Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, made an announcement on Tuesday about raising the minimum wage that has since shook the province with both positive and negative feedback. The Premier said that she plans to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour by January 2019. This increase will be phased in over the next 18 months, with the first increase to $14 an hour coming in January 2018 and then the extra dollar an hour would be phased in by the following year.

After this increase, the minimum wage will rise annually according to inflation.

Ontario will be the second province in the country to raise their minimum wage to $15 an hour, with Alberta being the first province to make the jump into the next bracket of minimum wage payment.

This wage increase is part of a larger plan from the Wynne government, all under the umbrella of the legislation called, The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act.

In this act, part-time workers and contract workers will be required to be given a minimum vacation entitlement of three weeks for workers who have been with an employer for five years or more. In addition to this added vacation time, employees would also be entitled to 10 personal emergency days a year, with a minimum of two of those days being paid.

For small businesses, arguably the ones who will be hurt the most by this announcement, this increase in the minimum wage marks a change that could add the average Ontario restaurant an extra $47,000 a year.

Click here to learn more about the Ontario minimum wage raise.

This Christian Lacroix sale from Sears Canada is an opportunity that any slightly self-confessed shoe-aholic should be made aware of, as you can save 70% off on all shoes, handbags and other small accessories from this exciting brand.

The sale will only be available for a short time, until June 7, 2017, and you will only be able to shop these deals online. With all that in mind, I dare you to try and exercise some self control in this sale, as there are some incredible deals and I myself was struggling to not buy myself an entirely new shoe wardrobe. For instance, these Rosalia Logo Slingback Sandal were on sale for just $36 though before they were being sold for $120. And this Ingrid Satchel was being sold for $130, but is now just $39.

Sears offers free shipping on all orders that are $99 or more.

Click here to begin shopping at Sears Canada.

Groupon Canada has an amazing promo code offer going on right now where you can save up to $30 off on your Groupon purchase of $100 or more. This promo code, OFF, will discount more on your purchase should you spend more. The savings are as follows:

• $5 off $20
• $10 off $40
• $15 off $60
• $30 off $100 or more

The promo code, however sweet, will only be around for today until 11:59pm EST. You will be permitted to use the code once per transaction and a maximum of three uses per customer.

The code will also work on most local deals in Canada, but if you follow this link, most of the advertised deals in your region should work for the code.

Click here to begin shopping at Groupon Canada.

Bentley Canada is offering some incredible savings to get you packing for wherever you want to go this summer. Shop online now to save 40% to 70% off luggage, backpacks and handbags.

Stock up on the best brands in luggage like IT Winchester and Samsonite. Plus, get the best backpacks and handbags of the season with fun designs and durable construction. Offer available for a limited time only, while supplies last.

This Printed Flowers Tote Bag is the ultimate beach bag, perfect for your next picnic or lounge-on-the-beach day. The minimalist print is gorgeous and on-trend, for instant style wherever you take it. The insight pocket helps keep your items stowed away safely, and the paper straw construction makes it easy to clean and dry in case of things getting a bit wet by the water. Originally priced at $35.99, you can get yours on sale today for 31% off to spend just $24.99!

Bentley offers FREE shipping on all $75+ orders!

Click here to start shopping at Bentley!

Lowe’s Canada is offering some exciting savings in celebration of all things summer during their Biggest Sale of the Year — DIY Days: Do it Yourself Sale! Shop online now to save big on everything you need to renovate, enhance or upgrade the look of your home… DIY style! Some feature deals from the sale include:

• Save 25% off patio sets, umbrellas and gazebos
• Save 15% off gas and electric lawn mowers
• Save 10% off sheds
• Save 25% off patio cushions and pillows
• And many, many more!

Whether you’re building the outdoor space you’ve always dreamed of, or renovating the spare bedroom to make guests feel more at home this summer — Lowe’s has something perfect to fit every home project, with the tools and supplies you need to do it yourself. Offer valid for a limited time only, while quantities last.

