Plain meaning
A broad term for taxes, premiums, or contributions connected to payroll and employment.
Also called
statutory payroll costs
employer payroll costs
payroll taxes
Key points
- In Canada, payroll-related obligations can include income-tax withholding, CPP/QPP contributions, EI premiums, and provincial payroll taxes where applicable.
- Employers usually have remitting, reporting, and record-keeping obligations.
- Payroll costs affect hiring, compensation, compliance, and business cash flow.
- The phrase should be tied to the specific tax, premium, or contribution being discussed.
Why it comes up
Payroll changes can affect workers, employers, small businesses, and public revenue.