Hal-hal Penting yang Dapat Dipetik
- Hiring in Canada: Hiring employees in Canada allows your business to tap into a highly skilled, diverse workforce and access the North American market via the USMCA.
- Target talent hubs: Focus your efforts on major hubs like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal to find specialized talent for tech, finance, and engineering roles
- Compliance is key: Understand your obligations regarding vacation leave, CPP, employment insurance, and income tax.
- Classify workers correctly: Avoid the risks of misclassification by learning the legal distinctions between hiring contractors vs. employees in Canada.
- Use G-P EOR: You can hire in Canada without an entity by using an Employer of Record (EOR) to handle payroll, taxes, and benefits administration compliantly.
Kanada adalah negara dengan ekonomi pasar terbuka dan sangat maju. Ini menawarkan akses ke pasar Amerika Utara dan global melalui berbagai perjanjian perdagangan, seperti Perjanjian Amerika Serikat-Meksiko-Kanada (USMCA).
Kanada lebih besar dari gabungan Uni Eropa dan merupakan rumah bagi sekitar 40 juta orang. Anda tidak akan kesulitan menemukan pekerja yang berkualitas di Kanada, terutama di sektor-sektor seperti TIK, teknik, minyak, dan gas. Panduan kami akan memberi tahu Anda semua yang perlu Anda ketahui tentang perekrutan karyawan di Kanada.
Apa yang harus diketahui sebelum mempekerjakan karyawan atau kontraktor di Kanada
Jika Anda mempekerjakan karyawan di Kanada untuk pertama kalinya, ada persyaratan hukum penting yang perlu Anda ketahui. Norma dan hukum ini memengaruhi praktik perekrutan di Kanada dan banyak aspek hubungan perusahaan-karyawan.
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Mari kita lihat enam hal yang perlu diketahui tentang perekrutan di Kanada.
1. Keberagaman bahasa
Canada has two national languages: English and French. You’ll mainly encounter French-speaking workers in the province of Quebec, especially in the Greater Montreal region. Many Quebecois also speak English — 46% are English-French bilingual.
2. Hukum provinsi vs. hukum federal
Hukum federal Kanada mencakup persyaratan kesehatan dan keselamatan, cuti minimum, dan aspek-aspek dasar ketenagakerjaan lainnya. Banyak provinsi memiliki tingkat upah minimum, persyaratan cuti sakit, dan peraturan terkait ketenagakerjaan lainnya yang berbeda-beda.
Gia can answer your global compliance questions and give you guidance on Canada’s provincial and federal laws. Gia leverages G-P’s 13+ years of global employment experience, along with insights from almost a million real-world scenarios, to provide accurate, up-to-date employment law information.
3. Cuti dan gaji liburan
Federal law dictates vacation leave in Canada. According to the Canada Labor Code, employees are entitled to:
- Setidaknya dua minggu cuti liburan: setelah satu tahun bekerja
- Setidaknya tiga minggu cuti liburan: antara 5-10 tahun masa kerja
- Cuti liburan minimal empat minggu: setelah 10+ tahun bekerja
Hak cuti dapat berbeda-beda di setiap provinsi, dan beberapa provinsi memiliki aturan yang berbeda mengenai waktu cuti untuk karyawan jangka panjang.
Di Kanada, pemberi kerja menghitung pembayaran cuti berdasarkan penghasilan karyawan selama tahun kerja terakhir mereka, dan mengalikan angka tersebut dengan persentase tertentu. Persentasenya adalah 4% untuk karyawan yang berhak mendapatkan cuti selama dua minggu. Ini 6% untuk cuti selama tiga minggu.
You can easily manage vacation leave and administer benefits plans with G-P EOR. Our in-house experts continuously monitor employment laws to meet country-specific regulations and norms. Build and manage benefits plans through our platform to provide a smooth employee experience.
