Several new laws and changes will be coming to Ontario in October 2025 that will affect everyday workers and businesses. Here are all the new laws and rules coming to Ontario in October. Minimum wage increaseThe Ontario government will officially increase the minimum wage from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour, effective Oct. 1, 2025. Along with the general minimum wage increase, the student minimum wage is also set to increase from $16.20 per hour to $16.60 per hour. "In the face of President Trump's attacks on Ontario's economy, our government will do whatever it takes to protect Ontario workers and businesses.