At a Glance
Ideal for
Canadian businesses that want a dedicated payroll partner with personalized support instead of a call centre
Consider that
Only available for Canadian businesses
Typical cost: $50/mo
Best For
Canadian businesses that want a dedicated payroll partner with personalized support instead of a call centre
About Payworks
Payworks is a Canadian payroll and HR platform built exclusively for Canadian businesses. It handles payroll processing, tax remittances, ROE submissions, and WCB premiums automatically, with dedicated CPA-trained service representatives assigned to each client. The platform integrates payroll with HR, time tracking, absence management, and employee self-service into a single cloud-based system.
Key Features
Automated payroll with tax remittances, WCB, and ROE filing
Dedicated CPA-trained service representative for each client
Integrated HR, time tracking, and absence management modules
Employee self-service portal for pay stubs and tax forms
Unlimited payroll previews before authorization
Cloud-based with automatic legislative and compliance updates
Things to Consider
Only available for Canadian businesses
No public pricing — requires quote request
No free tier or self-serve trial
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Our Rating
4.2
Strong Canadian payroll solution with excellent personalized support. Best for businesses that want a dedicated service rep rather than self-serve software.
Reviewed Mar 2026 by our editorial team
PricingPaid
Est. Monthly Cost$21-200/mo
CategoryHR & Payroll
Founded2000
Last UpdatedMar 2026
Trial Info
Quote-based pricing starting at ~$20.90/mo + $2/employee