4. Program pensiun Kanada
Employees over 18 who make more than CAD 3,500 per year must contribute to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). The exception to this rule is Quebec, which has its own pension plan. For other provinces, employers and employees both pay 50% to cover pension contributions.
Kedua belah pihak harus berkontribusi pada CPP. Ini didasarkan pada penghasilan yang dapat dipensiunkan, yang berada di antara persyaratan minimum dan batas maksimum. Pemberi kerja bertanggung jawab untuk mengurangi jumlah yang benar dari penghasilan yang dapat dipensiunkan karyawan.
5. Asuransi ketenagakerjaan
Employment insurance (EI) provides financial help to people who are temporarily out of work. As with pension contributions, employers also have to calculate the right amount and deduct EI premiums from employees’ paychecks. This applies to employees in “insurable employment,” which covers most employees in Canada.
Setiap bulan, perusahaan memotong sejumlah tertentu dari gaji karyawan dan juga membayar bagian premi yang ditanggung perusahaan. Pihak pemberi kerja berhenti memotong premi setelah penghasilan karyawan mencapai jumlah maksimum yang dapat diasuransikan atau setelah mereka telah menyetor jumlah maksimum.
6. Pajak pendapatan
Canada uses a progressive income tax system. Higher income is taxed at higher rates. In 2025, federal tax rates range from 15% to 33%, depending on income level. Employers must withhold federal and provincial income tax, Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions, and EI premiums from employees’ paychecks.
Don’t let payroll slow your plans for global success. Streamline the entire employee lifecycle for your team members in Canada — including global payroll with accurate deductions — in just a few clicks with G-P EOR.
Pusat perekrutan teratas di Kanada
Beberapa kota di Kanada dikenal dengan industri tertentu. Mengetahui apa yang ditawarkan setiap kota dapat membantu Anda menyalurkan upaya perekrutan ke tempat yang tepat dan mengisi posisi dengan lebih cepat.
Pusat-pusat pengembangan talenta terkemuka di Kanada adalah:
- Toronto is often called Silicon Valley of the North. It’s the largest tech hub in Canada and the third largest in North America. The city has a skilled workforce in AI, machine learning, fintech, software development, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Major companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft have a presence here.
- Vancouver is a growing tech hub on the West Coast. It’s mainly known for software development, gaming, animation, visual effects, and VR/AR. The city is also making strides in clean technology and sustainability.
- Montreal is a leader in AI research and development. It’s home to the Quebec AI Institute and one of the world's largest video game development centers, which brings the city specialized talent in AI, machine learning, data science, game design, and software engineering.
- Calgary is known as Canada's energy capital. While the city has skilled talent in oil and gas, it’s now diversifying to renewable energy and clean technologies. This includes expertise in petroleum, chemical, mechanical, and civil engineering.
- Ottawa has a large federal government presence, creating a strong talent pool in public administration, policy, and government-related IT. The city is also an important cybersecurity, telecommunications, and defense technology hub driven by government contracts and research and development.
Industri-industri utama di Kanada
Memahami industri utama Kanada membantu Anda untuk mengetahui gaji dan tunjangan. Anda dapat menggunakan wawasan ini untuk membuat pilihan cerdas tentang di mana harus berinvestasi dan mengembangkan tenaga kerja Anda. Industri utama di Kanada meliputi:
- ICT: Canada's technology sector is growing rapidly, with major centers in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal. The Canadian government supports this sector through programs like the Global Talent Stream (GTS) to speed up work permits for skilled tech workers. Specialist talent includes software engineers and developers, AI and machine learning experts, and cloud architects.
- Engineering and advanced manufacturing: Canada has a solid foundation in engineering, especially in natural resources and infrastructure. Government investments in renewable energy and electric vehicle battery production increase job opportunities. Specialist talent includes various engineering roles.
- Energy, mining, and forestry: Canada is rich in natural resources, such as oil, gas, and timber, making these industries vital to its economy. There are many job openings in engineering, environmental sciences, and skilled trades.
