Niagara’s Certified Living Wage Employers

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Sprout Studio has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. “Sprout Studio is an all-in-one CRM and gallery software built by photographers, for photographers. We help thousands of photographers around the world run better businesses. Sprout Studio exists to help photographers make […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that the City of St. Catharines has become the largest municipality in Ontario to begin the living wage certification process. The City currently pays all full time employees the Niagara region above the living wage rate of $18.90/hour and has committed to have all part time […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Jordan Station Design Co. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Founded in early 2019, Jordan Station Design Co is Niagara’s leading, award-winning Architectural Design Firm. Located in the heart of the Niagara region, their focus is on high-end residential development. They […]

The Niagara SPCA and Humane Society serves eight municipalities in the Niagara region, as well as Haldimand County and the Mississauga’s of the New Credit. They operate three shelters, one low cost animal clinic, and two mobile animal hospitals that travel throughout the province. They work with like- minded partners for the welfare of all […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Pelham Cares has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Pelham Cares was created in January of 1983 to assist in the delivery of social services to people in the Town of Pelham with particular emphasis on those services not provided by other […]

Rose Hill Lane offers premium personal support services and is honoured to be entering into its sixth year of serving respected members of the elder community in the Niagara region. They currently have ten full time and fifty part time employees. “Rose Hill Lane is proud to be a recent recipient of the Ontario Living […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to growing and sustaining the economic prosperity of their community by serving, connecting and representing their members. They are a non-profit, membership-driven organization […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Elmwood has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level.  Elmwood is a custom, high-end cabinetry brand with a reputation for fine craftsmanship that stretches back to its beginnings in 1973. The Elmwood team of artisans and experts lends a unique human touch […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Derksen and MacKay Medicine Professional Corporation, operating as Segue Clinic, has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Segue Clinic is the leading network of community-based addiction treatment centres throughout the Niagara Region and Hamilton area, specializing in opioid use disorder and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Greenbelt Academy & Early Learning Centre has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Grimsby-based Greenbelt Academy & Early Learning Centre offers nature-immersion preschool and kindergarten programs, and a one day a week K-6 program. They currently employ one part time and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Bateman’s Tires has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Bateman’s Tires is a tire dealer and repair shop based in Niagara Falls. “We believe it is important to pay a living wage because people need to be able to pay their […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Force Security has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Force Security has provided professional, affordable security installation and monitoring from the Niagara Region to the GTA for over 30 years. They are based in Niagara Falls and currently employ seven full […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Super Plak has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Super Plak is a locally owned and operated business based in St. Catharines that provides high quality printing, plak mounting and canvas wraps. They currently employ five full time staff and one part […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network (NPRN) is pleased to announce that the 2021 living wage calculation has been established to be $18.90/hour. The living wage was last calculated in 2019 at $18.12, so this represents an hourly increase of $0.78 over a two year period. As part of National Living Wage Week, the Network has […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Mini Binz has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Mini Binz proudly provides the Niagara region with simple, straightforward junk removal. They offer premium service at a competitive price. Mini Binz is locally owned and operated and currently employs five full […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Intuitive Shipping has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Intuitive Shipping is a Niagara-based company that has created powerful tools to allow e-commerce merchants to execute a strategic approach to shipping. They give control to merchants on how their shipping is […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Out of Town Lincoln has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Out of Town Lincoln is a quality ground transportation company based in Niagara Falls. They proudly serve locals and tourists alike, and enjoy the distinguished reputation they have come to […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Out of the Past has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Out of the Past is a vintage clothing store with locations in both St. Catharines and Hamilton. They currently employ four full time and five part time employees. “First and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Little Chief & Co. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Little Chief & Co. is a new breed of shop focused on social responsibility. Sharing their passion for dogs and commitment to quality, they carefully curate products aimed to provide […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Flavour Art North America has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Flavour Art North America is an international synthetic flavouring and aroma manufacturer located in Niagara region.They currently employ 15 full time employees. “Making a commitment to a living wage is […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Upper Canada Animal Hospital has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Upper Canada Animal Hospital is a full service veterinary clinic based in Niagara-on-the-Lake and serving the entire Niagara region. With a keen focus on cats and dogs, they offer an exceptional […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that NatureKast has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. The name NatureKast is synonymous with beautiful outdoor kitchens and they are serious about maintaining that legacy. NatureKast revolutionized the industry with 100% weatherproof cabinetry, panels, trim and more with the look and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Cairnwood Homes become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Cairnwood Homes, built on heritage and opportunity, has over 30 years of experience in housing and real estate development in Niagara.They currently employ 14 full time staff and two part time staff and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Regional Broadband Network (NRBN) has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. This marks Niagara region’s 50thliving wage employer certification recognition. Municipally owned by Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake since 2004, NRBN empowers the community with their ultra-reliable fibre optic network. Across […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Cultivating Hope Foundation has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Cultivating Hope Foundation’s mission is to reduce food insecurity in the Niagara Region by incorporating all aspects of what causes food insecurity into their program. They are starting to do this […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that MarkMeldrum.com has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Mark Meldrum is an approved prep provider for Levels I, II and III of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program. They currently employ seven full time staff. “We chose to become a certified living wage employer […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Lincoln County Humane Society (LCHS) has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. LCHS is the first Humane Society in Ontario to become a certified living employer. The Lincoln County Humane Society is a charitable not-for-profit organization based in St. Catharines that […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Robert Land Academy has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Robert Land Academy (RLA) is Canada’s only military-themed private boarding school for boys. They were established in 1978 and are a not-for-profit organization run by a volunteer Board of Governors. The […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Trusted Time Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Trusted Time Inc. is a Human Resources (HR) Strategist for business development and growth. Their approach is to align an organization’s HR strategy with their business strategy to achieve desired business goals. […]

