Best Workplaces in Canada 2025: 1000+ employees

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,582

Comprehensive health benefits at Cisco Systems include a surrogacy reimbursement program (up to $20,000 CAD), unlimited mental health benefits, top up parental leave salary and much more.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,484

Diverse Exchanges at Doane Grant Thornton connects colleagues of varying seniority to share perspectives, fostering inclusivity. Senior colleagues expand their views, while junior colleagues learn from leaders. The program promotes learning, growth, and appreciation of diverse life experiences for all participants.

Head office: Markham, ON

Canadian headcount: 4,988

Aviva offers market leading people policies and pay. They look after their colleagues in many ways including festive parties and healthy snacks to keep colleagues energized.

Head office: Edmonton, AB

Canadian headcount: 5,820

ATB prioritizes team members by valuing individuality, fostering inclusivity, supporting equity-focused networks, and creating safe spaces. With a dedicated Inclusion & Reconciliation team, they promote a thriving culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,500

Softchoice fosters an inclusive environment through its One Softchoice committee and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). It integrates diversity priorities across the organization and has been recognized for LGBTQ+ inclusive policies, workplace protections, partner benefits, and transgender-inclusive health care.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 15,036

Through Deloitte Days and Development & Innovation Days, employees enjoy dedicated, paid time to collectively disconnect and engage in personal and professional growth and development.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,367

OMERS and Oxford prioritize employee growth with career development plans, leadership programs, and team workshops. They offer resources like Development Days, courses, and coaching to help employees build leadership skills, collaborate effectively, and create clear career advancement paths.

Head office:Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 11,829

KPMG offers inclusive benefits to support diverse needs: $500 for Indigenous wellness, a Daily Living Benefit for people with disabilities, family leave programs, fertility assistance, gender affirmation coverage, $3,000 per employee and dependent for mental health, and virtual health care to support all.

Head office: Montréal, QC

Canadian headcount: 10,582

CGI fosters an ownership culture through two key programs: the Share Purchase Plan (SPP), allowing members to invest in CGI shares with company matching, and the Profit Participation Plan (PPP), distributing profits based on business unit and individual performance.

Head office: Calgary, AB

Canadian headcount: 1,416

Full-time and part-time colleagues at Hyatt Hotels are provided a balance of complimentary room nights per year allowing them to stay at any Hyatt anywhere in the world for free or at a heavily discounted rate.

Head office: Burnaby, BC

Canadian headcount: 1,255

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 3,101

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 3,271

SAP Canada supports over 25 Employee Network Groups (ENGs) to foster diversity and inclusion. These networks, including BWN, Pride@SAP, SAP Hear and Friends, Black Employee Network, and Indigenous Ally Network, empower employees, promote leadership, and drive cultural and organizational success.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 7,853

Rexall’s continuous listening strategy gathers employee feedback through surveys at all stages of the employee lifecycle. Leaders use survey results to foster discussion and action, creating a culture of trust and collaboration, resulting in improved employee engagement and satisfaction since 2017.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 65,000

The TD Well-Being Ambassador Program promotes colleague well-being through a group of passionate volunteers who connect employees with resources, tips, and support. They foster an inclusive community and serve as trusted representatives, focusing on physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,298

Take that dream vacation. Visit a loved one. Celebrate a milestone. Team members can indulge in Hilton’s renowned hospitality with deep discounts at their hotels around the world. It’s all possible with their Go Hilton Team Member and Family & Friends travel programs!

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 73,620

In 2022, RBC committed CAD $200 million to support employees’ life and career goals, enhancing its Defined Contribution pension plan with increased contributions and flexibility. It also offers savings, student loan, and mortgage programs, with matching contributions to encourage retirement and personal savings.

Head office: Oakville, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,044

Total Rewards at Siemens includes a Flexible Benefits Plan, allowing employees to personalize coverage for medical, dental, life insurance, and more. Employees also receive a 3% employer pension contribution, with additional matching based on service years and contribution levels.

Head office: Oakville, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,969

Over the past 80 years, the projects at Kiewit have improved Canadian life, including hydroelectric-power for millions, the Welland Canal connecting Great Lakes to the Atlantic, and major transportation infrastructure like the Port Mann Bridge and Southwest Calgary Ring Road.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,212

TRADER encourages employees to use Volunteer Days for community engagement and charitable events. Employees actively support causes like Camp Ooch, Movember, Canadian Cancer Society, food banks, and more, fostering a strong culture of giving back and community involvement.

Head office: Waterloo, ON

Canadian headcount: 3,400

Head office: Oakville, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,067

FCT provides 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage, fitness and wellness reimbursements, and virtual health care through Dialogue. Benefits include EFAP, stress management resources, and consultations with health care professionals, mental health experts, and legal, tax, and financial specialists.

Head office: Vancouver, BC

Canadian headcount: 6,339

Cactus Club Cafe fosters a culture of appreciation through recognition programs like Peak Performer, Great Manager and Sous Chef Awards, and Hospitality Ambassadors. These initiatives celebrate outstanding performance, leadership, and service, ensuring employees feel valued, inspired, and motivated to excel.

Head office: Brampton, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,235

DHL Express Canada invests in people and communities through initiatives like donations, volunteering, and Go Green projects. They also believe in the value of education, and support their future leaders through scholarships, leadership training and culture foundation courses.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,844

Colliers cultivates a dynamic, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and do their best work. Offering career growth and collaboration, they prioritize employee well-being through flexible policies, recognition programs, and WELL-certified offices. This fosters innovation, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,252

The employee ownership model at Dillon Consulting Limited fosters a sense of shared responsibility, pride, and investment in the company’s success.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 7,949

EY Canada has long championed flexible work options, offering informal flexibility for work-life harmony and formal arrangements like split office/remote days or compressed schedules. They’ve expanded flexibility to support diverse employee needs, goals, personal preferences and aspirations.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,950

The mental health coverage at Fidelity Canada provides psychologist and counselling coverage of $5,000 per year for full-time employees and $2,500 per year for part-time employees. Employees may use this benefit for themselves or their eligible family members.