- Life sciences and healthcare: Canada has a strong healthcare system and a growing life sciences sector specialized in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Specialist talent includes medical researchers and scientists, pharmacists, and data scientists.
Financial services: Canada has one of the world's safest and most regulated financial sectors. Toronto is a key financial center that hosts the headquarters of Canada's "Big Five" banks and a growing fintech industry. Specialist talent includes financial analysts, fintech developers, and risk management experts.
Biaya mempekerjakan karyawan di Kanada
Baik Anda mempekerjakan satu karyawan atau seluruh tim TIM di Kanada, pengeluaran tidak dapat dihindari. Anggaran untuk hal-hal berikut ini:
- Research: Determine where in Canada you want to establish your business, and research the legalities that relate to employment practices there, as well as any requirements for your industry.
- Establishing your business: Unless you work with an Employer of Record (EOR), you’ll have to set up a branch or subsidiary in Canada and cover the related costs.
- Posting the job ad: Posting your job ad may also cost you. However, Canada has a public job board called Job Bank where you can post job ads for free.
- Legal checks: Background checks or verifying an applicant’s legal right to work can add to your hiring costs.
- Training: Hiring a new employee isn’t the end of your hiring costs. The next step is to invest in training to help your new hire become productive faster.
According to G-P Verified Sources from Gia, the total annual employer burden rate in Canada, which includes costs triggered on top of salaries, is between 7% and 12%. Rates depend on the employee’s earnings, province of employment, and the industry.
Apa yang dibutuhkan perusahaan untuk mempekerjakan karyawan di Kanada?
Pastikan Anda mempertimbangkan hal-hal penting ini sebelum memperluas TIM Anda di Kanada:
- A branch or subsidiary: Unless you’re hiring independent contractors or working with an EOR, you need a legal business entity in Canada. There are two main options: a branch or a subsidiary.
- Incorporation: To incorporate a business in Canada, you need articles of incorporation either through an individual province/territory or through the federal government. Businesses based outside of Canada must register as an extra-provincial corporation in any province where they plan to do business.
- Payroll deductions account: You must have a business number (BN) and use your BN to create a payroll deductions program account with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). This account is used to remit employees’ deductions to the CRA.
- Permits and licenses: Depending on your industry, you may need specialized permits or licenses. The Canadian government has an online tool where you can check to see what permits and licenses you need.
- Workers’ compensation insurance: Most businesses also need workers’ compensation insurance. To get this coverage, register your business with the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) in the relevant province. Premiums will be based on your industry.
Use G-P EOR to hire full-time employees in Canada without setting up your own entity. Build your team in Canada at a lower cost and with peace of mind that you’re doing so compliantly.
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Langkah-langkah untuk merekrut karyawan di Kanada
Ada lima langkah dasar untuk merekrut di Kanada. Kami telah merangkum langkah-langkah ini di bawah, beserta kiat-kiat berdasarkan bea cukai setempat dan persyaratan yang mengatur praktik perekrutan di Kanada.
1. Posting iklan lowongan pekerjaan
Langkah pertama adalah menentukan keterampilan yang Anda cari. Kumpulkan informasi ini ke dalam iklan lowongan pekerjaan yang terperinci. Anda mungkin ingin mempublikasikan iklan tersebut dalam bahasa Prancis dan Inggris, tergantung pada provinsinya.
Saat mencantumkan persyaratan pendidikan, ingatlah bahwa di Kanada, istilah "college" merujuk pada sekolah yang mengajarkan keahlian atau keterampilan karir tertentu dan memberikan diploma, sedangkan "university" merujuk pada lembaga yang memberikan gelar.
2. Mengevaluasi lamaran kerja
Setelah lamaran masuk, tentukan kandidat mana yang akan melanjutkan ke tahap wawancara. Anda dapat menggunakan perangkat lunak atau agen untuk membantu proses penyaringan awal, atau Anda dapat meminta TIM Anda untuk menyelesaikan tugas ini secara internal.