This Garden Treasures Neutral Bloom 2-Piece Chair Cushion Set features a light, delicate floral pattern to add a touch of luxury to your patio. The 100% polyester fabric is designed to resist fading from UV rays and is water resistant to keep your chairs as dry as possible. The poly fill is designed to maintain it’s shape overtime, while providing a cushioning comfort. Originally priced at $59.99, you can get it on sale now for just $44.99!

Lowe’s offers FREE parcel shipping on all $49+ orders!

Click here to start shopping at Lowe’s!

Metro Quebec Canada has a new set of printable coupons! If you live in Quebec print these coupons, redeem them to a Metro store near you and save on many popular grocery items. These coupons are valid from today, Thursday, June 1, 2017 until Wednesday, June 21, 2017. The full list of Metro Quebec coupons include:

• Save $4 when you buy Two cases of 12 selected bottles or cans
• Save $0.50 when you buy Nescafé Dolce Gusto Capsules, see varieties in store
• Save $0.50 when you buy Nature Valley Crunchy Bar Granola Cereal

Click here to get your printable Metro Quebec coupons.

Click here to view Metro Canada flyers

The Hudson’s Bay Canada’s beauty department is one of my favourite places to restock and replenish my stock of blushes, brushes, lipsticks and whatever else I may seem to be lacking. Today only you’ll save $10 off on your beauty purchase! Plus right now, you can give your makeup collection a complete overhaul with these conveniently packaged and curated MAC Look in a Box packages.

Whether you’re looking to revamp your makeup brush collection or channel a new ‘Be Cool’ look, there is something for you to choose from these Look in a Box kits. Plus, they range in price from being just $42 to the most expensive being $72.

And, if you’re able to spend a minimum of $75, you’ll be able to qualify for the exclusive one-day beauty promo code that will save you $10 off on your purchase. You will have to enter the promo code, SUMMER10, at checkout and you will only have until the end of the day (June 1 2017) to use this promo code.

Hudson’s Bay offers FREE shipping on orders that are $45+ (or $29+ on beauty purchases) when you pay with your Hudson’s Bay credit card, or $99+ (or $49+ on beauty purchases) when you pay with any other form of tender.

Click here to begin shopping at the Hudson’s Bay Canada.

The Source Canada is offering some awesome savings just in time for Father’s Day! Shop online now to save up to 50% off many of the best gifts in tech that dad would love. Spoil a deserving dad or maybe just treat yourself with the best tech of the season. Get summer ready with some new portable speakers to blast tunes at your next gathering, or get yours hands on a new tablet to wile away the dog days of summer ahead. Whatever you’re looking for, The Source has you covered. Offer available for a limited time only, while supplies last.

This Fluid FLD5000 50” LED TV is the perfect go-to gift for dads this Father’s Day. Featuring a high contrast ratio and sharper images, this TV delivers a superior user experience to enhance any movie, tv show or live sporting event. The TV offers a full HD resolution and smooth, clean movement. Originally priced at $499.99, get yours on sale today for $100 off to spend just $399.99!

The Source offers FREE in-store shipping on all orders OR FREE shipping on all $35+ orders!

Click here to start shopping at The Source!

This June, instead of rushing to the Eaton Centre to update your summer wardrobe, consider dropping by one of these warehouse sales taking place in Toronto throughout the city.

We’ve rounded up some of the best places to shop the biggest designer discounts in unsuspecting locations. But keep in mind that a lot of these sales will only be available for a limited time (sometimes just one weekend!) So mark your calendars off and get ready to do some big shopping this June.

• June 1-4: True Religion Warehouse Sale (International Centre Hall)
• June 1-4: The Kooples (533 College Street)
• June 1-10: Lipson Shirts Warehouse Sale (190 Norseman Street)
• June 2-25: Samtack Warehouse Sale (455 Gibraltar Drive)
• June 2-4: Inaria Activewear Sale (INARIA warehouse)
• June 9-11: Wolverine Shoe Warehouse Sale (6225 Millcreek Drive)
• June 9-11: Estee Lauder Mac Warehouse Sale (Markham Fairgrounds)
• June 21-25: OPM warehouse sale (400 Harry Walker Parkway)
• June 23-26: Kitchen Stuff Plus Warehouse Sale 2017 (135 Wendell Ave)

Bulk Barn Canada has released new coupon valid for 3 weeks to save $3.00 off your total purchase of $10 or more before taxes. Plus, Bulk Barn has released the new weekly flyers with great special offers and deals.

