadian Space Technologies to Feature in 2025 Lunar Mission

On March 2, 2025, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 aims to demonstrate advancing Canadian space technologies by landing on the Moon. During this mission, advancements from three Canadian companies, funded by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) through the Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program, will be showcased. Canadensys Aerospace

Federal Minimum Wage to Rise to $17.75 per Hour in Canada

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Recall of Hansang Brand Frozen Fish Cakes Due to Undeclared Egg Allergens

Weather report for Mar 02, 2025

Internal Trade Committee Discusses New Measures at Meeting

Canadian Space Technologies to Feature in 2025 Lunar Mission