I really look forward to that report. Right now, my understanding is: there are less than 100 people that make less than $13.46 in the Northwest Territories. The vast majority of those people work in bars. I, myself, was a bartender for many years, and I know the paycheque almost becomes irrelevant because you make the money through tips. I want to raise the minimum wage. I want to go high, but I don't want to get pushback from the hospitality industry who's suffering. Many jurisdictions have made a lower rate for liquor servers. Is the Minister willing to do that?
Rylund Johnson 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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