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The federal government is holding more than $2.16 billion in uncashed cheques across 3.9 million payments, highlighting inefficiencies in paper-based disbursements. The figures, revealed through a parliamentary inquiry, reflect systemic challenges including outdated addresses and reliance on physical delivery.

Experts say digital methods such as direct deposit and e-transfers offer faster, more reliable alternatives. Calgary-based Digital Commerce Payments also points to prepaid cards as a solution for reaching underserved populations. With real-time payment systems still pending, the backlog underscores the need to modernize public sector payments to reduce costs and improve delivery outcomes.

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Software-as-a-service firms are increasingly turning to embedded payments as a core growth strategy, moving beyond subscription-based models. By integrating payment processing directly into workflows, companies capture additional revenue tied to transaction volume while improving user experience. Calgary’s Digital Commerce Payments says this shift is redefining SaaS monetization.

Canadian firms including Vancouver’s Clio, Edmonton’s Jobber, and Vancouver-based Jane have adopted embedded payments to streamline billing and accelerate collections. The approach reduces friction and eliminates reliance on third-party tools. As competition intensifies, embedded payments are emerging as a key differentiator, positioning SaaS platforms as financial services providers.

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Ottawa Holds $2.16B in Uncashed Cheques

Embedded Payments Reshape SaaS Revenue Models