Released on March 31, 2014
Average weekly earnings in the province were $953.92 in January of 2014, the third highest among the provinces according to a report released by Statistics Canada today. Nationally, the average earnings were $924.77.“Saskatchewan’s wage levels remain among the highest in the country,” Energy and Resources Minister Tim McMillan said. “Our strong economy allows employers to pass on the benefits in terms of higher compensation, and that is an asset when it comes to attracting new workers to the province.”
There was a 3.5 per cent increase in wages in January 2014 compared with last January. On a national basis, wages were up 3.0 per cent.
“Over the last year, Saskatchewan’s wage increases continue to outpace the national rate,” McMillan said. “Today’s report shows people in our province are enjoying a better quality of life and rising wages.”
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For more information, contact:
Deb Young
Economy
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4765
Email: deb.young@gov.sk.ca