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Alberta’s minimum wage to remain the same through 2010

Minister to request a review of current minimum wage policy

Ensuring Albertans in entry-level positions keep working, and that our province’s small businesses remain viable and competitive through global economic recovery, Alberta’s minimum wage of $8.80 per hour will remain as is through 2010.

Out of Work?
 
Not sure what to do next?
 
During the current recession, a growing number of Albertans are finding themselves out of work, many for the first time. Becoming unemployed can happen without warning and it can be hard to know what to do next. Here are some useful federal and provincial links to help you get started:
  • Job postings
  • Job fairs and workshops in your area
  • Training Programs
  • Career Planning
  • Applying for Employment Insurance
  • New Employment Insurance initiatives
  • Income Support
  • Dealing with Job Loss

    • News

    February 5, 2010
    January 2010 Labour Force Statistics
    Alberta Labour Force statistics, employment and unemployment rates for all provinces. more...

    January 29, 2010
    Organizations invited to apply for Summer Temporary Employment Program
    Now is the time for not-for-profit organizations to apply to the Summer Temporary Employment Program (STEP). more...

    January 20, 2010
    Fox Creek company sentenced to pay $375,000 for fatalities
    A northwest Alberta company has been sentenced to pay $375,000 as a result of a June 30, 2006, Fox Creek incident where two workers were fatally injured more...

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    Modified: 2010-02-09
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