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Amazon bumps hourly wages by $1 for operations workers in Canada

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Amazon announced an increase in the average hourly base wage for operations workers in Canada to $26.27, marking a $1 raise from the previous year. The adjustment reflects a four percent year-over-year increase and will take effect starting September 27.

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Online retailer Amazon announced an increase in its hourly base wages for operations workers in Canada to $26.27, up by $1 from last year's rate, effective as of September 27. This raise signifies a four percent year-over-year increase. The wage bump aims to boost employee compensation amid ongoing labor market dynamics and economic conditions in Canada.

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