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Folks is a Canadian-owned HR platform built for SMBs, combining three seamlessly integrated products to help you hire, manage, and pay your team — all in one place. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations managing over 125,000 employee records. With Folks HRIS, centralize employee records, onboarding, time tracking, absence management, and compliance — configured for Canadian employment standards across all provinces. Folks ATS streamlines recruitment with AI-powered candidate matching, job board integrations (Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, Talent.com), and applicant tracking — built on the Glow Talents acquisition (2024). Folks Payroll handles CRA remittances, T4/RL-1 generation, ROE filing, CPP/QPP/CPP2, EI, multi-province tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, and direct deposit — no third-party payroll provider needed. SOC 2 Type 2 certified. All data hosted in Canada. Fully bilingual (English/French). Plans start at $6/employee/month.

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Uniquely positioned as both a software company and data provider, lNTELIFI's Emerge™ platform provides the highest quality data available on the market. Emerge is a web-based backgrounding screening solution for recruiters and staffing agencies. Created by INTELIFI, a leading background screening company headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, Emerge empowers organizations by delivering reliable and comprehensive background screening procedures, drug testing, and verification reports that fit perfectly into the recruitment process. By adding INTELIFI's Emerge into your onboarding process, you can manage screening data and reports securely, reduce employee turnover, and save time and money.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Canadian SMBs looking for an all-in-one HR platform with built-in payroll, applicant tracking, and performance management — designed for Canadian compliance.

Audience

Staffing agencies, human resource and recruiting teams, and companies handling employee relations, talent acquisition, drug testing, risk management, tenant screening, and more.

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

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Pricing

$6 per employee per month
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

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Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.9 / 5
ease 4.7 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 4.9 / 5

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Documentation
Webinars
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In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Folks
Founded: 2010
Canada
folkshr.com

Company Information

INTELIFI
Founded: 2000
United States
www.intelifi.com

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Folks Performance makes it easy to set up and manage 360-degree feedback processes, gathering structured, confidential insights from managers, peers, and direct reports. Customizable evaluation forms let you align reviews with your organization's competencies and goals. The platform centralizes all feedback, highlights strengths, and identifies development opportunities — giving leaders a clear picture of team performance. Built into the Folks HRIS, feedback data connects directly to employee profiles, training tracking, and career development plans — no exporting or switching between tools. Available in English and French for bilingual Canadian teams. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian SMBs across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and non-profit.

Streamline your hiring with Folks ATS. Post to Canadian job boards — LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs — from one place while centralizing every application in a single pipeline. AI-powered resume parsing and candidate matching help you identify top talent faster. Track candidates through customizable stages with a kanban view, assign tasks, gather feedback from hiring managers, and send communications using built-in email templates. Fully integrated with Folks HRIS — new hires flow directly into onboarding, employee profiles, and payroll without re-entering data. Available in English and French. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian SMBs.

HCM

Folks HR is a Canadian-owned HRIS platform that centralizes employee records, contracts, vacation tracking, performance reviews, onboarding, and compliance into one system — built specifically for Canadian SMBs. Configure vacation, overtime, and statutory holiday rules per provincial employment standards. Track absences, manage documents with e-signatures, and run CRA-compliant payroll (T4, RL-1, ROE, CPP/QPP, EI) without a third-party provider. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada under PIPEDA and Law 25 — not the US CLOUD Act. Fully bilingual (English/French). Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations across manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services. Plans start at $6/employee/month.

Folks Payroll is built specifically for Canadian payroll compliance — not a US platform adapted for Canada. Automate CRA remittances, T4 and RL-1 slip generation, ROE filing to Service Canada, CPP/QPP/CPP2 and EI deductions, multi-province income tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, Ontario EHT, and direct deposit. Employee data, worked hours, and absences flow directly from Folks HRIS into payroll, eliminating double entry and reducing errors every cycle. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada under PIPEDA and Law 25 — not subject to the US CLOUD Act. Bilingual (English/French). No third-party payroll provider needed.

Folks Performance helps Canadian SMBs align individual goals with business objectives through structured, ongoing performance management. Set clear goals, track progress, schedule 360° evaluations, and run customizable review cycles — all from one platform. Managers provide continuous feedback, employees document achievements, and HR teams access a centralized record of performance history tied directly to employee profiles, training tracking, and career development plans within Folks HRIS. Customizable evaluation templates, automated reminders, and visual dashboards make reviews structured and fair. Available in English and French. Part of the Folks all-in-one HR platform alongside HRIS, ATS, and CRA-compliant payroll — trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations.

Categories

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Payroll Features

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Onboarding Features

Course Management
Document Management
E-Verify / I-9 Forms
Electronic Forms
Electronic Signature
Employee Handbook
Employee Portal
File Management
Job Description Management
Orientation Management
Self Service Portal
Task Management
Tax Forms
Training Management

Recruiting Features

Assessments
Background Screening
CRM
Interaction Tracking
Internal HR
Interview Management
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Self Service Portal

Talent Management Features

Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Competency Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Goal Setting / Tracking
Job Description Management
Onboarding
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Training Management

Employee Engagement Features

Benchmarking
Cultural Alignment
Employee Awards
Employee Guides
Employee Recognition
Feedback Management
Goal Management
Health & Wellness Programs
Performance Management
Pulse Surveys

Pre-employment Testing Features

Aptitude Testing
Candidate Comparison
Candidate Management
Customizable Tests
Online Testing
Personality Testing
Pre-made Test Library
Real Time Reporting
Skill Testing
Test Authoring
Workflow Management

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Applauz Recognition
Avature
BambooHR
Bullhorn
Evolia
Indeed
Jobillico
LinkedIn Job Search
Nethris
Seismic Learning
Talent.com

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Applauz Recognition
Avature
BambooHR
Bullhorn
Evolia
Indeed
Jobillico
LinkedIn Job Search
Nethris
Seismic Learning
Talent.com
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