Canada's Top 100 Employers

First held in 1999, the project aims to single out the employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional working conditions and progressive human resources policies.

Employers are evaluated on eight criteria, which have remained consistent since the competition was launched: (1) Physical Workplace; (2) Work Atmosphere & Social; (3) Health, Financial & Family Benefits; (4) Vacation & Time Off; (5) Employee Communications; (6) Performance Management; (7) Training & Skills Development; and (8) Community Involvement.

[3] Employers are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offers the most progressive and forward-thinking programs.

Selections are made by a team of editors, who publish detailed reasons for choosing each of the winners.

Any employer, whether private or public sector, operating in Canada may apply to be considered.