Laura A. Barton

Beaches Sandbox was established during the pandemic with a vision to provide a space for community connection, creativity and fun! Founders Paulette O’Leary and Jason Schuy noticed a lack of opportunities for people to come together and decided to create a hub that caters to all ages, abilities and backgrounds. No one is excluded from […]

Clients look to their bookkeeper or bookkeeping firm as their guiding light when it comes to payroll and paying their employees. No surprise then that as a bookkeeping firm owner, we do a lot of payroll. Meaning I needed to find the right payroll software. And my goal was to find a payroll software that […]

There are so many rules in place for employers when it comes to payroll in Canada. And the fact that they vary across provinces or can be influenced by the federal government can make it even more confusing. Even the rules have more rules, so we don’t blame business owners for having so many questions! […]

If you’re a small business owner in Canada, let’s talk about something that’s probably been on your mind: HR software. Now, before you start thinking about daunting spreadsheets and endless forms, let me tell you, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Choosing the right HR software can free up your time and […]

In 2022, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) collected over $38 billion in payroll deductions from Canadian businesses. This significant figure highlights just how important payroll compliance for companies of all sizes is.  As a small business owner in Canada, understanding and following payroll regulations is not only a legal requirement but also a fundamental aspect […]

We could explain employee objectives and define several subcategories of employee objectives — and we will — but employee objectives examples will help make all that crystal clear. Without examples, you might understand what they are, but it wouldn’t be as easy to recreate them in your business — which is the actual goal.   So, […]

Learning how to track employee performance plays a big part in business success. Without a system for employee performance tracking, you can’t know if your team members are improving, growing into their roles or contributing to your company in a way that directly moves you closer to your business goals.  Regular performance reviews is one […]

Making an efficient work schedule is a core part of ensuring your business runs smoothly from day to day. But as any small business owner knows, there’s a lot more to it than just jotting down some hours. In fact, keeping your team members happy while also meeting business needs can be downright anxiety-provoking — […]

While QuickBooks Payroll may be one of the more popular choices, it’s not the perfect fit for everyone. Most of the pages you’ll read online about QuickBooks and their top competitors are more focused on the U.S. market. That’s why we’ve tailored this specifically to the needs of Canadian small business owners and bookkeepers.  So, […]

While ADP Payroll is one of the better-known options for payroll services, we’re here to guide you through the best Canadian ADP Payroll alternatives on the market and why people look for alternatives in the first place. You’re a busy business owner, and you need the best possible fit in payroll software. Let’s dive into […]

Payroll is a tall order for businesses of all sizes, but especially small business owners. The payroll process can be a hassle. It’s filled with time-consuming tasks, lots of legislation and rules, remittances to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) — and all just to ensure the amazing people that make up your workforce receive their […]

Driven by a mission to champion small businesses in Canada and make a positive impact across our communities, Wagepoint is excited to announce a new partnership with our friends at Alterna Savings. 🎉 The partnership allows Alterna members to enjoy exclusive pricing for Wagepoint’s simple payroll software, empowering them to spend less time on complicated […]

Meet Kristi Mercier, owner of Harmony Meadows Alpaca Farm. Like many small business owners, Kristi wears multiple hats: From feeding her furry friends to managing payroll. Recently, she made the switch to Wagepoint for her payroll and time and attendance needs, and the results have been nothing short of delightful. Inflexible software made schedule changes […]

No question, PTO management software is a must-have for growing teams. Imagine your entire team booking off the same day to go golfing without you realizing. That might be fun team building, but it’s not so fun for coverage in the workplace. Manual PTO tracking is last century. The answer, of course, is PTO management […]

Cybersecurity is not something accounting professionals should skip out on or take lightly.   As financial guardians, you’re trusted with sensitive client information. Unfortunately, this makes you prime targets for cybercriminals looking for financial gain through data theft or ransomware attacks. And don’t be fooled — the threat is real. In 2021, a staggering 60% of […]