A few of the advantages of hiring in Canada are purely practical, such as sharing English as a primary language, proximity to the US for ease of travel, similar time zones, and a developed educational and professional environment.  But then your company will have to find a way to legally hire a Canadian citizen.  This guide will outline your options and the main compliance concerns when employing in Canada, with the need to set up a Canadian payroll from the US.

Can a US company hire a Canadian citizen?

If you have recruited a Canadian worker, the steps of hiring them may seem daunting.  It is one thing to hire employees in the US in a familiar system, but that becomes more complex in a new country.  The primary challenge is running a compliant Canadian payroll, and meeting all labor and employment regulations. 

If you do this on your own, your HR department will be facing an entirely new regulatory framework, without any local assistance.  However, there are ways to overcome these barriers with the use of third-party expertise.

How do US companies hire Canadian employees?

There are two main methods for US companies to hire Canadian employees:

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