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What is Folks?
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Training Options
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Company Facts
Organization Name
Folks
Date Founded
2010
Company Location
Canada
Company Website
folkshr.com
Company Facts
Organization Name
BambooHR®
Date Founded
2008
Company Location
Draper, Utah, United States
Company Website
www.bamboohr.com
Categories and Features
360 Degree Feedback
Folks Performance streamlines the implementation and management of 360-degree feedback systems, allowing for the collection of organized and confidential insights from managers, colleagues, and direct reports. With customizable evaluation forms, you can tailor assessments to align with your organization's specific competencies and objectives. The platform consolidates all feedback, emphasizing individual strengths while pinpointing areas for growth, providing leaders with a comprehensive understanding of team performance. Integrated within the Folks HRIS, feedback data seamlessly connects to employee profiles, training records, and career development initiatives—eliminating the need for data export or tool switching. It is available in both English and French, catering to bilingual teams in Canada, and is trusted by over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and non-profit organizations.
Absence Management
Folks Absence Management efficiently monitors vacation days, sick leave, and government-mandated holidays based on provincial labor regulations, ensuring that accrual policies remain compliant without manual intervention. Employees can easily submit their requests for time off, while managers can approve them through a user-friendly calendar or dashboard interface, with real-time updates to leave balances. The absence information integrates seamlessly with payroll systems, eliminating the need for manual changes. Gain insights into future absences, identify potential coverage issues, and analyze absence patterns across various teams. With SOC 2 Type 2 certification and hosted in Canada in accordance with PIPEDA and Law 25, the platform supports both English and French languages and is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Applicant Tracking
Enhance your recruitment process with Folks ATS. Effortlessly post job listings to various Canadian platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs, all from a single dashboard while consolidating applications into one streamlined pipeline. Our AI-driven resume parsing and candidate matching technology accelerates your ability to spot high-quality candidates. Monitor applicants through adjustable stages in a kanban layout, delegate tasks, collect insights from hiring managers, and utilize pre-designed email templates for communication. Seamlessly integrated with Folks HRIS, new employees transition directly into onboarding, employee records, and payroll without the hassle of redundant data entry. Available in both English and French and trusted by over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses across Canada.
Candidate Sourcing
Folks Candidate Sourcing empowers small and medium-sized businesses in Canada to create a robust pipeline of qualified candidates instead of merely attracting applicants. With the ability to post job listings across various Canadian job platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs from a single interface, users can also search through their existing candidate database. Additionally, the platform utilizes AI-driven matching technology to identify passive candidates who align with open positions. All sourced candidates are seamlessly integrated into the Folks ATS pipeline. The service is available in both English and French and is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
HCM
Folks HCM is a Human Capital Management solution based in Canada that integrates HRIS, applicant tracking, and payroll into a single platform, effectively managing the entire employee journey from recruitment to retirement. This system allows for the centralization of employee information, onboarding processes, time and absence management, performance evaluations, and payroll that adheres to CRA standards (including T4, RL-1, ROE, CPP/QPP, EI) without the need for multiple vendors. Information seamlessly transfers between hiring, HR, and payroll functions. It holds SOC 2 Type 2 certification and is fully hosted in Canada, complying with PIPEDA and Law 25 regulations. Available in both English and French, it is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
HR Analytics
Folks HR Analytics transforms your HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and payroll data into dynamic dashboards and reports. Monitor metrics such as headcount, employee turnover, hiring timelines, absence patterns, and compensation across various departments, locations, and provinces—without the need for spreadsheets. Create personalized reports, export data for management, and identify workforce trends at an early stage. Since analytics are integrated with your employee records, hiring processes, and payroll systems, the insights remain consistently accurate. Available in both English and French, Folks HR Analytics is trusted by over 1,200 Canadian organizations in sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services.
