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Payroll knowledge, minus the jargon

Guides, explainers, and updates for Canadian business owners who'd rather understand payroll than fear it.

CRA Remittance Deadlines Every Canadian Employer Should Know

Missing a remittance deadline can mean penalties and interest — even by a single day. Here's a plain-language breakdown of what's due, when, and how ThredPay keeps you ahead of it.

RT Riley Tanaka · 7 min read

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Payroll Basics

How to Read Your Pay Stub: A Plain-Language Guide

Every line explained — from gross pay to the deductions that add up fastest.

5 min read

Compliance

What Changes to EI Premiums Mean for Your 2026 Budget

A quick breakdown of this year's rate changes and what to plan for.

4 min read

Payroll Basics

Hourly vs. Salary: Choosing the Right Pay Structure

The tradeoffs behind each pay type, and how to decide per role.

6 min read

HR & Culture

5 Onboarding Mistakes That Cost You Great Hires

Small process gaps that quietly push new hires out the door.

6 min read

Compliance

Provincial Employment Standards: A Cross-Canada Cheat Sheet

Minimum wage, overtime, and leave rules, province by province.

8 min read

Product Updates

Why We Built ThredPay: Notes from the Founders

The frustrations that led us to start building, and where we're headed.

4 min read

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