Personal support workers in Ontario are getting a pay raise.
The government is spending $461 million to temporarily enhance wages.
-$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
-$3 per hour for approximately 47,000 eligible workers in children, community and social services providing personal direct support services for the activities of daily living
-$2 per hour for approximately 12,300 eligible workers in public hospitals.
The pay hike expires March 31, 2021 but Ford says the wage enhancement will be reviewed on a regular basis and could be extended.
Premier Doug Ford says “We know the wages of PSW’s do not reflect the critical role they have played throughout this pandemic, in addition to their ongoing care of our loved ones. Today’s temporary investment will bridge that gap and ensure this vital profession receives the appreciation and respect it deserves.”