HR Employee File Management
Folks HR Employee File Management consolidates all employee-related documents—including contracts, identification, certifications, tax paperwork, and policy agreements—into a single, secure, and easily searchable platform. Users can gather electronic signatures, establish automatic reminders for retention and expiration, and manage access permissions based on roles to safeguard sensitive information. Employee records are seamlessly integrated with onboarding, payroll, and absence tracking within the Folks HRIS, which helps to prevent duplicate data entry. The system is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and hosted in Canada, compliant with PIPEDA and Law 25 regulations. Available in both English and French, it is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Human Resources
Folks HR is a Canadian-based human resources information system (HRIS) that consolidates various employee management functions such as record keeping, contract management, vacation monitoring, performance evaluations, onboarding processes, and regulatory compliance into a single platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses in Canada. The system allows for customization of vacation, overtime, and holiday entitlements in accordance with provincial labor laws. Users can keep track of employee absences, manage documents electronically with e-signatures, and conduct payroll in compliance with CRA regulations (including T4, RL-1, ROE, CPP/QPP, EI) without needing an external provider. The platform is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and ensures that all data is securely stored in Canada, adhering to PIPEDA and Law 25, in contrast to the US CLOUD Act. It is available in both English and French, making it accessible to a diverse range of users. With over 1,200 Canadian companies in sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, non-profits, and professional services relying on it, plans are competitively priced starting at $6 per employee per month.
Onboarding
Folks Onboarding ensures that new employees become effective contributors starting from their very first day. You can easily delegate onboarding responsibilities and checklists to new hires, their supervisors, and the IT department. This platform seamlessly connects with Folks ATS and HRIS, allowing candidate information to transfer directly into the onboarding process without the need for data re-entry. Once the onboarding is finalized, employee profiles, time tracking, and payroll systems are all set up and ready for use. With SOC 2 Type 2 certification, all data is securely stored in Canada in compliance with PIPEDA and Law 25. The platform supports both English and French languages and is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Org Chart
Folks Org Chart effortlessly generates and maintains a visual representation of your organizational structure using your employee data—eliminating the need for manual chart creation. Instantly visualize reporting relationships, team configurations, and departmental or location-based headcounts, with the ability to access each employee's profile directly from the chart. Integrated with the Folks HRIS, the chart remains up-to-date as employees are onboarded, promoted, or transferred between teams. Offered in both English and French, this tool is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Payroll
Folks Payroll is designed exclusively for Canadian payroll regulations, rather than a US system modified for Canadian use. It streamlines processes such as CRA remittances, T4 and RL-1 slip creation, ROE submissions to Service Canada, as well as deductions for CPP/QPP/CPP2 and EI, multi-province income tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, Ontario EHT, and direct deposit services. Employee information, hours worked, and absences integrate seamlessly from Folks HRIS into the payroll system, reducing the need for duplicate data entry and minimizing errors with each payroll cycle. With SOC 2 Type 2 certification, all data is stored in Canada in compliance with PIPEDA and Law 25, ensuring it is not impacted by the US CLOUD Act. The platform supports both English and French, eliminating the requirement for any third-party payroll services.
Performance Management
Folks Performance is designed to assist small and medium-sized businesses in Canada by aligning personal ambitions with corporate goals through a systematic and ongoing performance management process. The platform allows users to establish specific objectives, monitor development, organize 360° feedback assessments, and implement tailored review cycles, all from a single interface. Managers can offer ongoing feedback, employees can keep track of their successes, and HR departments have access to a centralized database of performance histories linked to employee profiles, training records, and career advancement strategies within Folks HRIS. The platform offers customizable evaluation templates, automated notifications, and intuitive visual dashboards to ensure that performance reviews are organized and equitable. Available in both English and French, Folks Performance is part of the comprehensive Folks HR ecosystem, which also includes HRIS, ATS, and payroll solutions that comply with CRA regulations, serving over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Recruiting
Folks Recruiting is designed to assist small and medium-sized businesses in Canada in swiftly attracting and securing exceptional talent. With the ability to post job openings across platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, and others from a unified dashboard, users can efficiently manage every applicant through a tailored pipeline featuring kanban views. The platform utilizes AI technology for resume analysis and candidate matching, highlighting the most suitable applicants. Additionally, integrated scorecards and pre-written email templates ensure that hiring teams remain coordinated throughout the process. Seamlessly connected with Folks HRIS, new hires are automatically transitioned into onboarding and payroll systems. The service is available in both English and French and is relied upon by over 1,200 Canadian companies.
