Putting customers at the centre of what we do is our company’s vision, and it’s our people who make it possible.
Our purpose is to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. It's the driving force behind everything we do, and we do it best by working together.
In February, Forbes released their Canada’s Best Employers list. Organization rankings came after surveying more than 10,000 Canadians who work for businesses with at least 500 employees. The respondents rated how likely they’d recommend their employer to others. Corporate social responsibility, community impact and inclusive culture were key survey factors.
13,406 employees and 19,290 distribution associates supporting our customers
employees hired across Canada
in salaries, commissions, and taxes
Fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
Creating a diverse and inclusive company to fully meet the expectations of Canadians begins with our people. We believe we must reflect the communities we serve. We must ensure our employees feel valued and supported for who they are, so that everyone has the chance to excel.
To learn about some of our diversity and inclusion initiatives and some of the events our employee resource groups have hosted, read our 2023 Public Accountability Statement.
Volunteering provides a sense of purpose and creates connections within our communities. Committing a small amount of time and energy can make a big difference. At Canada Life, we encourage employees to volunteer within their communities and get involved with causes that are important to them and their families.
We’re pleased to recognize our employees’ efforts by providing financial support to the charities they care about, making their impact go even further. We recognize their leadership, commitment and contributions as caring members of communities across Canada.
in community volunteer grants awarded to charitable organizations where employees volunteer.
raised by 53 corporate teams. We augmented their efforts through corporate contributions of more than $800,000.
United Way Centraide
Our annual United Way Centraide workplace campaign brings our employees together to help create a lasting impact where we live and work. From Oct. 16 to Nov. 6, we raised more than $1.9 million. To top it of, Canada Life made a corporate donation of over $1.8 million. That means, in total, we contributed more than $3.7 million to United Ways across Canada in 2023.
To learn about how our employees engage in the community, read our 2023 Public Accountability Statement.
From providing financial support for community initiatives, to positively impacting the world around us, we’re showcasing our efforts to support and guide Canadians and their families through all of life’s journeys.
2023 Public Accountability Statement
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