Head office: Vancouver, BC

Canadian headcount: 4,949

JOEY invests in employee growth through performance-driven coaching and world-class education. In partnership with Granger Network, employees have access to JOEY University, offering courses in Culinary Arts, Business Management, and Hospitality Leadership to learn and unleash their full potential.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,194

Schneider Electric offers a hybrid-work approach with flexibility, allowing employees to work in the office two to three days a week and remotely for the rest. Supported by the Flexibility@Work Policy, it promotes work-life balance through various flexible arrangements.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,027

Capgemini fosters an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. Managers receive inclusive leadership training, and an equity framework ensures all employees are valued and supported. Employee networks like OUTfront and Women@Capgemini empower colleagues to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 12,468

Sun Life’s myWellness program focuses on financial, mental, and physical health, offering tools for financial management, mental health support with up to $12,500 coverage, virtual fitness classes, resources for mental health challenges, and Personal Spending Accounts for Indigenous health support.

Head office: Edmonton, AB

Canadian headcount: 2,704

CWB values grassroots engagement through Employee Represented Groups (ERGs), fostering belonging, learning, and initiatives that enhance engagement. With 10 active ERGs and one in three employees participating, CWB also launched an ERG mentorship program in 2022 for members.

Head office: Montréal, QC

Canadian headcount: 1,514

The hybrid work model at Pharmascience allows employees to work two days in the office and three from home. It offers flexibility for personal-professional balance, with in-office days fostering collaboration in an open-space environment to strengthen teamwork and connection.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 2,581

goeasy’s annual National Conference is a three-day event attended by 500+ managers and top performers from across the organization. It’s an opportunity for the senior leadership team to recognize top performers, celebrate the past year’s accomplishments and announce upcoming initiatives.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 19,161

The Bravo Zulu Award at FedEx is ‘on the spot’ recognition for superior performance that is above and beyond normal job responsibilities. It includes a monetary reward, a letter of appreciation, and FedEx swag such as pens, mugs, water bottles, and hats.

Head office: Woodstock, NB

Canadian headcount: 4,931

Flexible scheduling and flex or compressed work week options at FMI give team members the ability to determine when they work based on their personal commitments and availability. Some remote working options are also available.

Head office: Vancouver, BC

Canadian headcount: 1,492

Raymond James Ltd. values employee recognition and inclusion. The newly launched You1st platform reflects this commitment by fostering a culture of appreciation and responding to employee feedback, ensuring hard work and dedication are recognized and celebrated.

Head office: Montréal, QC

Canadian headcount: 1,079

AbbVie provides a top up at 80% of salary for employees who take a family leave. The top up is for a duration of 20 weeks and applies to maternity, paternity, parental and adoption leaves.

Head office: Montréal, QC

Canadian headcount: 1,582

The Perks @ Work program at TTEC creates an energizing environment by allowing leaders to use a budget for site events, diversity initiatives, recognition, contests, free food, and other incentives. This empowers employees and leaders to choose impactful perks, enhancing the overall employee experience.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 7,000

Accenture’s award-winning learning programs help their people build digital, industry and functional skills to build their careers.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 17,318

Compass Group values the diversity of its teams across Canada, recognizing that unique cultures and experiences drive success. Through four Diversity & Inclusion Action Councils—Pride Alliance, Wellness, WoLF Pack (Women of Leadership and Fun), and BIPOC—the company celebrates authenticity and tackles key issues.

Head office: Hamilton, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,256

Thrive offers a $750 scholarship, awarded by the CEO, for employees’ children pursuing post-secondary education. Three recipients were recognized last year in the employee newsletter. The scholarship idea originated from focus groups that took place across all Thrive organizations.

Head office: Toronto, ON

Canadian headcount: 41,797

Scotiabank wants employees to bring their best selves to work — and to life — every day. They invest in a holistic, well-being approach that includes health, wealth, and life, and they recognize that everyone’s needs are different thereby offering comprehensive and flexible programs.

Head office: Calgary, AB

Canadian headcount: 3,375

FYihealth’s rapid growth has created numerous internal promotion opportunities. They offer various training programs to enhance employee skillsets, including a comprehensive coaching program and a certified eyecare professional program to support personal and professional development.

Head office: Burnaby, BC

Canadian headcount: 1,096

Houle promotes a healthy lifestyle with comprehensive health and dental benefits, a $500 Health Spending Account, $400 annual wellness reimbursement, vision coverage, an onsite gym, and mental health resources, including access to free mental health and substance use counselling.

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 1,202

Martin Brower supports continuous learning with financial assistance for employee education, professional development and designations, and scholarships for employees’ children. They also offer mentorship and leadership development programs, fostering growth for employees at all levels of the business.

Head office: Montréal, QC

Canadian headcount: 2,500

Launched in 2019, Campus Roy. (the Onboarding Campus) trains new recruits in commercial and industrial cleaning best practices. Building on its success, the initiative now offers diverse training options to equip recruits with both technical and soft skills for industry success.

Head office: Boisbriand, QC

Canadian headcount: 1,035

Head office: Mississauga, ON

Canadian headcount: 6,594

The learning and development programs at DHL Supply Chain position their associates for success – at all levels of their career.