Statutory minimum wage in Newfoundland and Labrador (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Newfoundland and Labrador has a minimum wage of $16.35 per hour from 1 April 2026. It is adjusted each 1 April. Hours over 40 a week must be paid at least the minimum overtime rate of $24.53.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| National statutory minimum wageEmployees | Yes [1] |
| Current adult minimum wage (gross)Employees | 16.35 CAD per hour [1] |
| Age bands, reduced rates and exclusionsEmployees | No age-based or student minimum wage is listed for Newfoundland and Labrador in the Government of Canada database of special rates; the general rate applies to all employees. [2] |
| Next scheduled changeEmployees | 1 April 2027 [1] |
| Amount from next change (gross)Employees | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Overtime payEmployees | Time worked over 40 hours a week must be paid at least the minimum overtime wage rate of $24.53 per hour (from 1 April 2026). Overtime rules do not apply to agricultural employees. [3] |
Notes
- Gross hourly rate in Canadian dollars, in effect from 1 April 2026.
- The government says rates are adjusted each year on 1 April, tied to the national consumer price index; no future amount was given.
Sources
- Government of Newfoundland and Labrador: Minister Goosney Announces Increase to Minimum Wage Effective April 1, 2026 (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Employment and Social Development Canada (Labour Program), Minimum Wage Database: Current and Forthcoming Minimum Wage Rates in Canada for Young Student Workers and Specific Occupations (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Government of Newfoundland and Labrador: Your Rights at Work: Get the Facts – Labour Standards (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
Newfoundland and Labrador and neighbouring provinces and territories
| Province or territory | National statutory minimum wage | Current adult minimum wage (gross) | Age bands, reduced rates and exclusions | Next scheduled change | Amount from next change (gross) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Yes | $16.35 per hour | No age-based rate listed | 1 April 2027 | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Quebec | Yes | $16.60 per hour | No age-based rate; pickers paid per kg | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
More rules in Newfoundland and Labrador
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal within limits (19+) · Growing at home: Yes, up to 4 plants, in the dwelling
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 100 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceEarliest age to drive a car supervised: 16, with an experienced supervisor
- FireworksConsumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks: Yes; retailers need a permit
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 19 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 19
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 19 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 19
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