The Bulk Barn Canada coupon is valid in-store from Thursday, June 1, 2017 until Wednesday, June 21, 2017 only. Excludes the purchase of gift cards and you cannot use the coupon in conjunction with the senior or student 10% discount.

Please print and present the Bulk Barn coupon to redeem or show it on your mobile phone.

Click here to get your Bulk Barn Canada coupon to redeem.

Click here to check out this week’s flyer for Bulk Barn Canada.

Amazon Canada has awesome deals available now! Today, Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Amazon Canada deals include:

• Get Elizabeth Taylor Legacy Collection(20pk), today for $39.99, list price $99.99, save $60.00 – 60% off + FREE shipping.
• Click here to get all Elizabeth Taylor collections

• Get EXPANSE: S2 [Blu-ray], today for $34.90, list price $46.99, save $12.09 – 26% off + FREE shipping on orders over $35. This title will be released on July 18, 2017. Pre-order now.
• Click here to get all EXPANSE Movies.

Also,

• Click here to get all Newest Pre-orders
• Click here to get all Deals in Movies & TV
• Click here to get Deals of the Week
• Click here to get Deals of The Month

The Amazon Canada offers are valid today only, Thursday, June 1, 2017, while supplies last.

Click here to get the Amazon Canada today’s offers.

The Children’s Place Canada is Monster Sale with great offers available now! The Children’s Place Canada offers include:

• Save 60% Off all Clearance
• Save 40% – 60% off entire site, no exclusions
• Save 50% off all dresses
• Get a $5 Bonus Card on a gift card purchase of $25 or more

Enjoy FREE shipping on Every Order, No minimum.

Click here to get The Children’s Place Canada offers.

Best Buy Canada has a great furniture promotion available now until Thursday, June 1, 2017! The Best Buy Promotion include Save up to 60% off home furniture that includes:

• Living Room
• Bedroom & Mattresses
• Office Furniture
• Dining Room
• Gaming Furniture
• Nursery Furniture
• Home Theatre Seating
• Patio Furniture & BBQs

Best Buy Canada has FREE shipping on orders over $35.

Click here to get Best Buy Canada online offers

Amazon Canada has awesome deals available now! Today, Wednesday, May 31, 2017, the Amazon Canada deals include:

• Get Fisher-Price Little People Spinning’ Sounds Airport Baby Toy, today for $24.98, list price $54.99, save $30.01 – 55% off + FREE shipping on orders over $35.
• Click here to get all Fisher-Price offers

• Get Fisher-Price On-The-Go Baby Dome, today for $79.96 list price $99.99, save $20.03 – 20% off + FREE shipping.
• Click here to get all Fisher-Price offers

The Amazon Canada offers are valid today only, Wednesday, May 31, 2017, while supplies last.

Click here to get the Amazon Canada today’s offers.

Hudson’s Bay Canada has good offers available now! Hudson’s Bay offers include:

• Save up to 67% off Cookware Sets, by Cuisinart, KitchenAid, Le Creuset, T-Fal & more
• Save up to 50% off Pillows & Duvets, by Lauren Ralph Lauren, Sealy, Laura Ashley, Distinctly Home & more
• Save up to 40% off Bath, by Distinctly Home, Lacoste, Hudson’s bay Company and more

Hudson’s Bay Canada offers FREE shipping on orders that are $45+ (or $29+ on beauty orders) when you pay with your Hudson’s Bay credit card, or $99+ (or $49+ on beauty orders) when you pay with any other form of tender.

Click here to begin shopping at the Hudson’s Bay Canada.