Payments for Calgary’s ambitious businesses.

Whether you accept payment online or in-person, you deserve transparent rates from a Calgary company that gets it.

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Calgary payments. Honestly better.

All-in-one payment platform
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  • All-in-one payment platform

    Get unlimited access to online and in-person payment tools with one free account. Plus, you only pay when you process.

    All-in-one payment platform
  • Zero hidden fees, no contracts

    Get access to transparent Interchange Plus pricing and Helcim will automatically lower your rates as you scale.

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  • Local support, one call away

    Every single person you talk to, from sales to support, is another Calgarian ready to help.

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Our neighbour’s ambition is our business.

Don't just take our word for it. See why business owners across Calgary use Helcim to help them build what’s next.

  • Laura's review

    Laura

    Laura Brows 

  • Cody's review

    "The ease of use and transparency in terms of pricing is excellent.”

    Cody

    Care & Repair Property Maintenance 

  • Wendy's review

    “Helcim has just simplified the payment process.”

    Dr. Wendy

    Dr. Wendy Vet Care 

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    Connor

    Local Laundry 

Businesses save 25% on average with Helcim. Small businesses save 25% on average with Helcim.

Our pricing is 100% transparent and flat out saves you money. We keep your rates low and give you innovative ways to save money, all with no monthly fees or contracts in sight.

  • In-person
  • Keyed & Online

1.83%+ 8¢

2.61%+ 8¢

1.00%+ 8¢
  • PIN-Debit

1.67%+ 8¢

2.32%+ 8¢

9¢

Average costs to expect

Based on the weighted average cost of popular cards and a transaction size of: $300

2.27%+ 25¢

3.01%+ 25¢

2.28%+ 25¢

2.75%+ 25¢

Average costs to expect

Based on the weighted average cost of popular cards and a transaction size of: $300

Never overpay on merchant fees again.

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Not just inYYC. From YYC.

We were founded and proudly based in downtown Calgary. We’re your neighbours - striving to give business owners the edge they need to win because your success is our city's success.

The bag for automotive tools

Payment tools for every Calgary business.

In-person

Easily accept contactless payments at your checkout or on the go.

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Smart Terminal

Keyed & over the phone

Process credit cards and ACH payments online without any hardware.

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Keyed & over the phone
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Online

Build an online store, send invoices, or add payments to your current website.

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Love our powerful online payments
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Frequently asked questions.

  • Why should I choose Helcim?

    Transparency, low rates, smart tools and amazing service! Many merchants have been dragged through the mud by their prior processor with hidden fees, contracts, and terrible service. We've built our reputation on being the opposite. We care about building long-term relationships with our merchants - which means offering you the payment service you've been looking for.

    Have more questions? Email or give us a call. Our in-house team of Helcim Merchant Experience Specialists are here to share their knowledge, answer your questions and point you in the right direction. No commissions, no pressure.

  • Are there any contracts or hidden fees?

    No! You can close your account anytime without any penalty and there are no hidden fees. You never again have to worry about setup fees, termination fees, quarterly fees, PCI & non-compliance fees, customer service fees, or bank deposit fees.

  • Who is Helcim for?

    If your business is looking for a better way to accept credit and debit cards online or in-person, then Helcim is the payments company for you. Helcim offers a wide range of payment tools and software solutions to make it faster and easier for you to get paid.

  • How long do funds take to be deposited?

    Deposits will appear in your bank account within 2 business days, depending on the time of day that your transactions are settled. Transactions processed over the weekend or bank holidays are initialized for deposit on the following business day. Your daily transactions are batched together and deposited to your bank account, net of processing fees.

  • How much are the processing rates?

    For Visa, Mastercard, Amex and other card-brands, we offer Interchange Plus pricing to give you complete transparency and greater savings. By passing the base cost directly to you and only charging for a single markup, Interchange Plus pricing gives you significant savings. By knowing our cost as well as our markup, we promote a fully transparent partnership which means no surprises on your monthly statement!

    To calculate your rates for in-person and online transactions, you can visit our pricing page.

  • Do I need to change banks?

    No! You can use your existing bank account, provided by your financial institution or credit union. Sole proprietors can use a personal bank account. Incorporated business and partnerships are required to use a business bank account

    Law firms and other businesses that require separate trust and operating bank accounts are able to customize the flow of deposits and fees to meet their needs.

  • How does signing up work?

    You can sign up directly on our website using your computer or mobile phone. There is no need for complicated paperwork nor signatures. The signup form takes as little as 5-minutes, asking you to enter basic information about your business, address and contact information.

    Once you create your Helcim account, you can begin using it right away! Get started here.

  • Is my payment and customer information safe with Helcim?

    Absolutely. We make security our top priority. Our systems are protected with bank-level encryption (AES-256) and we are a Level 1 PCI-DSS compliant provider - the highest level of security certification in the payments industry. For a deeper dive into our security practices, visit our Security & Compliance Page.

Calgary, let’s get started.

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We're always here to help.

Speak to a real person who can answer your payment questions.

Call us, book a demo, or fill out the form to learn:

  • How to start accepting payments
  • How much you can save with our low processing fees
  • How to add payment options to your website
  • What hidden fees you're paying your processor
  • Other ways to make your business more profitable

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