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Big-company benefits and an opportunity to make friendships: Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers (2026) announced

Menah Kerr — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:19:07 +0000

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TORONTO,��April 7, 2026 /CNW/ – Small and medium employers (SMEs) across Canada increasingly rival their larger counterparts when it comes workplace benefits and progressive HR policies. But many SMEs go a step further, creating opportunities for their staff to form social connections and friendships, something increasingly recognized as essential for mental health. The best of these initiatives were recognized today, as Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers (2026) were announced by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers project.

“What really sets SMEs apart is their ability to understand their employees on a personal level: social events are tailored to employee interests, professional growth more directly attuned to the individual’s goals, they’re able to create a culture that larger firms can’t easily match,” says Richard Yerema, executive editor at Mediacorp. “With many leading SMEs now offering benefits on par with those of larger organizations, they’ve become even stronger contenders for top talent.”

Small and medium enterprises play a central role in Canada’s economy and labour market. According to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, SMEs account for approximately 63 percent of private-sector employment, employing more than 8 million Canadians. Nearly two-thirds of Canada’s labour force works for a small or medium sized enterprise, which Statistics Canada defines as having under 500 employees.

Many of this year’s SME winners go out of their way to organize events and other initiatives that help employees form social connections. Examples include supporting in-house bands and company sports teams, hosting cocktail nights and even offering strategic planning sessions abroad.

“These social initiatives help employees form deeper connections with their colleagues,” says Kristina Leung, managing editor at Mediacorp. “The best SMEs provide an opportunity for their employees to form social connections, which is essential for strong mental health and something that fewer people have today. A growing body of research shows that social connection is a key determinant of mental health, associated with lower levels of stress, anxiety, and burnout. In contrast, social isolation has been identified as a significant risk factor for poor mental health outcomes.”

“This makes our SME winners especially important,” Leung adds. “They provide a compelling counterpoint to the narrative that social connections are difficult to make in a world where social media, solitary work, and loneliness have become more common.”

Now in its 13th year,��Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers is an editorial competition that recognizes the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that offer the nation’s best workplaces and forward-thinking human resources policies. Editors at Mediacorp review employers on eight criteria, which have remained consistent since the project’s inception: (1) 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. The editors publish detailed ‘reasons for selection’ for these criteria, providing transparency in the selection of winners and a catalogue of best practices for employers and job-seekers alike. To be eligible for this competition, employers must have their head office or principal place of business in Canada and meet the Statistics Canada of a small or medium enterprise.

Founded in 1992, Mediacorp Canada Inc. is the nation’s largest publisher of employment periodicals. Since 1999, the Toronto-based publisher has managed the , which includes 19 regional and special-interest editorial competitions that reach millions of Canadians annually through a variety of magazine and newspaper partners, including The Globe and Mail. Mediacorp also operates , the largest Canadian job search engine, which lets job-seekers search job postings directly from employer websites. Last year, 2.4 million unique visitors used Mediacorp’s online sites to explore new job opportunities and learn about Canada’s leading employers.

The full list of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers (2026) was announced today in a special magazine published online in The Globe and Mail and on Eluta.ca. Detailed ‘reasons for selection’, along with hundreds of additional stories and photos about their initiatives, were released today via the .

TPC Toronto to Host RBC Canadian Open in 2025 – Marking Another Legacy Project in Crozier’s Books

Menah Kerr — Thu, 30 May 2024 13:58:14 +0000

As the golfing world descends on the Greater Toronto area this week at the 2024 RBC Canadian Open, there was exciting news for Canadian golf last week. Golf Canada announced that the 2025 RBC Canadian Open will be held at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in the Town of Caledon.

The announcement comes as the bold, exciting transformation of Osprey Valley continues after Golf Canada that the national organization would be relocating its headquarters to the 54-hole golf club in Caledon, Ontario. In an , Osprey Valley’s president, Chris Humeniuk, stated:

“This is a momentous occasion for Osprey Valley and represents a major step in our ongoing transformation as a facility, along with the culmination of many years of hard work, planning and preparation by our team.”

The redevelopment of the 305-hectare property includes the renovation of the championship North course, two new clubhouses, conference facilities and on-site overnight accommodations.

Over the past five years, Crozier has delivered a full suite of engineering and environmental solutions for the project and continues to work with Osprey’s leadership group as the clubhouses and villas are constructed along with the final preparations of the site to host the 2025 RBC Canadian Open.

“It has been an honour and a privilege to work with Golf Canada and Osprey Valley on the redevelopment of their best-in-class facilities,” said Nick Mocan, Crozier’s president. “This is a legacy project that we are incredibly proud of and Crozier’s role would not be possible without the tactical leadership of Katherine Rentsch, our Private Services manager, and the entire dedicated group of professionals here.”

Congratulations to the Humeniuk family and the entire project team, notably Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc., Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, and X-Design Inc. for bringing the RBC Canadian Open to this incredible venue – 2025 will be a year to remember, as both Golf Canada and the RBC Canadian Open find their new home.

Read more about the RBC Canadian Open announcement by Golf Canada .

TPC Toronto’s North Course and Main Clubhouse. (Photo: Courtesy TPC Toronto www.ospreyvalley.com/north)

Collingwood Mayor, Council Hear About Crozier’s Plans

Shannon Harvey — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 19:30:45 +0000

Top row: Chris Potts, Nick Mocan, Lisa Crozier, Rob Ring Bottom row: Chris Baines, Mayor Yvonne Hamlin, Chris Crozier, Sonya Skinner

Crozier’s Collingwood office was thrilled to welcome esteemed guests from the Town of Collingwood including Mayor Yvonne Hamlin, councilors Rob Ring, Chris Baines, and Chris Potts, as well as Chief Administrative Officer Sonya Skinner.

