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Description

Bridge is an easy-to-use LMS with employee development built in. Uniquely combining learning management, career and skill development, and performance and talent management all in one easy-to-use solution, it helps organizations stay on top of upskilling without administrative overwhelm. With Bridge, you can easily consolidate your learning tech stack, resulting in streamlined training and development programs, saved admin time, and a more engaging experience for employees and managers alike. You have the option of using the fully integrated Talent Suite, or choosing only the stand-alone products below: Bridge LMS: Simple, effective, and hassle-free learning. Admins quickly create and distribute compliance courses, employee learning, partner and customer education, and skill-building programs across teams. Learners easily find everything they need in one place. Bridge Performance Management: With 1on1 tools, talent reviews, skills mapping, and performance analytics, Bridge moves your team beyond completion rates, giving leaders the insights they need to cut skills gaps, and align talent with business goals. Bridge Skills Management Software: With a clear view of skills mastery across your organization, AI-powered skills mapping and personalized development plans, Bridge helps your workforce build tomorrow’s skills today. Real-time labor market data from Lightcast helps you create a skills taxonomy fit for the future. With courses auto-tagged with the right skills and courses automatically recommended to your learners, upskilling stays on track year round. Plus, peer-to-peer learning and skills mentoring is effortlessly facilitated right in the platform.

Description

Folks replaces spreadsheets and disconnected HR tools with a single platform built for Canadian SMBs. Centralize employee records, automate onboarding workflows, track absences and PTO, and manage performance reviews — all from one dashboard. With Folks ATS, post to major Canadian job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, Talent.com), parse resumes with AI-powered matching, and move candidates through your hiring pipeline in clicks. Applications from your career page flow directly into the system, and your team can communicate with candidates using customizable email templates — no switching between tools. Folks Payroll handles CRA remittances, T4/RL-1 generation, ROE filing, and multi-province tax calculations natively. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted in Canada. Trusted by 1,200+ Canadian organizations.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

ADP Global Payroll No 
ADP Vantage HCM Yes 
Applauz Recognition No 
Dropbox Yes 
Equisoft/connect Yes 
HSI LMS Yes 
Indeed No 
Okta Yes 
Oracle PeopleSoft Yes 
Panopto Yes 
PrimePay Yes 
RightCapital Yes 
SAP ERP Yes 
Shopify Yes 
SlideShare Yes 
Tableau Yes 
TalentGuard Yes 
Vetspire Yes 
Vimeo Yes 
Workday HCM Yes 

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll Yes 
ADP Vantage HCM No 
Applauz Recognition Yes 
Dropbox No 
Equisoft/connect No 
HSI LMS No 
Indeed Yes 
Okta No 
Oracle PeopleSoft No 
Panopto No 
PrimePay No 
RightCapital No 
SAP ERP No 
Shopify No 
SlideShare No 
Tableau No 
TalentGuard No 
Vetspire No 
Vimeo No 
Workday HCM No 

Pricing Details

Bridge LMS pricing starts at $15,000 per year, with per-user plans reported from around $4/user/month. Reach out to get a detailed quote.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$6 per employee per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Bridge

Founded

2014

Country

United States

Website

www.getbridge.com/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Folks

Founded

2010

Country

Canada

Website

folkshr.com

Product Features

360 Degree Feedback

Bridge simplifies the process of obtaining multi-rater feedback by offering comprehensive, 360-degree insight into employee performance. Collect insights from various sources including colleagues, supervisors, and team members to enhance self-awareness, uncover latent strengths, and pinpoint development opportunities throughout your organization.

Dashboard Yes 
Feedback / Surveys Yes 
Progress Tracking Yes 
Question Library Yes 
Rater Selection Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Supports External Reviewers No 

Certification Tracking

Ensure that you never overlook an expiration date again. Bridge streamlines the process of certification management by automating tracking, issuing timely renewal notifications to staff, and offering managers live dashboards to maintain current credentials effortlessly.

