Being a “Googler” is “very exciting in this AI moment,” says Sabrina Geremia, country manager at Google Canada, which, she says, has grown to include “thousands of employees working in offices in Waterloo, Toronto, Montreal and remotely all over the world the country.” Much of that growth can be attributed to a work environment where employees are valued and given the opportunity to innovate and collaborate. “We invest in our people to grow, offer industry-leading benefits, perks and amenities, and encourage Googlers to give back to their communities through initiatives like Google Serve, a global month of service where employees volunteer their time to support important causes.”

While working in corporate offices, employees can take advantage of amenities such as microwaves, fitness centers, a massage program, and in-office cafes. Places are also designed to be accessible to all regardless of ability. Even Googlers’ dogs – known as “Dooglers” – benefit from the office amenities. For example, many Google locations include dog play areas, treats and dog bowls to make it easy for people to bring their dogs to work, which has the added benefit of reducing stress levels for everyone in the office.

The tech giant’s commitment to curating a positive workplace, cultivating employee talent and facilitating community involvement are just some of the reasons Google Canada ranked #1 on Canada’s Best Employers 2025our 10th edition of this list.

To create this 10th anniversary ranking, Forbes partnered again with the market research firm Extras to survey more than 40,000 Canada-based employees working for companies and institutions that employ at least 500 individuals within Canada. Survey respondents (who remained anonymous so they could answer freely) were asked whether they would recommend their employer to others and rate it based on a range of criteria, including pay, work flexibility, training programs and opportunities for advancement. Participants were also asked if they would recommend employers they knew in their industry or through friends or family who worked there.

The responses were collated and the analysis included survey data from the past three years, allowing for a robust assessment of organizations that consistently ranked well versus those that may have had just one good year. The more recent data and evaluations from current employees were weighted more heavily than others. In the end, each employer received a score, and the top 300 organizations made our list of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025.

Dominant in this year’s ranking – as in previous years – were organizations representing the state service sector (Bank of CanadaNo. 7; Parks CanadaNo. 12; and Fisheries and Oceans Canadano. 13) and education (Concordia UniversityNo. 3; Université LavalNo. 16; and University of Sherbrooke27). Organizations within healthcare and social services followed soon after in prevalence (The Children’s Hospital of Eastern OntarioNo. 31; CancerCare ManitobaNo. 69; and Sunnybrook Health Sciences CenterNo. 71).

However, the top ten companies in the ranking were in a range of industries, including the technology sector (Google and MicrosoftNo. 2), tools (Hydro-Quebecno. 4) and food and drink (The Hershey CompanyNo. 5).

Google and Microsoft also stood out to land on all 10 editions of Canada’s Best Employers along with 28 other companies. Click here to see the 30 Honor roll businesswhich has been recognized on this ranking every year since 2016.

One Honor Roll company, Bank of Canada, attributes its consistently high ratings to its diverse, friendly and engaged workforce. “In our most recent annual survey, employees told us what they value most: each other,” said Michelle Martin, the bank’s executive vice president of human resources. In addition to collegial colleagues, Bank of Canada offers a range of opportunities to its employees, including exposure to industry leaders. “Because of our role in Canada’s economy, we attract experts from many fields, including IT and HR, that I get to work with,” notes Martin. The bank also offers training opportunities, mentorship programs and the opportunity to take on temporary assignments that give employees the opportunity to develop new skills and take on new challenges. “Whether it’s improving your second language, exposure to external networks and expertise, or simply opportunities to learn on the job, employees here can truly own their career and professional development,” says Martin.

Desjardins (No. 14), a financial services cooperative, owned by its members — and also a Honor roll companies — are proud to support their workers as well as the larger community. “The experience we offer our employees stems directly from our role as a socioeconomic leader and an inclusive employer committed to making a real contribution to a modern society,” said Guy Cormier, president and CEO of Desjardins Group. “All the positive impact we have across the country starts with the people in our offices before landing in the communities we serve.”

Work-life balance is also “incredibly important” at Desjardins, says Cormier, who notes that employees are entitled to four weeks of vacation starting on their first day of work. They are also offered “a range of health, wellness and financial benefits, from sleep health solutions to fitness replacements,” he adds.

At Microsoft Canada, it’s also about the employees, and company president Chris Barry gives credit where it’s due: “The dedication, passion and curiosity of our team are the real drivers of our success.”

So the lesson for Canadian companies striving to motivate their teams, retain top talent and build a productive and satisfied workforce? Invest in your employees and they will invest in you.

Click here for the full list of Canada’s Best Employers.

Methodology

To determine the 10-year anniversary ranking of Canada’s Best Employers, Forbes collaborated with the market research company Extras to survey more than 40,000 Canada-based employees working for companies and institutions that employ at least 500 individuals within Canada. Survey respondents (who remained anonymous so they could answer freely) were asked whether they would recommend their employer to others and rate it based on a range of criteria, including pay, work flexibility, training programs and opportunities for advancement. Participants were also asked if they would recommend employers they knew in their industry or through friends or family who worked there.

The responses were collated and the analysis included survey data from the past three years, allowing for a robust assessment of organizations that consistently ranked well versus those that may have had just one good year. The more recent data and evaluations from current employees were weighted more heavily than others. In the end, each employer received a score, and the top 300 organizations made our list of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025.

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