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Specsavers Canada ranks 11th overall for exceptional workplace culture
We’re thrilled to be recognized once again as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ for 2025 by Great Place To Work® Institute, the global authority on workplace culture. Ranking 11th on the list, we’ve climbed the spot of highest ranked retailer in the over 1000 employee category. Our team was also recognized with the Respect Award, as the best company in its category for the respect dimension of the Trust Index™, highlighting our continued support to colleagues by management to foster collaboration and care. As we continue our rapid expansion in Canada, this recognition highlights our dedication to building an exceptional workplace culture.
“We’re incredibly proud to be the highest-ranking retailer on Canada's Best Workplaces™ list," said Bill Moir, Managing Director. “I’m amazed by the passion and commitment I see every day from our team. This achievement is thanks to the vibrant, collaborative culture we’ve built together across Canada.”
Since entering the Canadian market in November 2021, we’ve become one of the fastest growing networks of eyecare professionals in the country. Driven by our purpose of "changing lives through better sight", we aim to transform the way Canadians experience eyecare by offering exceptional service, advanced clinical equipment, and affordable and quality eyewear.
For this year’s ranking of Canada’s Best Workplaces™, our colleagues ranked the organization highest around inclusion, fairness, and trust with its leadership team. Specsavers Canada’s commitment to excellence has resulted in multiple workplace recognitions over the past year, including Great Place to Work® certification for 2024-2025, Best Workplace for Women, Best Workplace for Young Talent, Best Workplace with Most Trusted Executives, Best Workplaces for Retail and Hospitality, Best Workplaces for Giving Back, and Best Workplaces in BC. Additionally, Specsavers was ranked #16 on the World's Best Workplaces 2024 list.
“Diversity, equity, and inclusion are baked into the DNA of these organizations. They care for all their people, and this means opportunities for great innovation and business success.” said Nancy Fonseca, Senior Vice President of Client Services, Great Place To Work® Canada.
Great Place to Work® is the global leader in defining and recognizing high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. With a mission to improve society by helping companies transform their workplace environments, they provide benchmarks, frameworks, and expertise for creating and maintaining exceptional cultures. The Best Workplaces™ in Canada list is part of the world’s largest annual workplace study, representing the voices of 11 million employees across more than 50 countries. The winners are chosen exclusively based on employee input.
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