Compliance Training

Bridge streamlines compliance training for businesses by automating course assignments, monitoring progress, and generating reports. Ensure strict compliance with industry standards and organizational policies while providing contemporary and engaging learning experiences.

Multiple Locations / Departments No 
Online / Self-Paced No 
Anti-Bribery Training No 
Certification Management No 
Conflicts of Interest Training No 
Content Builder No 
Customer Service Standards No 
Customizable Branding No 
Diversity Training No 
Fair Disclosure No 
Federal / State Regulation Compliance No 
Gamification No 
Harassment / Discrimination Training No 
Industry-Specific Courses No 
Instructor-Led Training No 
Interactive Quizzes No 
Progress Tracking No 
Reporting / Analytics No 
Role-Specific Versions No 
Security / Privacy Training No 
Text / Email Reminders No 
Workplace Safety No 

Course Authoring

Create captivating and interactive educational materials in just a few minutes using Bridge's built-in course creation tools. Effortlessly drag and drop multimedia elements, transform documents into dynamic e-learning modules, and instantly publish updates with ease, all without the need for technical expertise.

Content Import / Export Yes 
Course Publishing Yes 
Gamification No 
Instructor-Led Courses No 
Interactive Content Yes 
PowerPoint Conversion Yes 
Self-Paced Courses Yes 
Storyboarding Yes 
Template Management Yes 
Test / Quiz Creation Yes 
Video Management Yes 

Customer Training

Enhance your training initiatives by leveraging Bridge for customer education, allowing you to go beyond internal teams. Accelerate the onboarding process for new clients, promote product usage, reduce the number of support requests, and improve customer loyalty with personalized learning platforms.

Digital Adoption Platforms

Bridge facilitates effortless technology integration by embedding learning into everyday tasks. It assists employees in navigating new software systems, provides relevant micro-learning just in time, and minimizes the duration of the onboarding process for software.

Audience Segmentation No 
Content Creation No 
Contextual Guidance No 
Data Validation No 
In-App Training No 
Launch Management No 
Multi-Language No 
Self Service Tools No 
Surveys & Feedback No 
User Onboarding No 

Employee Engagement

Bridge enhances employee engagement by effortlessly integrating ongoing education, connections among peers, and significant performance conversations. Improve workplace morale, ensure remote and hybrid teams are on the same page, and promote retention through features like integrated pulse surveys, one-on-one meetings, and practical development resources.

Benchmarking Yes 
Cultural Alignment Yes 
Employee Awards No 
Employee Guides No 
Employee Recognition Yes 
Feedback Management Yes 
Goal Management Yes 
Health & Wellness Programs No 
Performance Management Yes 
Pulse Surveys Yes 

Employee Survey

Utilize Bridge to gather valuable employee insights through personalized pulse surveys and feedback mechanisms. Assess engagement rates, uncover workplace patterns, and drive informed talent strategies with data that reflects the current landscape.

Ethics Management

Foster a strong culture of honesty and responsibility with Bridge. Seamlessly provide essential code-of-conduct training, monitor completion percentages, and keep thorough audit records to guarantee adherence to corporate ethical standards.

Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Bridge offers a dependable and adaptable Learning Management System (LMS) tailored specifically for the healthcare sector. It enables organizations to maintain rigorous clinical compliance, streamline the process of renewing certifications, and provide training that is accessible on mobile devices for both medical personnel and administrative teams.

HR Compliance

Reduce risks and maintain audit preparedness with Bridge’s HR compliance monitoring system. Streamline the assignment of mandatory training sessions, track completion statistics across various locations, and create immediate audit reports to ensure your team remains compliant.

Alerts / Notifications Yes 
Certifications Management Yes 
Communication Tools Yes 
Customizable HR Documents No 
Document Management No 
Records Management Yes 
Regulations Monitoring No 
Reporting / Analytics Yes 
Roles / Permissions Yes 
Version Control No 
Workflow Management No 

Learning Experience Platforms

Bridge offers a customized learning experience platform (LXP) focused on discovery. It provides personalized content suggestions, promotes collaborative learning, and empowers employees to take charge of their own career development paths.

