As per the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), effective October 1, 2021, the general minimum wage in Ontario will increase from $14.25 to $14.35 an hour. This minimum wage applies to most employees covered under the ESA. If an employee’s current wage is less than $14.35 an hour, they will notice an increase to their hourly rate to $14.35 on the October 22, 2021 pay slip.