Why some businesses are paying staff a living wage, not just the minimum - CBC News

A growing number of small businesses and organizations are becoming certified as what's known as "living wage employers," committing to paying workers based on the real costs of making ends meet in their region.

At Massy Books in Vancouver, staff get sick days, benefits and wages that are based on the cost of living in one of the country's most expensive cities. "I'm responsible for paying somebody a wage t… [+4482 chars]

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