The Wynne government has announced an increae in the minimum wage from $11.50 an hour to $14 an hour effective January 1, 2018. A year later, on January 1, 2019, the minimum wage will rise to $15. The Premier has proudly said this is the largest single increase ever in the minium wage. Speaking Tuesday, the Premier delivered an election campaign speech that drew distinctions between herself and those who would leave things as they are.