Western Compensation & Benefits Consultants

Western Compensation & Benefits Consultants WCBC is a leading compensation and benefits consulting firm serving Canadian and international clients for over 40 years.

We offer integrated total compensation services, including salaries, incentives, group benefits, and retirement services. WCBC specializes in assisting organizations determine how much and how to pay, motivate and retain employees. We offer a fully-integrated total compensation service providing:
- strategic direction;
- benchmarking;
- design;
- implementation; and

- management of all aspects of the employee value proposition. In addition to our consulting services, WCBC publishes annual salary surveys, offering organizations valuable insights into current salaries, bonuses, group insurance, retirement benefits, and compensation best practices.

This year, WCBC has completed a significant update to its compensation surveys, expanding coverage to more than 740 benc...
06/22/2026

This year, WCBC has completed a significant update to its compensation surveys, expanding coverage to more than 740 benchmark positions across a broader range of functions and job levels. The enhanced framework reflects how organizations are structured today, including evolving roles, greater specialization, and increased variation by level.

This expanded coverage supports stronger job matches, improved alignment across levels, and more defensible market comparisons.

Registration for WCBC's salary surveys is open, and the July 20 deadline is approaching quickly.

Don't miss the opportunity to participate in our most comprehensive compensation survey offering yet. Learn more and participate here: https://wcbc.ca/published-surveys/
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WCBC’s Salary Increase Forecast Survey is open for participation! Complete the survey in just 10 minutes and receive: ✅...
06/16/2026

WCBC’s Salary Increase Forecast Survey is open for participation!

Complete the survey in just 10 minutes and receive:
✅ Exclusive early access to the full Salary Increase Report
✅ Breakdown by industry, region, and employee type
✅ Union vs. non-union salary trends
✅ Data to inform smarter compensation decisions for 2027

Learn more and participate today: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JX8SK59
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WCBC’s Salary Increase Forecast Survey is now open and we want your input. Participate here: https://www.surveymonkey.co...
06/02/2026

WCBC’s Salary Increase Forecast Survey is now open and we want your input. Participate here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JX8SK59

In under 15 minutes, you'll contribute to a nationwide snapshot of salary increase plans across Canada. Participants will receive the full report.

Want to learn more? Visit our website today: https://wcbc.ca/2027-salary-increase-forecast/
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05/26/2026

The Province is increasing B.C.’s minimum wage to $18.25 per hour effective June 1, 2026. The increase applies to the general minimum wage as well as several specialized wage categories across the province.

Read more about the update here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026LBR0021-000581
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05/21/2026

WCBC’s Salary Increase Forecast Survey is coming soon! 📢

Complete the survey in just 10 minutes and receive:
✅ Exclusive early access to the full Salary Increase Report
✅ Breakdown by industry, region, and employee type
✅ Union vs. non-union salary trends
✅ Data to inform smarter compensation decisions for 2027

Don't miss your chance to participate!
Subscribe today and stay tuned: https://wcbc.ca/subscribe/
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Are return-to-office mandates actually shifting employer practices?Over the past year, return-to-office announcements fr...
04/16/2026

Are return-to-office mandates actually shifting employer practices?

Over the past year, return-to-office announcements from major employers, including Canada's largest banks and the Government of Canada, have generated significant attention. But are these high-profile decisions actually influencing what most employers are doing?

WCBC recently surveyed 312 Canadian organizations to better understand how remote and hybrid work is evolving in practice. Our latest blog outlines key insights from this research.

Read the highlights: https://wcbc.ca/research-project-hybrid-work/

WCBC is proud to once again sponsor the CPHR BC & Yukon HR Conference & Expo.As a long-time sponsor, we always value the...
04/08/2026

WCBC is proud to once again sponsor the CPHR BC & Yukon HR Conference & Expo.

As a long-time sponsor, we always value the opportunity to connect with HR professionals from across the region and contribute to conversations shaping today’s workplace.

For over 40 years, WCBC has provided independent, evidence-based advice on compensation and benefits; helping organizations design practical, well-governed programs that align with their business objectives and workforce needs.

If you’re attending the conference, we invite you to learn more about our work here: https://wcbc.ca/hrconf-2026/

WCBC’s Salary Surveys are open for participation! These surveys support salary planning, hiring decisions, internal equi...
03/31/2026

WCBC’s Salary Surveys are open for participation! These surveys support salary planning, hiring decisions, internal equity reviews, and budget planning throughout the year.

One survey. Multiple pay decisions.

Learn more & register to participate today: https://wcbc.ca/registration2026as/

Address

502-595 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC
V6C2T5

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+16046839155

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