Built-in Course Authoring Yes 
Content Sharing Yes 
Employee Portal Yes 
Gamification Yes 
Microlearning Yes 
Mobile Learning Yes 
Multi-User Collaboration Yes 
Recommendations Yes 
Reporting/Analytics Yes 
Self-Service Content Curation Yes 
Social Learning No 
Third Party Course Library Yes 

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Bridge LMS is a user-friendly, cloud-driven platform designed for enhancing employee growth. It enables the delivery of specific online courses, streamlines training assignments, monitors completion rates, and ensures that learning initiatives are directly connected to performance objectives.

Academic / Education Yes 
Asynchronous Learning Yes 
Blended Learning Yes 
Built-In Course Authoring Yes 
Corporate / Business Yes 
Customizable No 
Gamification No 
Learner Portal Yes 
Mobile Learning Yes 
Open Source No 
SCORM Compliance Yes 
Synchronous Learning Yes 
Video Conferencing Yes 
eCommerce Yes 
eLearning Companies Yes 

Mentoring

Bridge streamlines the mentoring process across the organization by pairing employees with mentors, fostering rapid professional growth, knowledge exchange, and the development of future leaders. Monitor participation, establish objectives, and cultivate an environment centered on ongoing learning and natural skill development.

Action Item Tracking Yes 
Appointment Scheduling No 
Billing & Invoicing No 
Client Management No 
Course Management Yes 
Goal Management Yes 
Mentor Matching Yes 
Program Management Yes 
Progress Tracking Yes 

OKR

Utilize Bridge's OKR features to synchronize personal objectives with the broader organizational strategy. Establish clear Objectives and Key Results, track progress in real-time, and link everyday learning and performance directly to the results of the business.

Benchmarking No 
Feedback Management Yes 
Goal Management Yes 
KPIs Yes 
Prioritization No 
Progress Tracking Yes 
Strategic Planning No 

Onboarding

Enhance the onboarding experience for new team members with tailored onboarding journeys in Bridge. Streamline welcome processes, provide necessary compliance education, and facilitate introductions to important colleagues and supervisors right from the start.

Course Management Yes 
Document Management No 
E-Verify / I-9 Forms No 
Electronic Forms No 
Electronic Signature No 
Employee Handbook No 
Employee Portal Yes 
File Management No 
Job Description Management No 
Orientation Management Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Task Management Yes 
Tax Forms No 
Training Management Yes 

Org Chart

Enhance your organization's talent overview using interactive organizational charts in Bridge. Enable team members to easily find coworkers, grasp reporting hierarchies, investigate internal positions, and foster cross-departmental connections effortlessly.

Collaboration No 
Data Import / Export Yes 
Drag & Drop No 
Interactive Elements Yes 
Photos / Images Yes 
Publishing / Sharing No 
Templates No 

Performance Management

Bridge transforms conventional performance evaluations by implementing a dynamic and ongoing approach to performance management. By integrating frequent one-on-one meetings, goal monitoring, immediate feedback, and tailored development strategies, Bridge fosters an engaged and high-achieving team.

360 Degree Feedback Yes 
Compensation Management No 
Custom Rating Scales Yes 
Customizable Templates Yes 
Individual Development Plans Yes 
On-going Performance Tracking Yes 
Peer Appraisals Yes 
Review Cycle Tracking Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Self-Appraisals Yes 
Skills Assessments Yes 
Weighted Performance Measures Yes 

Sales Coaching

Bridge enhances sales preparedness by offering engaging video coaching, immediate practice opportunities, and focused feedback. This platform empowers sales representatives to polish their pitches, perfect their product messaging, and expedite sales processes through ongoing skill enhancement.