Resume Parsing
Folks Resume Parsing leverages artificial intelligence to efficiently analyze resumes, automatically filling out candidate profiles by extracting essential information such as contact info, employment history, educational background, and skill sets without the need for manual input. The system quickly matches parsed candidates to job specifications and ranks them, allowing recruiters to prioritize the best applicants. This parsing capability is compatible with resumes submitted via job boards, career websites, or direct uploads, seamlessly integrating into the Folks ATS workflow. It is offered in both English and French and is part of the comprehensive Folks HR platform, utilized by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.
Talent Management
Folks Talent Management offers a comprehensive solution for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses to cultivate and keep their workforce engaged throughout their professional journey. The platform enables the setting of objectives, facilitates 360-degree feedback and performance evaluations, monitors training and certification progress, and supports career development and succession planning, all linked to centralized employee profiles within the Folks HRIS. This allows managers to gain insights into team performance and growth strategies without the hassle of juggling spreadsheets. The service is accessible in both English and French, is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, and ensures data is securely hosted in Canada in compliance with PIPEDA and Law 25. Over 1,200 Canadian organizations have put their trust in this solution.
Categories and Features
Applicant Tracking
BambooHR's Recruitment Management System enables you to efficiently source, assess, and onboard exceptional candidates. With seamless connections to popular job boards and social media platforms, applications are readily available for assessment. User-friendly collaboration features ensure that hiring managers stay synchronized, allowing for quicker decision-making and facilitating the selection of the ideal candidates.
Benefits Administration
BambooHR's Benefits Administration streamlines the management of employee benefits for teams located in the United States. It offers a straightforward process for everything from initial onboarding choices to yearly open enrollment periods. Employees are provided with a transparent overview of their benefits, while HR departments enjoy a hassle-free method for monitoring selections, deductions, and regulatory adherence. This leads to simplified operations for HR and an enhanced experience for employees.
Compensation Management
Employee Experience
BambooHR is designed to enhance the employee experience by offering tools that assess engagement, foster development, and commemorate achievements. With features like eNPS surveys, feedback mechanisms, performance management systems, and onboarding support, BambooHR delivers valuable insights that enable leaders to cultivate a positive workplace culture, increase employee retention, and enrich the overall significance of work for their teams.
Global Payroll
BambooHR streamlines international payroll management by partnering with reputable global providers including Deel, Papaya Global, Pento, and Remote. This integration enables you to oversee essential HR data within BambooHR while safely synchronizing payroll details across various countries. By linking your HR information system with these international payroll partners, you can simplify operations, uphold compliance standards, and guarantee precise and timely payments to your overseas employees.
HCM
BambooHR offers a comprehensive Human Capital Management (HCM) platform tailored for small to mid-sized enterprises, streamlining the entire employee lifecycle within a unified system. Covering everything from recruitment and onboarding to payroll management, performance assessments, and enhancing employee experience, BambooHR consolidates personnel information, enabling you to make strategic choices and effectively support your team. Featuring integrated reporting, engagement resources, and effortless connectivity with other tools, BambooHR elevates HR from mere administration to a key player in organizational growth—assisting you in attracting, retaining, and empowering your workforce to excel.
HR Analytics
BambooHR's reporting feature simplifies the process of creating comprehensive and immediate reports on your employee information with minimal effort. Whether it's for workforce planning or monitoring approval processes, HR reporting equips you with the assurance to progress and the data necessary to support your choices. By shifting from merely gathering HR data to analyzing it, you can adopt a proactive approach, transforming your HR department into the strategic asset it is designed to be.
