💵 Minimum wage
Alberta minimum wage 2026
The general minimum wage in Alberta is $15.00 an hour, in effect since June 26, 2019.
Minimum wage$15.00per hour since June 26, 2019
Full-time week$60040 hours
Full-time year$31,2002,080 hours, before tax
Canada federal rate$18.15
Average weekly earnings$1,405all employees, August 2026
Alberta minimum wage history
| Effective | Hourly | Note |
|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2019 | $15.00 | |
| October 1, 2018 | $15.00 | |
| October 1, 2017 | $13.60 | |
| October 1, 2016 | $12.20 | |
| October 1, 2015 | $11.20 | |
| September 1, 2014 | $10.20 | |
| September 1, 2013 | $9.95 | |
| September 1, 2012 | $9.75 | |
| September 1, 2011 | $9.40 | |
| April 1, 2009 | $8.80 | |
| April 1, 2008 | $8.40 | |
| September 1, 2007 | $8.00 | |
| September 1, 2005 | $7.00 | |
| October 1, 1999 | $5.90 | |
| April 1, 1999 | $5.65 | |
| October 1, 1998 | $5.40 | |
| April 1, 1992 | $5.00 | |
| September 1, 1988 | $4.50 | |
| May 1, 1981 | $3.80 | |
| May 1, 1980 | $3.50 | |
| March 1, 1977 | $3.00 | |
| March 1, 1976 | $2.75 | |
| July 1, 1975 | $2.50 | |
| January 1, 1975 | $2.25 | |
| April 1, 1974 | $2.00 | |
| October 1, 1973 | $1.90 | |
| January 1, 1973 | $1.75 | |
| October 1, 1970 | $1.55 | |
| April 1, 1970 | $1.40 | |
| January 1, 1968 | $1.25 | |
| August 1, 1967 | $1.15 | |
| July 1, 1966 | $1.00 | Applicable in all regions of the province. |
| January 1, 1965 | $1.00 | Urban centres over 5,000 population. (Existing rate as of January 1, 1965.) |
| January 1, 1965 | $0.95 | Non-Urban areas. (Existing rate as of January 1, 1965) |
Source: Employment and Social Development Canada, Historical minimum wage rates in Canada (open.canada.ca)
FAQ
Questions
What is the minimum wage in Alberta?
The general minimum wage in Alberta is $15.00 an hour, in effect since June 26, 2019.
How much is minimum wage per year in Alberta?
At $15.00 an hour, a full-time job (40 hours a week, 52 weeks) pays about $31,200 a year before tax.