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Horizons provides compliance solutions to ensure your business in Canada operates in line with Canadian labor laws and tax regulations. Businesses benefit from hiring in, investing in, or job outsourcing to, Canada in a range of industries, from customer service, to accounting services, to software development.
We also process monthly payroll, and, as a Canada Employer of Record, absorb all local employer liabilities. Partnering with our Canada PEO is the quickest and most cost-effective way to enter the Canadian market.
PEO Platform Hire in Canada, and pay employees through our platform or app. | PEO Cost Our Canada PEO solution is the most affordable on the market. | Time-to-hire Fast onboarding in Canada, hire in as little as 12 hours. |
Contracts We draft labor contracts compliant with Canadian labor law. | Local Benefits We administer all mandatory benefits and contributions in Canada. | 180+ Countries It doesn’t stop with Canada — we are an international PEO |
Our Canada PEO solution enables your business expansion from within Canada.
From our offices in downtown Toronto and Vancouver (stop by for a coffee in case you’re around!), we manage staff recruitment and hiring across Canada, ensuring compliance with all federal and provincial laws.
111 Peter Street, Suite 700
M5V 2H1, Toronto – Canada
Questions about hiring in Canada? Call our Toronto Office: +1 (437) 747-7746
Probationary period | 3 months (standard) 6 months (max.) |
Termination notice period | 2 weeks (standard average practice in most provinces) Ontario: 1 week – 8 weeks, depending on. years of service |
Severance | Only in Ontario: 1 week’s salary per year of service (starting from 5th year of service) |
Probationary period | 3 months (standard) 6 months (max.) |
Termination notice period | 2 weeks (standard average practice in most provinces) Ontario: 1 week – 8 weeks, depending on years of service |
Severance | Only in Ontario: 1 week’s salary per year of service (starting from 5th year of service) |
Quick, compliant hiring in 12 hours—no subsidiary required.
Date | Holiday name |
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1 Jan Sunday | New Year’s Day |
2 Jan Monday | Day off for New Year’s Day |
7 Apr Friday | Good Friday |
10 Apr Monday | Easter Monday |
22 May Monday | Victoria Day |
1 Jul Saturday | Canada Day |
7 Aug Monday | Heritage Day |
4 Sep Monday | Labour Day |
30 Sep Saturday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
9 Oct Monday | Thanksgiving Day |
11 Nov Saturday | Remembrance Day |
25 Dec Monday | Christmas Day |
26 Dec Tuesday | Boxing Day |
Under the Canada Labour Code, employees have a minimum of five days of sick leave, including three days paid leave after three months of employment. Additional days may may be provided under provincial laws.
Women who have worked for at least six months continuously can access paid maternity leave of up to 17 weeks upon submission of a medical note for proof. This period of leave can start up to 12 weeks before the birth date. Additionally, both parents can access unpaid parental leave of 37 weeks, or unpaid standard leave of 61 to 63 weeks (depending on province).
When terminating employees in Canada, employers are required to adhere to a ‘reasonable’ notice period, or a payment in place of notice. The minimum notice period varies by location, and may be stipulated in an employment contract. Several factors may be considered when determining a ‘reasonable’ notice period, such as the age of the employee, the nature of their role, and so on.
Additionally, employees who are terminated without proper cause can be entitled to severance pay. At a federal level, employees who have worked for more than one year continuously are entitled to either two days of wages per year of employment, or five days wages (whichever is greater).
Navigating employee terminations and handling severance packages can be complicated for companies expanding overseas for the first time. Horizons’ Canada PEO can mitigate risk for foreign companies and provide guidance through this process.
Taxation in Canada is complex and it is another area where both federal and provincial laws apply
Canada operates a progressive tax model, with higher earners paying a significantly higher proportion of their income in income tax. There is a federal rate, which varies from 0% to 33% as of 2022, which includes a portion for pension plans and employment insurance, and an additional provincial rate, which can vary significantly depending on income level and location.
In addition to the federal pension and employment insurance, other tax-funded social programs are run on a provincial basis, with funding taken from income tax and varying by location.
The minimum wage in Canada varies by province and territory, and is subject to regular change. The latest rates are:
Minimum Wage Country Comparison Chart | (Per month in USD) |
Alberta | $15 |
British Columbia | $15.20 |
Manitoba | $11.95 |
New Brunswick | $11.75 |
Newfoundland & Labrador | $12.75 |
Nova Scotia | $12.95 |
Nunavut | $16.00 |
Ontario | $14.35 |
Prince Edward Island | $13.00 |
Quebec | $13.50 |
Saskatchewan | $11.81 |
Yukon | $15.20 |
Horizons Canada recognizes how important peace of mind is. We value the health and well-being of our employees. That’s why we’re providing our locally hired staff with access to a quality employee benefits program to support their long-term health and wellness.
Our plan coverage includes:
With Horizons, you get quick service, transparent pricing, and expert support.
A Canada PEO and a Canada EOR are two types of companies which specialize in providing human resources services to businesses in Canada.
The main difference between a Canada PEO and a Canada EOR is in the scope of their services.
Canada PEOs provide a full range of HR services, including payroll, benefits administration, and employee recruiting—all under one roof as a co-employer. Engaging a Canada PEO is essentially outsourcing your HR duties in Canada.
Canada EORs actually take over as the legal employer of your employees based abroad. Canada EORs become responsible for labor compliance for your employees in Canada.
At Horizons, we offer both PEO and EOR services in Canada. Get in touch now and let us know what service you are seeking.
Yes! We operate with our 100% owned local subsidiary. In addition, Horizons is registered in all ten provinces and three territories.
Our Canada operations are managed directly by our local team who’s based out of our offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
A PEO in Canada can feasibly hire both local and foreign nationals to work in Canada.
However, the ability of Horizons to sponsor your foreign national employee in Canada may be limited due to visa quotas practiced in many countries.
Contact us with your requirements and our Global Mobility team with review the case and get back to you within 2 business days.
In most cases, Horizons’ Canada PEO can hire & onboard your employee within 24 hours. The actual start date of the employee will depend on their notice period obligation to their previous employer as well as any relevant hiring rules in Canada.
It is possible to get a work visa in Canada. Horizons’ Global Mobility team is a dedicated team of work visa experts. They assess the details of each case to determine feasibility and costs before Horizons applies for the work visa on behalf of your employee. If the Global Mobility team determines that your case is feasible, the process is smooth and transparent. Visa spots in Canada are limited, however—get started today to secure your employees’ visa spot.
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