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How do I calculate stat holiday pay? Asked and answered!

Resources | May 20, 2026

How is statutory holiday pay calculated in Canada?

Statutory holiday pay (also called stat pay, general holiday pay, public holiday pay, or an indemnity) refers to the legislated wages eligible Canadian employees are entitled to receive on or in lieu of a statutory holiday. Calculations differ by...

Here’s how to navigate payroll when an employee goes on leave.

Resources | May 08, 2026

Your step-by-step payroll guide to employee leaves in Canada

While there are plenty of reasons a Canadian employee might need to take a leave of absence from work, these leaves are...

Canadian Sick Note Legislation: What Canadian employers need to know and how we can help.

Resources | Apr 23, 2026

Sick Note Rules Changed Across Canada — What HR Teams Need to Know

Sick note rules have shifted significantly across Canada over the past two years. Here’s a summary of the key changes,...

Resources | Apr 16, 2026

Questions about Québec payroll legislation? We’ve got you covered!

If you’re a Québec-based business, or an organization with employees in Québec, you likely have questions about a few...

Dues and membership fees – what Canadian businesses should know

Resources | Mar 27, 2026

What do Canadian businesses need to know about dues and membership fees?

As a Canadian business owner, it’s important for you to have a good understanding of all things “dues” – whether they’re...

Resources | Mar 17, 2026

Payroll in Canada: How do I select a payroll system for my Canadian business?

Starting a new business in Canada? Payworks’ five-part “Payroll in Canada” series is here to guide you through each step of...

Received a PIER Report or a Discrepancy Notice (PD4R)? Don’t worry – our experts take you step-by-step through the process.

Resources | Mar 10, 2026

I received a PIER Report and a Discrepancy Notice (PD4R) – what should I do?

Ahhhh, March. The year-end period is over, T4s and RL-1s are filed, and you can finally relax. You’re all ready to pour yourself a beverage and sit down for a night of bingeing your favourite TV show, only to notice an unread piece of mail – from...

Resources | Feb 18, 2026

Payroll in Canada: How do I register my Canadian business to run payroll?

Starting a new business in Canada? Payworks’ five-part “Payroll in Canada” series is here to guide you through each step of...

What employers need to know about CDCP for the T4 season.

Resources | Feb 04, 2026

Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP): What Employers Need to Know

Have you heard the news? The Government of Canada established the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) in 2023. And new for the...

Got a few last-minute year-end questions? Expert answers are here!

Resources | Feb 03, 2026

Asked and answered: five year-end questions from small businesses

Psst: the 2025 tax year’s filing deadline for T4s and RL-1 slips is only a few weeks away! And while we’re sure you’ve been...

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...