What is a Living Wage? 
A living wage is different than a minimum wage. The minimum wage is the legislated minimum set by the provincial government. The minimum wage should be set at a rate high enough to lift an individual worker out of poverty. An adequate minimum wage is the government’s responsibility to address working poverty.
A living wage is an opportunity for employers to do better. A living wage calls on employers to meet a higher standard for their both staff and major contractors, to ensure that wages reflect the true costs of living in a community and that parents can earn what they need to support their families. More than 400 Living Wage Employers across BC agree and have certified with us.
Living Wage for Families BC also advocates for policies that would positively impact families. We support the call for quality and affordable childcare as well as for housing policies that would help low-wage families make ends meet.
To learn more, visit Living Wage for Families BC.