Another Niagara employer is signing on to provide a living wage. HR strategist firm Trusted Time Inc. has taken the Niagara Poverty Reduction Network Championship level pledge to provide a living wage. The company has four full-time staff members. “Trusted Time values the people that produce the services we all depend on in our communities […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that GFL Environmental Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. GFL Environmental Inc. is a leading North American provider of diversified environmental solutions that include collection, hauling, sorting, transfer and disposal of non-hazardous solid waste; identification, collection, transport, processing, recycling and […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Canalside Soda Company has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Canalside Soda Company began brewing Old Fashioned soda beverages in 2019 from its St. Catharines brewery. Their flavours all come from real ingredients, and are sweetened with cane sugar. Their inspiration […]

July 15, 2020 Inspire Clean is a Certified Living Wage Employer The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Inspire Clean has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Thorold-based Inspire Clean provides a variety of house cleaning services that are available throughout Niagara region. They currently employ one full […]

  The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Community Legal Clinic has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Niagara Community Legal Clinic is a not-for-profit agency funded by Legal Aid Ontario, with a mission of providing access to the justice system for low-income people in Niagara. The […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that The Social Gourmet has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. The Social Gourmet is a boutique social media management company based in Grimsby that provides solutions tailored to a business’ needs and goals. They work in and around the community with small […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Tattersall, Brown & Lacas Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. St. Catharines-based Tattersall, Brown & Lacas Inc. is a home renovation and general repair business specializing in tiling, flooring, drywall, mudding, and millwork. They currently employ three full time […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Regional Housing (NRH) has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Niagara Regional Housing has been administering Community Housing for Niagara Region since 2002. Governed by a Board of Directors with five Niagara Regional Councillors and four community members, NRH is […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Bethany Community Church has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Bethany Community Church is a local church that has been around since 1899. As a church in the Niagara Region, they see themselves as part of the Region’s strategic plan for […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Griffiths Performance Physiotherapy has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Griffiths Performance Physiotherapy is a family-run business based in Niagara Falls and currently employs two full time staff, one part time staff and one contractor. They provide a variety of physiotherapy […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Landlord Web Solutions has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Landlord Web Solutions (LWS) is a leading provider of marketing solutions for the multifamily industry in North America. From an ambitious team of six to more than 40 employees spread between […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that One Earth has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. They currently employ two full time and two part time staff. “We are honoured and humbled to join a growing group of like-minded employers that understand the value of investing in people. […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Con Gusto Artisan Bakery has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Since first opening its doors in 2006, Con Gusto has earned a reputation as a go-to source for premium-quality artisanal breads, pastries and traditional Italian baking in Niagara. Based in […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Centennial Construction and Contracting (Niagara) Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Centennial Construction is now a second generation family run business that was established in 1992. Originally just homebuilders, they eventually expanded into foundations, site servicing, concrete, and more. […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Sexual Assault Centre has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. The Niagara Sexual Assault Centre provides counselling and other support services to survivors of child sexual abuse, incest and sexual assault, as well as educational programs in schools and for […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that ClaraDerma+ has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. ClaraDerma+ is a medical aesthetics clinic dedicated to helping patients address their skin needs using a variety of preventative measures, corrective treatments and patient education. They are based in St. Catharines and currently […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Modern Landfill Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. Steve Washuta started his original business, Modern Disposal Services, Inc. in 1964 with a single truck, and the enterprise has grown into a privately held, multi-divisional company with operations in Canada, […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Gillian’s Place has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. As one of Ontario’s first shelters for abused women and children, Gillian’s Place has grown to provide services throughout North and West Niagara. With the 34 bed shelter and