That took a turn. The Member was advocating for an increased minimum wage, then said the minimum wage is irrelevant, and now wants a living wage. No, I don't have a path to a living wage. Frankly, I don't have a path to ensuring that everyone makes $25-plus in the territory. I'm really not sure how we would get to that at this point. It would take a rethinking of a lot of small businesses. I know of businesses in Hay River that would go under if they had to pay everyone $25 an hour, so no, I can't commit to that. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
R.J. Simpson on Question 405-19(2): Minimum Wage
In the Legislative Assembly on October 22nd, 2020. See this statement in context.
Question 405-19(2): Minimum Wage
Oral Questions
October 22nd, 2020
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