The Stratford Perth Community Foundation has achieved certification as a living wage employer – as recently announced by United Way Perth-Huron.
“Central to the community foundation movement is a shared vision that no one is left behind,” stated Heidi Culliton, Executive Director of the Stratford Perth Community Foundation. “Living wage certification upholds our Foundation’s ongoing commitment to provide our employees with fair and competitive pay for their important work. We believe that when individuals thrive, communities become more resilient and connected.”
United Way Perth-Huron Executive Director Ryan Erb expressed his gratitude, saying, “We thank the Stratford Perth Community Foundation for certifying. An important part of building a stronger region is making sure workers are paid a living wage so they can take part in the life of the community. We appreciate the Foundation’s commitment to their employees and the place we call home.”
The certification aligns with the Perth-Huron living wage rate of $22.75 per hour, a figure that reflects the local cost of living and is recalculated annually using local data.
This wage considers the living expenses of various family types, including a family of four, a single parent with a school-aged child, and a single adult, after accounting for government transfers and deductions. Essential expenses factored into this calculation include food, housing, utilities, clothing, childcare, and transportation.
For more information about the Perth-Huron living wage, visit [perthhuron.unitedway.ca].
Written by: B. Shakyaver