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February 16, 2023 - 8:35 AM
A majority of Canadians feel like they’re being asked to tip more and more frequently – and they’re ready to do away with the whole tipping system.
According to data from the Angus Reid Institute release today, Feb. 16, 59% of Canadians feel that employees should earn higher base wages and not rely on tipping as part of their income.
In a 2016 survey, 43% of Canadians who responded said they tipped less than 15%. This year, 23% of respondents said they tipped less than 15%.
In 2016, 8% of Canadians surveyed tipped more than 20% and now that number has risen to 21%.
"Tip creep" is setting in – many locations that didn’t used to ask for a tip have added the option to digital payment machines and Canadians are feeling fatigued – 83% felt too many places were asking for tips nowadays. Meanwhile, just 13% feel that customer service has improved as a result of tip increases.
British Columbians surveyed reported tip creep the most at 74% and the highest rate of tip-flation at 73%.
Among those who want to do away with tipping, 86% believe the model allows employers to underpay their staff and 53% of those who want gratuities to stay also agree.
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