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Minimum wage vs. livable wage

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Saskatchewan's minimum wage is set to increase again this October, giving thousands of workers a boost in pay, from $15.35 to $15.70. But with the rising cost of living, many argue this isn't a liveable wage. Andrew Stevens, University of Regina Associate Professor, Industrial Relations & Human Resource Management, joins the show to share what a liveable wage is and what impact these increases have on the workforce and the economy.
13 Jul 12PM English Canada News Commentary

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