two office locations, […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Gales Gas Bar Limited has become a certified living wage employer at the Supporter level. This means that all of their full time staff are currently paid at least Niagara’s calculated living wage of $17.99/hour and they have committed to begin implementing a plan to […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Kraun Electric Inc. has become a certified living wage employer at the Champion level. This means that all full time, part time, and contract employees are paid at least Niagara’s calculated living wage of $17.99/hour. Kraun Electric is a full-service electrical contractor, established in 1996. […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Marmax Machine & Manufacturing has become a certified living wage employer. Marmax Machine & Manufacturing is a family owned and operated steel processing facility located in Thorold. They currently employ ten full time and one part time staff. “We decided to become certified as a […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that The Enviro-Niagara Group has become a certified living wage employer. The Enviro-Niagara Group was established in 2009, beginning with the purchase of a heating and air conditioning vendor. Today, Enviro-Niagara has a full-service retail location with heating, air conditioning, fireplace, hearth, barbecue, and custom metal […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that ServiceMaster Restore of Niagara has become a certified living wage employer. ServiceMaster Restore of Niagara is a full service restoration company that provides property owners and insurance companies with the highest quality emergency restoration services. They have been serving the Niagara region for over 50 […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that The Niagara Herbalist has become a certified living wage employer. The Niagara Herbalist is a family owned and operated recreational cannabis retail store located in St. Catharines. They opened on April 1, a few months after being selected as one of 25 new retailers in […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Second Dance Bridal has become a certified living wage employer. Second Dance Bridal is a consignment bridal boutique located in downtown St. Catharines. They offer a full selection of current, pre-owned designer gowns and new dresses for brides and bridesmaids. Owner Jennifer Newman, disheartened by […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Dun’ for You Contracting has become a certified living wage employer. Dun’ for You Contracting has been providing superior renovations and home improvements in the Niagara Region since 2003. There are two principals owners and four full time employees and they are currently looking to […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Eye Care Centre (NECC) has become a certified living wage employer. Niagara Eye Care Centre was co-founded in 2018 by two local ophthalmologists, Dr. Adnan Pirbhai and Dr. El-Karim Rhemtulla. The growing multi-practice centre aims to provide the region of Niagara with world class […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Sicard RV has become a certified living wage employer. Based in Smithville, Sicard RV is a family-owned and operated business for over 50 years. Sicard RV is one of Canada’s largest premier recreational vehicle dealerships. They provide their customers with in-house services including; technical, mechanical […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Spirit Athletics has become a certified living wage employer. Spirit Athletics opened in 2018 and is owned by Rhys Ottaway. They are an athletic and character development program based out of St. Catharines that offers cheerleading, tumbling, and other fitness activities. They currently employ six […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Dispatch has become a certified living wage employer. Opened in March 2019 by Chef Adam Hynam-Smith and Tamara Jensen, Dispatch is a 40-seat fine dining restaurant located in downtown St. Catharines. They currently employ six full time and four part time staff. Dispatch is part […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Beechwood Doughnuts has become a certified living wage employer. Beechwood Doughnuts is Niagara’s first and only 100% vegan doughnut shop. Located in the heart of Downtown St. Catharines, Beechwood Doughnuts has proven that plant-based foods can be just as delicious as they are compassionate. They […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that the John Howard Society of Niagara has become a certified Living Wage Employer. The John Howard Society of Niagara is a non-profit organization committed to the development and delivery of programs that reduce the social, economic and personal costs of crime. It provides community-based programs […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Person Centered Care (PCC) has become Niagara’s tenth certified Living Wage Employer. Person Centered Care is a private agency that was founded in 2016 by Alyshia Meredith. Their Life Skills Coaches are trained to support people of all ages with vulnerabilities such as developmental disabilities, […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that Niagara Pallet has become Niagara’s 9th certified Living Wage Employer. Niagara Pallet started in 1993 and is owned by the Vrugteveen family. They are a leading manufacturer, seller and recycler of pallets and shipping materials. Their Smithville-based operations are housed in a 23,000 square foot […]

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network is pleased to announce that St. Catharines-based Iron Will Raw Inc. has become Niagara’s 8th certified Living Wage Employer. Iron Will Raw Inc.TM was purchased in June 2013 by Matt Bonanno. For many years Matt had worked with and trained protection and police dogs. His experience and love for these […]

We are very proud to announce that PenFinancial is a Certified Living Wage Employer.