ontario living wage network. 1.8 million workers amongst working poor in canada minimum wage...
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Ontario Living Wage Network
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1.8 million workers amongst working poor in Canada
Minimum wage arbitrary, politically driven – does not meet cost of living
WORKING POVERTY:IT DOESN’T ADD UP!
“Work should be a route out of poverty”
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WHAT IS A LIVING WAGE?A living wage is a level of pay that enables
someone working full-time to earn enough to meet basic needs and participate fully in community
Living Wage rates differ from community to community
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BENEFITS OF LIVING WAGESTO EMPLOYEES
Receive fair compensation
Raised out of poverty
Better quality of life and improved health
Education/Skills training
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BENEFITS OF LIVING WAGESTO EMPLOYERS
• Reduced absenteeism and decreased turnover
• Increased morale, loyalty and productivity
• More attractive jobs for job seekers
• Recognition for responsible employers
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COMMUNITY BENEFITS
Greater consumer purchasing power
Increased local spending- job creation
Increased civic participation
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IN LONDON, UK – 1400 LIVING WAGE EMPLOYERS
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NEW YORK CITY
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LIVING WAGE CANADA
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LIVING WAGE IN ONTARIO
“The Best Way to Reduce Child Poverty is to pay parents & caregivers a Living Wage” – HWDSB Vice Chair, Alex Johnstone
38 Employers in Ontario have signed Living Wage declarations – including 2 Chambers of Commerce
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FDR
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