3. Wawancara kandidat
Selanjutnya, wawancarai kandidat yang masuk ke dalam daftar pendek Anda. Anda dapat melakukan wawancara secara virtual atau secara langsung jika Anda memiliki cabang atau anak perusahaan. Wawancara melalui telepon atau video sangat membantu jika Anda merekrut karyawan jarak jauh di Kanada dan ingin menghindari perjalanan ke sana.
If you’re scheduling a virtual interview, consider the time difference. Canada has several time zones that span a difference of four hours. Schedule your interview during overlapping business hours between your country and the candidate’s province.
4. Menindaklanjuti dan menyusun kontrak
Setelah Anda memilih kandidat yang ideal, tindak lanjuti dan tawarkan pekerjaan tersebut secara resmi kepada mereka. Di Kanada, sudah umum bagi karyawan untuk menegosiasikan gaji mereka. Anda juga harus membuat kontrak pada tahap ini.
In Canada, you can legally form an employment contract verbally. However, having a contract in writing is a good way to confirm both parties agree to the employment terms. G-P EOR has an Employment Contact Generator to help you draft compliant employment contracts that meet all legal requirements and best practices in Canada.
5. Mari bergabung dengan calon karyawan Anda.
Now you can onboard your new hire. Request your new hire’s Social Insurance Number (SIN) card within three days of their start date, and record the information on it. Employees must fill out the Form TD1, Personal Tax Credits Return, from the federal government and from their province, so you know how much tax should be taken out of their paychecks. In Quebec, the provincial form is known as Form TP1015.3-V.
Onboard your team members in Canada in minutes with G-P EOR. We’ll handle the legal and administrative tasks, so you can start working faster. Simple, self-guided workflows ensure a smooth process for you and your new hires.
Mempekerjakan kontraktor di Kanada
Bekerja dengan kontraktor independen di Kanada dapat menjadi cara yang hemat biaya untuk menguji pasar dan membangun kehadiran tanpa komitmen karyawan penuh waktu. Kontraktor yang berbasis di Kanada memahami perilaku konsumen, peraturan, dan praktik bisnis setempat. Mereka akan siap untuk mulai bekerja dengan cepat dengan peralatan mereka sendiri dan proses kerja yang telah ditetapkan.
Mempekerjakan kontraktor memungkinkan Anda menyesuaikan tenaga kerja Anda dengan mudah berdasarkan kebutuhan bisnis Anda, tanpa kerumitan dan biaya pekerjaan.
Sebelum Anda membuat perjanjian dengan kontraktor independen di Kanada, pertimbangkan hal-hal berikut:
1. Karyawan vs. kontraktor independen
Di Kanada, pengusaha mempekerjakan karyawan untuk melakukan pekerjaan dan, sebagai imbalannya, membayar mereka gaji atau upah tetap. Kontraktor independen menyediakan layanan. Tidak seperti karyawan, kontraktor mengatur jadwal mereka sendiri, menggunakan peralatan mereka sendiri, dan mengerjakan proyek tertentu, daripada memiliki peran yang berkelanjutan.
2. Penalti untuk kekeliruan klasifikasi
Classifying someone as a contractor when they’re not can lead to severe penalties. If misclassification occurs, you may need to:
- Membayar kembali pajak, termasuk pajak penghasilan yang belum dibayar, iuran Dana Pensiun Kanada (CPP), dan premi Asuransi Ketenagakerjaan (EI).
- Menanggung biaya upah, tunjangan, dan perlindungan yang belum dibayar berdasarkan standar ketenagakerjaan kepada karyawan yang salah diklasifikasikan.
- Menghadapi audit dan investigasi dari Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
3. How to pay contractors in Canada G-P Contractor™ takes away the messy, time-consuming process of hiring and paying international contractors. You can create and issue contracts and pay contractors with just a few clicks, all while ensuring a compliant process.
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