Human Resources
The BambooHR comprehensive platform provides your organization with the essential tools to cultivate a successful work environment both now and in the future. By consolidating various solutions, functionalities, and integrations into a single secure system, you can enhance the employee experience while streamlining tasks, workflows, and data management—both today and as your organization expands.
Onboarding
BambooHR Onboarding is designed to ensure that new employees feel welcomed and ready to contribute right from the start. Featuring automated to-do lists, personalized welcome messages, and pre-boarding activities, it facilitates a uniform and engaging introduction. By streamlining administrative tasks and fostering connections with team members, BambooHR guarantees an efficient and unforgettable onboarding experience for every newcomer.
Payroll
BambooHR Payroll simplifies the payroll process, making payday a breeze. By integrating a unified data source with extensive reporting capabilities, complete tax filing services, and attentive customer support, BambooHR guarantees that employees receive their payments promptly and correctly. With payroll managed efficiently, HR teams can shift their focus from compliance concerns to prioritizing their workforce.
Performance Management
BambooHR's Performance Management redefines conventional performance evaluations, turning them into a seamless, growth-oriented experience. With our efficient assessments, comprehensive 360º feedback, and shared objectives, you'll receive immediate insights into your workforce's development. Our robust reporting tools enable managers to highlight high achievers, recognize those in need of support, and uncover any misalignments between managers and their teams.
PTO Tracking
BambooHR streamlines the process of tracking paid time off (PTO) by providing a user-friendly platform. Employees can easily submit their time-off requests via the web or mobile application, and managers can approve them with a single click. The system features automated accruals, keeps track of balances, and offers calendar views to minimize mistakes and enhance efficiency. By consolidating all information in one location, you can maintain a reliable and current overview of employee availability and time-off records.
Recruiting
BambooHR empowers companies to evolve and adapt according to their workforce. By broadening your recruitment reach through connections with leading job platforms and social networks, enabling immediate candidate reviews upon application submission, and facilitating swift communication among hiring team members, the BambooHR Applicant Tracking System enables HR specialists and hiring managers to efficiently discover, assess, and onboard the ideal candidates with speed.
Talent Management
BambooHR empowers companies to evolve by focusing on their talent acquisition and employee development strategies. The Applicant Tracking System enables HR teams and recruiters to swiftly identify, assess, and onboard suitable candidates. Furthermore, onboarding functionalities are designed to enhance the initial experiences of new employees, while BambooHR's Performance Management tools streamline the process of fostering employee growth and career advancement, making it a seamless endeavor.
Time & Attendance
BambooHR's Time & Attendance feature simplifies the process of monitoring hours, overtime, and employee schedules, all integrated into the HR and payroll management system you rely on. Team members can log their hours using either web or mobile platforms, while supervisors can efficiently review and authorize time entries. With automated reporting and payroll integrations, time records are effortlessly incorporated into payroll, minimizing mistakes and conserving essential administrative resources.
Time Clock
Time Tracking integrates the renowned BambooHR experience into the processes of time logging, authorization, and reporting, accessible via both web and mobile platforms. It simplifies the recording of hours for employees, ensuring precision while making it quick and straightforward for managers to review and give their approval. Featuring tools like project monitoring and geolocation capabilities, Time Tracking aids in managing a productive and budget-conscious hourly workforce.
Time Tracking
Time Tracking delivers the renowned BambooHR experience directly to time entry, approvals, and reporting, accessible through both web and mobile platforms. It streamlines the process for employees to accurately log their hours, while enabling managers to review and approve submissions swiftly. Boasting functionalities like project tracking and geolocation, Time Tracking ensures that you can effectively manage a productive and budget-friendly hourly workforce.
Workforce Management
BambooHR’s workforce management features empower you to design personalized, self-service HR workflows that enhance your company's decision-making efficiency while safeguarding your data’s integrity. By optimizing your approval workflows, you can remove obstacles and accelerate your company’s growth trajectory.