Assessments No 
Audio / Video Conferencing No 
Built-In Course Authoring No 
Call Recording No 
Gamification No 
Goal Setting / Tracking No 
Learning Plans No 
Onboarding No 
Performance Metrics No 

Sales Training

Empower your sales teams by providing them with the essential knowledge and skills required to secure deals. Offer concise sales enablement resources, evaluate product understanding, and link training results directly to sales performance indicators using Bridge.

Analytics / Reporting No 
Assessment Management No 
Built-in Course Authoring No 
Certification Management No 
Customizable Branding No 
Gamification No 
Learning Management No 
Microlearning No 
Onboarding No 
Practice Tools No 
Progress Tracking No 
Video Assessments No 

Sexual Harassment Training

Bridge streamlines the required training for sexual harassment prevention through dynamic and interactive courses. Stay aligned with both state and federal laws, automate the scheduling of ongoing assignments, and easily keep comprehensive audit records.

Completion Certificates No 
Customizable Branding No 
Federal / State Regulation Compliance No 
Industry-Specific Courses No 
Interactive Quizzes No 
Multiple Locations / Departments No 
Online / Self-Paced No 
Progress Tracking No 
Real-Life Scenarios No 
Role-Specific Versions No 
Text / Email Reminders No 

Skills Management

Evaluate, analyze, and address skill deficiencies within your organization. Bridge empowers organizations to recognize existing employee competencies, customize educational routes to meet essential skill requirements, and safeguard the business from evolving industry trends.

Talent Management

Bridge provides a comprehensive talent management solution aimed at nurturing and keeping high-performing employees. This platform integrates learning, performance evaluation, employee engagement, and career advancement into one cohesive system, fostering both individual growth and organizational adaptability.

Career Development Planning Yes 
Compensation Management No 
Competency Management Yes 
Employee Lifecycle Management Yes 
Goal Setting / Tracking Yes 
Job Description Management No 
Onboarding Yes 
Performance Appraisal Yes 
Recruiting Management No 
Succession Planning Yes 
Training Management Yes 

Training

Enhance your workforce training experience with user-friendly resources designed for the creation, distribution, and monitoring of educational materials. Whether you're focused on skill development or ensuring compliance training, Bridge transforms learning into an interactive, user-friendly, and quantifiable process.

Academic / Education Yes 
Asynchronous Learning Yes 
Blended Learning Yes 
Built-In Course Authoring Yes 
Built-in LMS Yes 
Certification Management Yes 
Corporate / Business Yes 
Learner Portal Yes 
Mobile Learning Yes 
Simulation Yes 
Synchronous Learning Yes 
Training Companies Yes 
eCommerce Yes 

Product Features

360 Degree Feedback

Folks Performance simplifies the implementation and management of 360-degree feedback systems, collecting organized and private input from supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates. Tailorable assessment forms enable alignment of evaluations with your organization's core competencies and objectives. This platform consolidates all feedback, showcasing strengths and pinpointing areas for improvement, providing leaders with a comprehensive understanding of team performance. Integrated within the Folks HRIS, feedback information is directly linked to employee profiles, training records, and career advancement strategies, eliminating the need for data exports or tool transitions. Available in both English and French, it caters to bilingual teams in Canada. Over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses in sectors like manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and non-profit organizations rely on it.

Dashboard Yes 
Feedback / Surveys Yes 
Progress Tracking Yes 
Question Library No 
Rater Selection Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Supports External Reviewers No 

Absence Management

Folks Absence Management efficiently monitors vacation days, sick leave, and statutory holidays in accordance with provincial employment regulations, ensuring that accrual rules are consistently adhered to. Employees can easily request time off, while managers have the ability to approve these requests via a calendar or dashboard interface, with balances reflecting changes in real time. The absence information is seamlessly integrated with payroll, eliminating the need for any manual updates. Gain insights into future absences, identify coverage shortages, and analyze absence patterns across different teams. Our platform is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and complies with Canadian regulations, including PIPEDA and Law 25. We offer service in both English and French and are trusted by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

