Agent of Record in Canada
Engage Canadian contractors compliantly without taking on the misclassification risk.
What Is an Agent of Record?
Engaging independent contractors in Canada carries real compliance risk. An agent of record manages onboarding, documentation, contracts, and invoice processing on your behalf so your business stays protected and your contractors are properly supported.
You identify the contractor
We handle the rest. Once you’ve identified the person you want to engage, we step in to manage onboarding and compliance from day one.
We take on the administration
Contracts, invoice processing,compliance documentation, and classification all fall on us. You stay focused on the work.
You stay in control
You manage the contractor relationship day to day. We make sure everything behind the scenes runs the way it should.
Services & Benefits of AOR
When you work with The Payroll Edge as your agent of record, here’s what we take on for you.
Contractor Onboarding
We manage the full onboarding process for your independent contractors, including background checks, verification, and documentation, so every engagement starts on solid ground.
Compliance & Classification
Misclassification is one of the biggest risks in contractor engagements. We make sure your contractors are properly classified and that every engagement meets Canadian regulatory requirements.
Contract Administration
We handle the contracts. From drafting and execution to ongoing administration, we make sure your agreements are compliant and your contractor relationships are protected.
Invoice & Payment Processing
We receive and process invoices from your contractors, keeping payments accurate and on time and giving your contractors a reliable, professional experience.
Further Resources
Browse guides and articles on Canadian payroll, employment compliance, and cross-border hiring.
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Employer of Record Services
Need to hire employees in Canada rather than engage contractors? Our employer of record (EOR) service handles payroll, compliance, and benefits so you can bring on Canadian workers without setting up a local entity.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
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