Nova Scotia order brief
Local coverage published: Halifax, Sydney.
First decision
Nova Scotia's minimum wage is C$16.75 per hour effective April 1, 2026, and rises again to C$17.00 on October 1, 2026, an unusual two-increase year; it is the wage floor under every Halifax rate on this page.
Published references
Role references currently span C$30–C$53.50/hr. For Canadian orders, the assigned local partner agency employs its crew under applicable Canadian employment and payroll rules. Every number below links to the city row it comes from.
Worksite evidence
The Membertou Trade and Convention Centre offers more than 20,000 square feet of event space in the Membertou First Nation community adjoining Sydney, pedway-connected to a Hampton Inn by Hilton, and is a confirmed 2026 Celtic Colours festival venue.
Scotiabank Centre at 1800 Argyle Street holds over 10,500 seats and is the largest multipurpose facility in Atlantic Canada, home to the Halifax Mooseheads, the Halifax Thunderbirds, and the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.
Highland Arts Theatre, at 40 Bentinck Street in downtown Sydney, operates year-round as a music, dance, and theatre venue and is a confirmed 2026 Celtic Colours host venue.
