Raising the minimum wage obstructs an efficient labour market, according to those who profit from an efficient labour market. Like Groucho Marx insisting wages will turn his employees into wage slaves, many companies won't raise salaries unless the government mandates it. Illustrative of that acquisitiveness, McDonald's recommended their employees save money by foregoing heat and health insurance. Comparatively, B.C.'s $10.25 minimum is reasonable, but Vancouver's living expenses are definitely not. Weigh in at nsnews.com
Lucas Snowden North Vancouver "Yes. In comparison to the living costs, it doesn't really match. Vancouver's one of the most expensive cities to live in in North America."
Mel Ward North Vancouver "Our living cost is so high, our minimum wage should be equally as high."
Rachelle Gendron North Vancouver "I'm for it within reason. It shouldn't be so high it ruins a bunch of small companies."
Frankie Hester West Vancouver "We need a wage that's livable. If you're making a decent wage, you're putting it back into the economy."
Fiona Vlasblom New Westminster "Absolutely. The cost of living here is really expensive and I think people need to be paid what they're worth."
