PSW continue to receive pay increase until August

Personal support workers (PSWs) will see their temporary wage increase extended for the next few months. Until August 23rd, between $2 – $3 more an hour depending on what type of work is being done is being funded. In October of last year, $461 million was allocated to enhance wages for PSWs and directly support workers during the pandemic. Details below:

• $3 per hour for approximately 38,000 eligible workers in-home and community care;

• $3 per hour for approximately 50,000 eligible workers in long-term care;

• $2 per hour for approximately 1 0,000 eligible workers in public hospitals; and

• $3 per