What is Folks?
Most HR software is built for the US market and adapted for Canada as an afterthought — missing native payroll compliance, storing data on American servers, and offering no French-language support. Folks is different. A Canadian-owned platform designed from day one for the way Canadian businesses actually run.
Folks handles CRA-compliant payroll natively: automatic T4 and RL-1 generation, ROE filing to Service Canada, CPP/QPP/CPP2 and EI deductions, multi-province tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, Ontario EHT, and direct deposit — no third-party payroll provider needed. The platform also covers HRIS, applicant tracking with AI-powered candidate matching and integrations with Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, and Talent.com, plus performance management with 360° evaluations.
SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted exclusively in Canada — governed by PIPEDA and provincial privacy laws, not the US CLOUD Act. Fully bilingual in English and French. Plans start at $6/employee/month. 1,200+ Canadian SMBs across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services already made the switch.
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Folks Categories and Features
Performance Management System
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.
Payroll Software
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.
Human Resources Software
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.
Applicant Tracking System
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.
360 Degree Feedback Software
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.
Folks Customer Reviews
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Clear and Efficient Time Management That Keeps Me Organized
Date: Mar 02 2026SummaryFolks does exactly what I need it to do: it keeps my time, requests, and HR requirements organized in one reliable place. As someone working in technical support, where scheduling and availability matter, having this level of clarity is extremely helpful.
It improves transparency, reduces administrative friction, and helps me stay on top of responsibilities without added complexity. I would recommend it to organizations looking for a clean, dependable HR management solution.PositiveAs a Technical Support Agent at a Montreal-based software company, I use Folks primarily for time management and HR-related tracking. It handles my vacations, personal and mobile absences, sick days, accumulated banked hours, and pending time-off requests in one place.
What I appreciate most is the visibility. I can quickly see how many vacation days remain, how many banked hours I’ve accumulated, and the status of any requests awaiting approval. There’s no guesswork or need for back-and-forth emails to confirm balances.
The system also tracks certificates that need renewal, including self-evaluation forms and required quarterly and annual submissions. The automated reminders are especially helpful in ensuring that I stay compliant and don’t miss important deadlines.
I also appreciate that anniversaries and milestones are tracked. It adds a small but meaningful human touch to the platform.
The interface is straightforward and easy to navigate. I didn’t need any training to begin using it effectively.NegativeThe platform is focused and practical rather than flashy. Some additional dashboard customization options could be fun, particularly for users who prefer a more personalization.
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Date: Jan 29 2026Summary10/10 would highly recommend for everyone to use. The program is very user friendly and easy to navigate.
PositiveI love that everything is on the main page now. Everything you need is right there. As soon as you sign in, all your info is on the main screen that an employee would need to see at first glance. Very user friendly!
Negativeyou know what, I love everything about this program. NO cons from where I'm sitting :)
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A Modern, Streamlined Solution for Company Efficiency
Updated: Mar 18 2026SummaryAfter half a year, we couldn't be happier with our move to FolksHR. The system is intuitive, highly customizable, affordable and an efficient tool that has brought some much needed structure to our daily operations. For any business looking to modernize their processes and gain back some valuable time, this system is a fantastic investment backed by an even better support team!
PositiveFolksHR has been a complete game changer for streamlining our internal processes and workflows. Since implementing it around 6 months ago, we've eliminated nearly all our manual spreadsheets and calendar tracking but centralizing performance management, time away and onboarding. The automations, especially for performance, certifications and onboarding, has removed a lot of the admin bottlenecks that used to slow us down. FolksHR has put the power in the employees hands, and allowed our management team to focus on the employee experience and the people rather than the paperwork. The support from the Folks Team we've received from day one of program shopping to full integration has made the entire process smooth and enjoyable!
NegativeThe platform is excellent for day to day operations, though we’d love to see more advanced customization in the reporting module for complex data analysis. Additionally, while it covers all the essentials, the list of third-party integrations is a bit more curated compared to some of the larger global platforms.
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Amazing Product
Date: Aug 21 2025SummaryFolks HR is a reliable, efficient, and bilingual HR platform that really helps us reduce admin work and focus more on people. I’d definitely recommend it to other SMEs and non-profits looking for a modern HR solution.”
PositiveFolks has completely transformed the way we manage HR. I really appreciate how everything is centralized in one intuitive platform — from employee files and time-off requests to recruitment and performance reviews. The interface is clean and user-friendly, and it’s available in both English and French, which is a huge plus for our team in Québec.
NegativeFolks packs in lots of features, and for new users, navigating everything can feel a bit overwhelming at first—even though the platform becomes much smoother down the road.
