Small Business Payroll that gives you more time back

Spend more time growing your business and less time on payroll. ADP Canada small business services help simplify payroll and free up valuable time, so you can focus on your customers, your employees, and the future of your business.

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Pay your employees with ease and confidence

From direct deposits and payroll taxes to T4s and year-end filing, managing payroll comes with a lot to keep track of. The ADP Canada Small Business Team helps simplify every payday and keeps you on top of your payroll obligations year-round. With expert service and support in English and French, plus an intuitive platform built for Canadian small businesses, paying your people is easier than ever before.

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Payroll programs designed for Canadian small businesses

Your small business keeps you busy. Between direct deposits, payroll taxes, T4s and year-end deadlines, there's a lot to manage. The ADP Canada Small Business Team helps simplify payroll, so you can stay organized, manage compliance and confident year-round.

Our solutions built with Canadian small businesses in mind, you can:
With solutions built specifically for Canadian small businesses, you can:

  • Process payroll in minutes
  • Pay employees through direct deposit and provide digital pay statements
  • Automate payroll tax calculations and year-end forms, including T4s
  • Access expert payroll support in English and French when you need it

Our intuitive payroll platform and dedicated support help reduce manual work, simplify paydayand make payroll easier to manage from start to finish.

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Find your perfect small business payroll solution

You've got options — choose the ADP Workforce Now On the Go® package that best fits your business. Whether you’re comparing different payroll companies or searching for a trusted small business payroll program, ADP has flexible solutions built for Canadian businesses.

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Real easy payroll for Canadian small businesses

REAL SIMPLE HR AND PAYROLL

Payroll done faster, tax filing done for you

It’s not easy running a small business. We’re here with the payroll and tax solutions and support you need, when and how you need them:

  • Process payroll in minutes, at your desk or on the move
  • Payroll taxes calculated, deducted, and paid automatically for you
  • Quarterly and annual reporting done for you
  • Forms (T4s, Relevés) created and sent automatically to your employees
  • Integrate time-tracking with payroll

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REAL SIMPLE HR AND PAYROLL

REAL CANADIAN CONFIDENCE

Help avoid costly mistakes before they happen

ADP’s payroll software helps keep up with changing tax, payroll and wage regulations across Canada while automating time-consuming tasks and helping reduce the likelihood of errors.

Employee self-service lets your team members access pay information and update their details, saving you time to focus on another important task. Plus, robust security helps protect your business and employee data.

REAL PEOPLE PARTNERS

Real support from people who understand your business.

Get more than payroll and HR tools. Get real people who understand the unique needs of Canadian small businesses and are there to help when you need them. From payroll and compliance questions to proactive HR guidance, you have a trusted partner in your corner.

Why companies chose ADPs payroll service in Canada

Over 40,000 small businesses in Canada trust ADP® to deliver a better payroll experience. As one of the established payroll providers for small business, our expertise and easy-to-use platforms simplify small business payroll and HR, so you can stay focused on the work that matters most.

ADP is built on the promise of helping you get payroll right, so you don’t have to worry about it.

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Small business payroll FAQs

How much does small business payroll cost?

The cost of small business payroll depends on several factors, including payroll frequency, total number of employees and the specific services that are needed. Most commonly, there is a per-payroll processing fee and an annual base fee. The important thing to remember is that a payroll service may actually save you money when compared to the cost of tax penalties. ADP will work with you to determine the right payroll setup for your business, whether you have just one employee or several.

Can a small business do their own payroll?

Do-it-yourself payroll is a popular choice for some new businesses, but like any other DIY project, it may only save you money if you have the skills and resources to do it correctly. You could be quickly overwhelmed by the amount of time it takes to run payroll on your own and the costly penalties that can possibly ensue if you make mistakes. For this reason, many small businesses turn to a payroll service provider for assistance.

How do small businesses run payroll?

Whether you choose to tackle the job on your own or work with a professional, running small business payroll, in its most basic form, consists of these steps:

  1. Track and record employee hours worked
  2. Calculate wages and withholding amounts (taxes, benefits, etc.)
  3. Distribute wages to employees
  4. Deposit the withheld taxes with appropriate government agencies
  5. File employer tax returns at the applicable deadlines
  6. Send employees T4/Releve and other required tax forms
  7. Issue Record of Employment (ROE)
    Throughout each stage of this process, you’ll need to comply with constantly changing regulations – a task that can be difficult without the expertise and assistance of a payroll provider like ADP.

What does payroll software for small business include?

Small business payroll software might have the following features, depending on the payroll provider:

  • Capability to manage payroll from any location and device
  • Automatic calculation, payment, and filing of taxes on your behalf with proper authorization
  • Options for employee self-service and preferred payment methods
  • Smart technology designed to identify possible errors
  • Built-in compliance with payroll regulations

What are the benefits of using small business payroll software?

One of the main reasons small businesses opt for payroll software is to save time. This software also ensures that employees receive their payments promptly and accurately through their chosen payment method. Consequently, it allows you to dedicate more effort toward enhancing your products or services, expanding your customer base, and pursuing other revenue-generating initiatives.

Does small business payroll software save your business money?

Tax penalties and fines due to payroll mistakes can be costly. Using payroll software can help reduce or prevent these errors, potentially saving you money. Additionally, this software automates the payroll process, which can lower the labour costs involved in managing payroll.

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