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Quebec's new average salary is almost $65K but 8 other provinces are making more

Groceries, rent, gas — everything feels more expensive lately. So how much are Quebecers actually earning in 2025, and is it enough to keep up?

According to new data from Statistics Canada, the average weekly salary in Quebec recently hit $1,244.05. That's about $64,690 a year — and a 5% jump from last year.

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Here's how much you need to earn in Quebec to live comfortably in 2024

It's no secret that the cost of living in Quebec has many residents looking for ways to supplement inflation in Canada, whether it be taking on more hours at work, extra jobs or seeking financial aid from the Canada Revenue Agency and Revenu Quebec.

With day-to-day necessities rising in price, many are starting to wonder just how much you need to earn in Quebec to live comfortably, and we've got the answer.

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Here's how much money you need to earn in 7 Quebec cities if you don't want to be broke

For almost a decade, the Institut de recherche et d'informations socioéconomiques (IRIS) has been calculating how much money you need to earn to "live with dignity" in seven different Quebec cities.

In other words, what sort of income is required to live relatively comfortably in Quebec, well above the poverty line, according to standards set by the Market Basket Measure (MBM), which is used by the government to develop "thresholds of poverty based upon the cost of a basket of food, clothing, shelter, transportation, and other items."

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Quebec's minimum wage​ goes up in May but still isn't enough to live on, a new study finds

As May rolls in, Quebec's minimum wage workers will see a modest paycheck increase. The provincial minimum wage is set to rise by $0.50, bringing it to $15.75 per hour.

But, according to a new study by the Institut de recherche et d’informations socio-économiques (IRIS), that boost is more of a Band-Aid fix than a cure for the financial woes many face.

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Quebec's Minimum Wage Will Increase On May 1

The minimum hourly wage in Quebec, which currently sits at $15.25, will increase by $0.50 on May 1, 2024, to $15.75.

The announcement was made by Quebec's Labour Minister Jean Boulet, who said that the decision was based on economic uncertainties within the retail and restaurant sectors, per CTV News.

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Quebec's Minimum Wage Is Going Up In May But It Might Not Be Enough To Live In The Province

The minimum wage in Quebec is going up by one dollar. As of May 1, the lowest-paid workers in the province will make at least $15.25 an hour.

That means around $2,000 more annual pay for minimum wage workers who are on the clock for 40 hours a week. The move also impacts employees who receive tips, boosting their base pay by 80 cents, up to $12.20.

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MTL Blog's 8 Biggest News Stories Of 2022

It's been an eventful year, from that Sunwing flight to the Rogers' network outage to Canada getting a king for the first time in a very long time. With the head-spinning pace of news, it can be hard to keep track of the biggest stories of 2022, so we've compiled a handy list of some of the most newsworthy happenings of the past year.

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Did Legault Basically Just Admit You Can't Live In Quebec Making Minimum Wage?

"It's difficult to make it with $18 an hour, especially when you have children," according to Quebec Premier François Legault. But he also made clear in a December 8 National Assembly debate that he rejects dramatic increases to the province's $14.25 minimum wage, preferring a different wage-raising strategy — one that would inevitably leave behind the lowest earners.

The Canadian Press was first to report this story.

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Quebec Inflation Rates Soared In May — Here's What Has Increased In Cost The Most

Much like the rest of the world, Canada is seeing some of its highest inflation rates in over three decades.

Well, Quebec's economy is seeing similar patterns as the province's inflation rate increased to a dismal 7.5% in May 2022, which is an unwelcome jump from April's 6.8%.

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Quebec Inflation Rates Soared In April & Here's What Has Increased In Cost The Most

It comes as no surprise that the cost of living has increased exponentially over the last few years, particularly in tie to Canada's rise in inflation, which is the highest it's been in over three decades.

Well, Quebec is seeing similar patterns as the province's inflation rate increased to a whopping 6.8% in April 2022.

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Quebec's Minimum Wage Just Went Up & There's A Call To Increase It To $18/Hour

On May 1, the lowest-wage earners in the province got a slight pay bump. The Quebec minimum wage increased by 75 cents from $13.50 to $14.25 per hour. Labour Minister Jean Boulet says the increase will boost the purchasing power of the province's "most vulnerable workers." But Québec solidaire is rejecting the notion that the increase will do much to benefit residents.

The party is instead calling for an $18-per-hour minimum wage. It's also pushing back against the proposed $15 minimum wage.

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6 Open Montreal Jobs With $100,000+ Salaries

Snagging a job that fits your background and pays well isn't always an easy feat. Well, turns out there are a handful of jobs in Montreal that pay $100,000 or more, and one of 'em just might be the right fit for you.

So, whether you're on the hunt for a position in research, sales, marketing, or even working for the STM, then get those resumes ready and see if any of these jobs stand out!

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