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One of the best HR Software for SMBS
Date: Aug 21 2025SummaryThe best HR Software. Everything you need is centralized in one place. Very easy to ask your vacation and for your director to approved it.
PositiveVery user-friendy. All employee information is centralized in one place while complying with Law 25.
NegativeYou need to open each individual profile to access certain documents or notes.
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User-friendly
Date: Aug 25 2025SummaryFolks is a very user-friendly and reliable timesheet solution. It makes logging and approving hours quick and efficient, and I really appreciate how everything is centralized for payroll and HR tracking. The platform saves me time each week, and the customer support is always responsive and helpful.
On the downside, I think the mobile experience could be smoother and some customization/reporting features could be expanded. Still, overall, Folks is a great tool that simplifies time management for both employees and managers.PositiveVery user-friendly - Simple interface, easy to clock in/out and log hours.
Saves time - Quick to fill out timesheets, no wasted clicks.
Centralized management - Everything is in one place for payroll and HR tracking.
Great visibility - Clear overview of hours worked, absences, and approvals.
Reliable support - Fast and friendly customer service when needed.
Accessible anywhere - Works well on desktop and mobile.
Tailored to real HR needs - Built with employees and managers in mind.NegativeMobile experience – The app works, but could be smoother/faster at times.
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Great software that gets the job done with ease
Updated: Sep 02 2025SummaryOverall, my experience with Folks HR has been positive. The platform is easy to use, with a clear and organized layout that makes everyday tasks more efficient. It has helped reduce the need for direct communication with HR or managers for routine actions like tracking time off, which saves time. Customer support has also been a strong point, with timely and helpful responses whenever questions came up. The software covers the core HR functions well and keeps everything in one place, making it a practical tool for ongoing use. Getting started with the system was smooth, and it has continued to support my daily work effectively.
There are a few improvements that could enhance the user experience further. It would be helpful if the left-hand menu displayed the subsections under each main section, so navigation could be quicker and more direct. On the Timesheet page, being able to view the current week along with the previous and following weeks would provide a better overview and help catch errors or missed entries more easily. These are not major issues but small changes that could make an already solid tool even more efficient.
Folks HR does a good job of streamlining HR tasks and providing reliable support, with room for a few enhancements that could improve the overall experience.PositiveI found Folks HR easy to use. The layout is clear, and everything feels organized in a way that is simple to follow. It helps save time with tasks like tracking time off, since you do not need to contact your manager or HR staff directly.
I also appreciated the customer support. When I had questions or ran into something I didn’t understand, even if our HR staff had to reach out to Folks HR, the response came back quickly and was helpful.
The software seems to handle the basic HR functions well and keeps everything in one place.
I have been using Folks HR for a couple of years. Getting started was smooth. Our HR team took care of the setup, and learning to use it was straightforward. Overall, it has been a useful tool for handling everyday HR tasks and saving time.NegativeI don't have many criticisms about Folks HR. However, one feature I would like to see is the ability to view subsections directly under the main sections on the left-hand menu. For example, under Time Management, it would be helpful to see options like Absences, Vacations, Banked Hours, or Timesheet listed right away, so I could click on them directly from the main page.
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On the Timesheet page, it would also be helpful to view the current week along with the previous and next weeks. This could make it easier to spot upcoming irregularities, such as national holidays, or to notice anything I may have forgotten to complete in the previous week. -
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What an amazing product
Date: Aug 21 2025SummaryOverall, it’s user-friendly and well designed, which really helps when you're just getting started. I’m looking forward to exploring more features and seeing how it supports daily tasks over time.
PositiveI'm new to Folks, but so far I really appreciate how simple and user-friendly it is. The interface is clean and pleasant, and the clearly labeled icons with their comfortable size make everything easy on the eyes.
NegativeI can't think of anything bad at the moment. Everything is working fine.
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Friendly user!!
Date: Aug 21 2025SummaryIts a time saver! Its an essential HR tool ! Friendly user! If you are in human resources and you are still hesitant about which platform would be right for your business, I recommend Folks!
Positiveeasy to use, the technical team is available and responsive, beautiful design, it has everything we need as human resources! I highly recommend it!
NegativeHonestly, nothing! I recommend it and I've never had any problems with the platform in 3 years of use!
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Folks HR
Date: Dec 11 2025SummaryI find Folks very user-friendly and easy to navigate. I really like that everything I need is in one place — my personal information, my vacation days taken and remaining, and the same for absences and sick leave. It’s simple, clear, and helps me keep track of everything without guessing. Overall, it makes managing my time and HR details much easier.
PositiveVery user-friendly and easy to navigate
All my information is in one place
Easy to see vacation days taken and remaining
Same for absences and sick leave
Makes HR tasks simple and stress-freeNegativeSome features could be expanded to give even more details
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