Analytics/Reporting No 
Approval Process Control No 
Attendance Tracking No 
Calendar Management No 
Compliance Management No 
Employee Database No 
Employee Scheduling No 
Leave Policy Management No 
Notifications/Alerts No 
Overtime Management No 
Role-Based Permissions No 
Time Off Management No 
Timesheet Management No 

Applicant Tracking

Enhance your recruitment process with Folks ATS. Effortlessly distribute job postings to major Canadian platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs, all from a single dashboard while consolidating every application into a unified pipeline. Leverage AI-driven resume analysis and candidate matching to swiftly pinpoint the best candidates. Monitor applicants through customizable stages using a kanban interface, delegate tasks, collect input from hiring managers, and communicate via pre-designed email templates. Seamlessly integrated with Folks HRIS, new hires are automatically added to onboarding, employee records, and payroll systems without the need for redundant data entry. Available in both English and French, Folks ATS is trusted by over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses across Canada.

Assessments Yes 
Background Screening No 
Candidate Management Yes 
Collaboration Tools Yes 
Internal HR Yes 
Interview Management Yes 
Interview Scheduling Yes 
Job Board Posting Yes 
Job Requisition Yes 
Onboarding Yes 
Recruiting Firms Yes 
Reference Checking No 
Resume Parsing Yes 
Resume Search Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Workflow Management No 

Candidate Sourcing

Folks Candidate Sourcing assists small and medium-sized businesses in Canada in creating a steady flow of qualified candidates, rather than merely gathering applicants. With an integrated dashboard, you can post job openings across various Canadian job boards—such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, HotellerieJobs, and Canada Motor Jobs. You can also explore your current candidate database and utilize AI-driven matching technology to identify passive candidates who align with your job vacancies. Each candidate sourced is seamlessly integrated into the Folks ATS pipeline. It is accessible in both English and French and is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations throughout Canada.

HCM

Folks HCM is a Canadian-owned platform designed for Human Capital Management that integrates HRIS, applicant tracking, and payroll into a single solution—encompassing the entire employee lifecycle 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, and EI), eliminating the need to coordinate with multiple service providers. Data seamlessly transfers between hiring, human resources, and payroll functions. The platform is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and entirely hosted in Canada, compliant with PIPEDA and Law 25 regulations. It supports both English and French languages and is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

HR Analytics

Folks HR Analytics transforms your HRIS, ATS, and payroll information into dynamic dashboards and reports that provide real-time insights. Monitor metrics such as headcount, employee turnover, hiring timelines, absence patterns, and compensation across various departments, locations, and provinces—all without the need for spreadsheets. Create tailored reports, export data for executive analysis, and identify workforce trends promptly. Since our analytics operate on the same platform as your employee records, hiring processes, and payroll, you can trust that the insights remain consistently accurate. Available in both English and French, we are a trusted partner for over 1,200 organizations in Canada, spanning industries like manufacturing, healthcare, non-profits, and professional services.

Compensation Plan Modeling No 
Dashboard No 
HR Metrics Library No 
Leave & Absence Reporting No 
Predictive Modeling No 
Recruiting Management No 
Succession Planning No 
Talent Management No 
Trend Analysis No 
Turnover Tracking No 

HR Employee File Management

Folks HR Employee File Management offers a comprehensive solution for organizing all employee-related documents, including contracts, identification, certifications, tax paperwork, and policy agreements, within a single secure and searchable platform. It enables electronic signature collection, automatic notifications for document retention and expiration, and role-based access controls to safeguard sensitive information. Employee files integrate seamlessly with onboarding, payroll, and absence management features in the Folks HRIS, reducing the need for redundant data entry. Our platform is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and operates in Canada, adhering to PIPEDA and Law 25 regulations. Available in both English and French, it is relied upon by over 1,200 Canadian organizations.

