Payroll and benefits

Find out how to handle payroll deductions and earnings reporting. Learn about ways to reduce your employment insurance premiums or offer supplemental unemployment benefits.

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Payroll

What you need to do as an employer, open a payroll account and calculate deductions and contributions.

Request for payroll information

Service Canada may occasionally ask you to complete a Request for Payroll Information form. Learn about options for reporting this information.

Automated Earnings Reporting System

Voluntary program that allows employers to submit their payroll information to Service Canada each month using a secure online application.

Reducing your EI premiums

If you are an employer who provides your employees with disability coverage for short-term illness or injury, you may be eligible for a reduction in your EI premium rate.

Supplemental unemployment benefits program

If you are an employer who provides your employees with a supplement to the EI benefits received in cases of temporary stoppage of work, training or illness you must register your plan with the Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Program.

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