We surveyed our members throughout July to better understand the impact of the June 1, 2024 minimum wage increase, current standards for starting wages, and what our members include in employee benefits packages.
We collected responses from nearly 10% of all ABLE BC members, including cannabis retailers, liquor retailers, and liquor primary operators.
Unsurprisingly, rising labour costs are putting significant strain on cannabis and liquor businesses and negatively impacting profitability. Owners and managers struggle to afford competitive wages and benefits, despite wanting to offer their employees more.
