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Text reads, “Two quick reminders before the year-end filing deadline”.

Innovation | Jan 27, 2026

Wait! Before you authorize those year-end tax forms… two quick reminders

Originally published on February 1, 2021 Yes, it’s true – the year-end filing deadline is just around the corner. But if you’ve been diligently following your year-end checklist, you’ve likely got things well under control (maybe even more than you...

A padlock on a keyboard accompanied by text that reads, “why choose multi-layered security?”.

Resources | Jan 27, 2026

Strength in numbers: taking a layered approach to information security

This article was originally published October 22, 2020. When an employee browses the web, they’re unknowingly connecting to...

Customer Stories, Metropolitan Hospitality Management.

Innovation | Jan 26, 2026

Customer Story: How Managed Payroll Services helps MHM breathe easier

For over 35 years, Metropolitan Hospitality Management (MHM) has been “committed to sustainability and responsible tourism,”...

Person holding mobile phone that displays a pay statement in the Payworks Self Service App with overlaid text reading, “What’s new: time on the go, simpler payroll, smoother year-end.”

Innovation | Jan 23, 2026

In case you missed it: new features you’ll love heading into 2026

New year, new tools! As we step into 2026 with fresh goals, now’s the perfect time to catch up on the latest product updates...

Text reads, “Bookkeepers: share the year-end workload & do more of what you love”.

Resources | Jan 21, 2026

Bookkeepers, turn year-end chaos into calmness

A quick question for all you bookkeepers out there: when you think of last year’s year-end, what’s the first thing that...

Two Payworks staff wearing orange “Pay it Forward” t-shirts installing siding on a Habitat for Humanity house.

Pay It Forward | Jan 20, 2026

Habitat for Humanity: hammers, hard hats and heart

When new folks join the Payworks team, they’re delighted to learn they’re entitled to two paid days off per year to...

How often should you be paying your team? Explore the ins & outs of payroll frequency.

Resources | Jan 16, 2026

Payroll frequency made simple – a quick guide for Canadian businesses

When you’re starting up a business, one of the many decisions you’ll need to make is how often you’ll pay your staff. Figuring this out upfront not only sets you up to plan out a payroll calendar that’s compliant with your deduction remittance...

Text reads, “Don’t forget to verify delivery addresses for year-end tax forms”.

Resources | Jan 13, 2026

Before year-end, verify your company's and employees’ delivery addresses

To ensure a smoother year-end experience, there's a simple task you can complete now to avoid a major headache later:...

Say “Yes, Chef!” to easier time entry (& more!) for restaurant staff.

Innovation | Jan 13, 2026

Restaurant staff retention: three ways our Self Service App can help

Summary: By simplifying time entry, scheduling and shift coverage, you can make your staff’s work life easier – which frees...

Text reads, “Don’t wait until it’s too late! Five helpful year-end payroll processing reminders”.

Resources | Jan 11, 2026

You only process tax forms once a year – here’s what you might be forgetting

If you’re responsible for payroll, we don’t have to tell you that it’s complicated. And while you might have a great rhythm...

“There are so many people who bring hope” and more insights from this year’s SCA.

Culture | Jan 09, 2026

How to thrive – and make a difference! – as a United Way SCA

How to thrive – and make a difference! – as a United Way SCA You’ve heard the saying “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” right? Well, according to Payworks Small Business Service Support Lead Laura Stephens, United Way is one of the...