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British Columbia’s living wage is $23.15 in Prince George, $5.30 above the $17.85 minimum wage, stressing low-income workers.
A new report reveals that British Columbia’s living wage averages $23.15 per hour in Prince George and the Cariboo, up $1 from 2024, yet remains far above the provincial minimum wage of $17.85.
The gap highlights ongoing financial strain for workers, especially in low-paying sectors like food service and retail.
While most communities saw modest increases, Whistler leads at $29.60, followed by Metro Vancouver at $27.85.
Only six employers in the Prince George-Cariboo area are certified living wage employers.
Advocates urge the government to raise the minimum wage to $20, strengthen worker protections, and expand affordable housing and transit.
El salario digno de la Columbia Británica es de $23.15 en Prince George, $5.30 por encima del salario mínimo de $17.85, lo que hace hincapié en los trabajadores de bajos ingresos.