“It was an honour to have Mayor Hamlin and councillors spend the afternoon meeting our team members and hearing about our long-term vision for Crozier in the community,” said Chris Crozier, Founder and CEO.

The tour was part of an initiative by the Town Council to foster a stronger connection with local businesses and serve as ambassadors of Collingwood. During the visit, Crozier had the privilege of guiding the group around the premises and introducing various team members to learn about their personal journeys and gather thoughts regarding the town.

This occasion proved to be an opportunity to reflect on Crozier being named one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers in 2023 and the deep connection between the organization, Collingwood’s leaders, and the broader community. Crozier continues to be committed to making a positive impact within Collingwood and will continue to actively engage with local stakeholders. This visit serves as a testament to the shared vision of fostering growth, collaboration, and prosperity for the town.

Crozier’s Leadership Team Continues to Strengthen

Shannon Harvey — Tue, 09 May 2023 15:25:33 +0000

We are pleased to share that three of our long-time shareholders, Jon Proctor, Alex Fleming, and Chris Boyce, have each been appointed partners within our ownership group.

“Their commitment to the firm has been evident since day one,” says Chris Crozier, Founder and CEO. “We could not be more thrilled to have Alex, Chris and Jon’s dedication to our growth and vision.”

The new partners have each been with Crozier for over 15 years and have taken on various leadership roles including management, directors of the board, and now leading their respective disciplines.

At the recent Annual General Meeting, Crozier also announced the newest member of its board of directors, Geoff Masotti. Geoff joined Crozier in 2019 as Manager of the Bradford operation and was also recently promoted to a market director of GTA East for the company. Since his arrival, the Bradford office has seen tremendous growth and broadened industry presence in the region, highlighted by a series of business awards from the .

These achievements and appointments continue to align with the company’s strategic plan and growth objectives in the years ahead.

Crozier Adds Record Number of New Employee Shareholders

Menah Kerr — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 13:01:20 +0000

Crozier’s new shareholders pictured alongside Nick Mocan, President, Crozier, and Chris Crozier, CEO and Founder, Crozier [pictured bottom row, centre]. New shareholders pictured top row, from left to right: Chris Gerrits, Austin Spencer, Geoff Masotti, Brendan Hummelen, Rebecca Alexander, Elaine Plewes, Ryan MacLaughlan, Madeleine Ferguson, Jessica Pettifer, Shannon Harvey, Mike Hensel, Ahmad Abu Sharkh, Kurt Vendrig. Bottom row, from left to right: Craig Kryslak, Brendan Walton, Janet Bherer, Katherine Rentsch, Sarah O’Neill, Ariane Stewart, Nick Constantin, Garry Bhattal [not pictured: Mark Brennan]

Collingwood, ON – C.F. Crozier & Associates Inc. (Crozier), a leading consulting firm in the land development and building industry, today announces the addition of 22 new employee shareholders – the largest addition in Crozier’s history, as the company continues to undergo expansion and diversify its client service capabilities.

“As an employee-owned company, we’re pleased to welcome a record number of Crozier employees as new shareholders,” said Chris Crozier, Founder and CEO, Crozier. “With the addition of these newly named shareholders, we’re continuing on the path of strategic growth and dedication to delivering excellence and innovation in engineering and related services to our clients and community.”

The new Crozier employee shareholders hold positions across the company – from technical services including civil, environmental, transportation and landscape architecture to corporate services including finance, marketing and IT. Of the new shareholders, almost half are women and a third started their careers at Crozier, reinforcing the company’s commitment to foster professional development and growing careers from the ground up.

Launched in 2009, Crozier’s employee shareholder program is rooted in the firm’s values which are built upon an entrepreneurial, energetic, and caring culture. Ninety per cent of all current employee shareholders hold positions outside the executive level, providing employees across the company with enhanced opportunities to participate in the firm’s growth and future. Over the last two years, Crozier has doubled its staff across technical and corporate services – all at varying stages of their career, and plans to continue growing its employee shareholder program.

For more information, visit cfcrozier.ca and follow on , Twitter and Instagram . For current career opportunities, visit cfcrozier.ca/join-our-team/.

About C.F. Crozier & Associates Inc.

Crozier is an employee-owned, leading consulting engineering firm in the land development and building industry. Founded in 2004, Crozier’s growing team of over 300 professionals delivering civil, water resources, transportation, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering services, complemented by hydrogeology, environmental consulting, landscape architecture, and building science services. Headquartered in Collingwood, Ontario, with offices in Milton, Toronto, and Bradford, Crozier supports the private sector across Ontario by advancing residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, and First Nations projects. The company continues to diversify with complementary services and expanding its office presence geographically. To learn more about the company visit .

Treetops Brings Home Two 2014 OHBA Awards

Shannon Harvey — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 15:35:11 +0000

Congratulations from everyone at Crozier & Associates to our clients Cable Bridge Enterprises (Nottawasaga Resort and Briar Hill Homes) on their singular Treetops development which was recently recognized with both “Best Project Logo” and “The People’s Choice Prestige Award” at the 2014 Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) Awards of Distinction ceremonies in Ottawa.

Treetops, a “master-planned community” surrounded by a 45 acre protected greenspace in New Tecumseth and next door to the world-class facilities of the Nottawasaga Resort, invites homeowners to experience a unique “live beyond your backdoor” lifestyle. For more information on this amenity-rich neighbourhood with over 1,800 homes offered by premier builders – Brookfield Residential and Orchard Park Home, visit

Clockwise from left: Leslie Foerster, Paul Wratten, Rocco Lombardi, Ashley Noseworthy, and Dino Biffis with one of two OHBA awards won for Treetop

2014 Press Release – Treetops Takes Top Honours at OHBA Awards