Access Controls No 
Centralized Employee Files No 
Dashboard No 
Email Notifications No 
Paper & Digital No 
Regulatory Compliance No 
Retention Settings No 
Search No 
Sharing Spaces No 
Signature No 

Human Resources

Folks HR is an HRIS platform based in Canada designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. It streamlines the management of employee records, contracts, vacation tracking, performance evaluations, onboarding processes, and compliance into a single system. Users can customize vacation, overtime, and statutory holiday policies according to provincial labor laws. The platform enables absence tracking, document management with electronic signatures, and facilitates CRA-compliant payroll processing (including T4, RL-1, ROE, CPP/QPP, EI) without needing a third-party service. With SOC 2 Type 2 certification, all data is securely stored in Canada, adhering to PIPEDA and Law 25 regulations, thus avoiding the implications of the US CLOUD Act. The platform is fully bilingual, offering support in both English and French. Over 1,200 Canadian businesses in sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services rely on it. Subscription plans begin at just $6 per employee per month.

360 Degree Feedback Yes 
Applicant Tracking Yes 
Attendance Management Yes 
Benefits Management No 
Career Development Planning Yes 
Compensation Management No 
Compliance Management No 
Employee Database Yes 
Employee Lifecycle Management Yes 
Onboarding Yes 
Payroll Management Yes 
Performance Management Yes 
Recruiting Management Yes 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Succession Planning Yes 
Time & Attendance Management Yes 
Time Off Management Yes 
Timesheets Yes 
Training Management Yes 

Onboarding

Folks Onboarding ensures that new employees are set up for success right from their first day. This platform allows you to assign onboarding responsibilities and checklists to new hires, their managers, and the IT team. Seamlessly integrated with Folks ATS and HRIS, it allows candidates to transition into onboarding without the need for duplicate data entry. Once the onboarding process is completed, employee profiles, time tracking, and payroll systems are immediately accessible. With SOC 2 Type 2 certification, all data is securely stored in Canada in compliance with PIPEDA and Law 25. The platform is available in both English and French and is trusted by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

Course Management No 
Document Management No 
E-Verify / I-9 Forms No 
Electronic Forms No 
Electronic Signature No 
Employee Handbook No 
Employee Portal No 
File Management No 
Job Description Management No 
Orientation Management No 
Self Service Portal No 
Task Management No 
Tax Forms No 
Training Management No 

Org Chart

Folks Org Chart effortlessly generates and refreshes a visual representation of your organization's structure using employee data—eliminating the need for tedious manual chart creation. Instantly view reporting hierarchies, team arrangements, and departmental or locational headcounts, and easily access any employee's profile straight from the chart. Integrated within Folks HRIS, the chart remains up-to-date as employees come on board, advance in their roles, or switch teams. Available in both English and French, it is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

Collaboration No 
Data Import / Export No 
Drag & Drop No 
Interactive Elements No 
Photos / Images No 
Publishing / Sharing No 
Templates No 

Payroll

Folks Payroll is designed exclusively for Canadian payroll regulations, distinguishing itself from US platforms that have been modified for Canadian use. It streamlines tasks such as automating CRA remittances, generating T4 and RL-1 slips, filing ROEs with Service Canada, and managing deductions for CPP, QPP, CPP2, and EI. It also handles multi-provincial income tax calculations and compliance with WSIB and WCB, Ontario EHT, and offers direct deposit capabilities. Employee information, hours worked, and absence records are seamlessly transferred from Folks HRIS to payroll, which minimizes the need for duplicate data entry and helps reduce errors in every payroll cycle. Furthermore, it holds a SOC 2 Type 2 certification and ensures that all data is securely stored in Canada, compliant with PIPEDA and Law 25, thus exempt from the US CLOUD Act. The platform supports both English and French languages and does not require any external payroll service providers.

