Statutory minimum wage in Saskatchewan (2026)
Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
In short: Saskatchewan has a general minimum wage of $15.70 per hour from 1 October 2026. Overtime is at least 1.5 times the hourly wage after 8 hours a day or 40 hours a week.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| National statutory minimum wageEmployees | Yes [1] |
| Current adult minimum wage (gross)Employees | 15.70 CAD per hour [1] |
| Age bands, reduced rates and exclusionsEmployees | The Government of Saskatchewan states one minimum wage ($15.70 per hour) for most employees and lists no age-based or student rate. Some groups, such as farming labourers and babysitters, do not have to be paid it. [1] |
| Next scheduled changeEmployees | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Amount from next change (gross)Employees | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Overtime payEmployees | At least 1.5 times the hourly wage for hours over 8 a day (over 10 if scheduled for four 10-hour days) or over 40 a week (32 in a week with a public holiday). Exemptions and special rules apply. [2] |
Notes
- Gross hourly rate in Canadian dollars, as stated on the Government of Saskatchewan minimum wage page.
- The database lists no later rate.
Sources
- Government of Saskatchewan: Minimum Wage and Reporting for Duty Pay (consulted 13 October 2026) · all sources
- Government of Saskatchewan: Understanding Saskatchewan's Employment Standards (February 2026) (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
Saskatchewan 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatchewan | Yes | $15.70 per hour | No age-based rate | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Alberta | Yes | $15.00 per hour | Under-18 students: $13 (up to 28 h/week in term) | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Manitoba | Yes | $16.40 per hour | No age-based rate: same for all employees | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Northwest Territories | Yes | $17.20 per hour | One rate for all; no age-based rate | 1 September 2027 | ⚠ Not yet verified |
More rules in Saskatchewan
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal within limits (19+) · Growing at home: Yes, up to 4 plants per household
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: Posted limit; 80 km/h if unsigned · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (Class 5, after 9 months as a learner) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 16, supervised (15 with driver education)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Bicycle rules · Minimum age: 14
- Fireworks
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Voice or one touch; not for GDL
- 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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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.