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A look at stock-based remuneration

Stock options are not really as complicated as one may think. In many cases, the challenge associated with the reporting of these benefits comes down to how the information is communicated to the payroll department.

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The bright future of payroll

A recent issue of the Canadian Payroll Association's magazine Dialogues looked at how payroll technology will be changing in the next few years, and what that will mean for the payroll industry—and the businesses it supports. Turns out, the next few years are looking pretty rosy for payroll professionals. Here are some insights.

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Federal budget expert commentaries

The federal government tabled its new budget yesterday, outlining how it plans to continue to improve Canada's economic recovery after the recession. A large part of the budget revolves around the traditional growth strategies of creating jobs, building the economy and balancing the budget. Look here for commentaries from the Canadian Payroll Association and Ernst & Young LLP.

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