401(k) Tracking No 
Attendance Management Yes 
Benefits Management No 
Check Printing No 
Compensation Management No 
Deductions Management Yes 
Direct Deposit Yes 
Multi-Country No 
Multi-State Yes 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Tax Compliance Yes 
Vacation / Leave Tracking Yes 
W-2 and 1099 Preparation No 
Wage Garnishment Yes 

Performance Management

Folks Performance offers a solution for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses to effectively synchronize individual aspirations with overall business goals through a consistent approach to performance management. Users can establish precise objectives, monitor development, arrange comprehensive 360° assessments, and implement tailored review cycles — all within a single platform. Supervisors can deliver ongoing feedback, employees can track their accomplishments, and HR departments can maintain a centralized database of performance records linked to employee profiles, training progress, and career advancement strategies within the Folks HRIS. With customizable assessment templates, automated notifications, and intuitive visual dashboards, the review process is organized and equitable. The platform supports both English and French languages and is part of the comprehensive Folks HR suite, which includes HRIS, ATS, and payroll that complies with CRA regulations — a solution trusted by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

360 Degree Feedback Yes 
Compensation Management No 
Custom Rating Scales No 
Customizable Templates No 
Individual Development Plans No 
On-going Performance Tracking Yes 
Peer Appraisals Yes 
Review Cycle Tracking No 
Self Service Portal Yes 
Self-Appraisals Yes 
Skills Assessments No 
Weighted Performance Measures No 

Recruiting

Folks Recruiting is designed to assist small and medium-sized businesses in Canada in swiftly finding and hiring exceptional talent. With a unified dashboard, you can easily post job openings across platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, Talent.com, CareerBeacon, and others. Manage all applicants through a tailored pipeline featuring kanban views. The system utilizes AI-driven resume parsing and candidate matching to highlight the most suitable candidates, while integrated scorecards and email templates ensure that hiring teams remain on the same page. Seamlessly connected with Folks HRIS, selected candidates transition directly into the onboarding and payroll process. Available in both English and French, Folks Recruiting is trusted by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

Assessments No 
Background Screening No 
CRM No 
Interaction Tracking No 
Internal HR No 
Interview Management No 
Job Board Posting No 
Job Requisition No 
Onboarding No 
Recruiting Firms No 
Reference Checking No 
Resume Parsing No 
Self Service Portal No 

Resume Parsing

Folks Resume Parsing leverages artificial intelligence to effortlessly analyze incoming resumes and create candidate profiles by extracting essential information such as contact details, professional experience, educational background, and skills—all without the need for manual data entry. The system swiftly matches parsed candidates with job specifications and prioritizes them, allowing recruiters to concentrate on the most qualified applicants. This parsing technology is compatible with resumes submitted via job boards, company career pages, or direct uploads, seamlessly integrating into the Folks ATS workflow. It supports both English and French languages and is an integral feature of the comprehensive Folks HR platform, which is relied upon by over 1,200 organizations across Canada.

Automated Application Input No 
Automatic Updating No 
Customizable Macros No 
Data Extraction No 
Multi-Language No 
Resume Import No 
Resume Management No 
Semantic Matching No 
Social Media Corroboration No 
Sort / Filter No 
White Label Option No 

Talent Management

Folks Talent Management offers a comprehensive solution for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses to nurture and keep their workforce engaged over the course of their careers. With this platform, users can establish objectives, conduct 360-degree feedback and performance evaluations, monitor training and certifications, and strategize career advancement and succession planning, all linked to centralized employee records within the Folks HRIS. Managers gain insight into team performance and development strategies without the hassle of juggling multiple spreadsheets. The platform is available in both English and French and is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with data securely hosted in Canada in compliance with PIPEDA and Law 25. Over 1,200 Canadian organizations have placed their trust in this solution.

Career Development Planning No 
Compensation Management No 
Competency Management No 
Employee Lifecycle Management No 
Goal Setting / Tracking No 
Job Description Management No 
Onboarding No 
Performance Appraisal No 
Recruiting Management No 
Succession Planning No 
Training Management No 

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