Payroll software · Canada
Wagepoint
CA-built payroll — $20/mo + $2/employee, top small-business pick
Market position
Wagepoint is CA-built payroll specifically for CA small businesses. Pricing structure ($20/mo + $2/employee) is the most accessible among CA payroll options. CRA-compliant, all-province coverage including Quebec, native ROE generation.
Canada-specific note
Quebec payroll is unusually complex (different deductions, RQ instead of CRA for some filings) — Wagepoint handles natively. ROE (Record of Employment) generation is mandatory in CA and automated here.
Pros
- + CA-built with deep CA payroll-compliance understanding
- + Most accessible CA payroll pricing ($20/mo + $2/employee)
- + Quebec payroll handled natively
- + ROE generation automated
Cons
- − Smaller feature set than Gusto/QBO Payroll
- − CA-only — no cross-market relevance
- − Best fit for small CA businesses (1-15 employees)
Typical Canada pricing
CAD$20/month + $2/employee
Why this matters for Canada trades
Trade certification is provincial (with the interprovincial Red Seal endorsement), and payroll/accounting software must handle CRA source deductions, GST/HST/PST, and — for Quebec — French-language and Revenu Québec requirements.
Canadian trades vendor selection is shaped by provincial trade certification (often Red Seal), CRA payroll remittances, GST/HST/PST handling, and bilingual (English/French) requirements in some provinces.
Frequently asked
Is Wagepoint a good fit for Canada trades?
Wagepoint is CA-built payroll specifically for CA small businesses. Pricing structure ($20/mo + $2/employee) is the most accessible among CA payroll options. CRA-compliant, all-province coverage including Quebec, native ROE generation. Quebec payroll is unusually complex (different deductions, RQ instead of CRA for some filings) — Wagepoint handles natively. ROE (Record of Employment) generation is mandatory in CA and automated here.
What does Wagepoint cost in Canada?
CAD$20/month + $2/employee. Pricing and availability can change by region — confirm current Canada pricing on the vendor's site before committing.
Is Wagepoint recommended?
Yes — it is a Tier S (Recommended) pick in our Canada directory for payroll software, based on market fit and reputation. Still compare it against the alternatives for your specific trade and region.