Top Employer: Schneider Electric Canada Inc.

Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025) and Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Kristina Leung, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Nov 14, 2024)

Here are some of the reasons why Schneider Electric Canada Inc. was selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025) and Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2025):

Schneider Electric Canada supports ongoing employee development with generous tuition subsidies (to $13,000 per course) -- additionally, its online Open Talent Market career portal offers resources to help employees plan their career paths and match their skills, talents and career objectives to projects, mentors and new jobs within the company
Schneider Electric Canada starts new employees with 3.8 weeks of paid vacation (moving to 4.4 weeks after just five years at the job) and manages the Recharge Break program that lets employees purchase up to 12 weeks of extra paid leave time, as well as a personal days purchase program (up to five days each year)
Schneider Electric Canada supports numerous charitable and community initiatives through its dedicated charitable foundation -- and encourages employees to provide feedback on which initiatives to support and get involved with through paid volunteer time and matching charitable donations, to $25 for every one volunteer hour

Schneider Electric Canada employees participate in the Habitat for Humanity stair climb

Employer Background

Industry	Industrial automation and controls
Established in Canada	1836
Publicly traded	yes
Parent company	Schneider Electric SAS
Parent company head office	Rueil-Malmaison, France
Major Canadian locations	Richmond BC, Victoria BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Mississauga ON, Montréal QC
Full-time employees in Canada	2,118
Part-time employees in Canada	37
Full-time employees worldwide	137,160
Workforce engaged on a contract basis	1.48%
Average age of employees in Canada	44 years
Longest serving employee	43 years

Work Environment Rating: A+

Flexible work options	hybrid work option, flexible work hours, telecommuting, compressed work week
Commuter amenities	walk to public transit, free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, secure/sheltered bicycle parking
Onsite workplace features	head office is comprised of an office tower and a custom-built manufacturing facility, sit-stand workstations, private phone booth, nap room, religious observance room, self-serve lunchroom, outdoor patio
Employee lounge amenities	comfortable seating, television, foosball table, board games, break room with new booths, tables, and chairs, book shelves (with donated books from employees), dedicated wellness room (for onsite massage, etc.), market-style cafeteria with healthy sandwiches, vegetables, fruits and snacks
Onsite fitness facility	for employees only, free membership, treadmills, stationary bikes, stairmasters, elliptical trainers, rowing machines, weights, shower facilities, television, yoga mats, resistance bands, bench, universal gym machine

Work Atmosphere & Communications Rating: B

Financial Benefits & Compensation Rating: A+

Outside salary surveys	participates in outside salary surveys every 24 months
Employee salary reviews	individual salaries are reviewed every 12 months
Long-term savings	defined-contribution (DC) pension
Long-term planning	retirement planning assistance, phased-in retirement work options
Share purchase plan	available to all employees
Year-end bonuses	available to all employees
Referral bonuses (max)	new employee referral bonuses (up to $5,000) for some positions
Signing bonuses	available for some positions
Additional financial benefits	corporate discount program (e.g. retail, services, travel, etc.), discounted home insurance, discounted auto insurance, discounted company products includes AV equipment and home management technology (including smart plugs, thermostats, security camera systems and sensors)

Health & Family-Friendly Benefits Rating: B+

Health plan premium	as part of the health plan, the employer pays up to 90% of the premiums
Flexible coverage	health plan is flexible with adjustable premiums and coverage levels
Minimum hours worked for coverage	20 hours per week
Waiting period	there is no waiting period for coverage
Family coverage option	yes
Retiree coverage option	up to 65 years of age
Dental coverage	routine, restorative, orthodontics
Eyecare	$250 every 2 years
Paid sick days	employees receive 10 days off each year
Health plan includes	traditional coverage (e.g. prescription drugs), employee assistance (EAP) plan, semi-private hospital room, physiotherapy, medical travel insurance, medical equipment and supplies, massage therapy, podiatrist, osteopathy, chiropractor, alternative coverage (e.g. acupuncture, naturopathy), virtual healthcare services
Mental health practitioner benefit	up to $2,000 each year
Wellness spending account	up to $500 each year
In vitro fertilization (IVF)	$10,000 per lifetime
Maternity top-up (mothers)	up to 100% of salary for 20 weeks
Parental top-up (fathers)	up to 100% of salary for 4 weeks
Adoption top-up	up to 100% of salary for 20 weeks
Additional family-friendly benefits	extended parental leave to unpaid leave, phased-in return to work for new parents, compassionate top-up to 100% of salary for 2 weeks, academic scholarships of up to $3,000 per child

Vacation & Personal Time-Off Rating: A+

Vacation allowance	new employees receive 3.8 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job
Vacation jump	vacation increases after 5 years of employment
Maximum vacation allowance	employees move to a maximum of 5.8 weeks of vacation over their career
Previous experience	considers previous work experience when setting annual vacation for new employees
Unpaid leave maximum	3 months
Additional time-off information	employees move to 4.4 weeks of paid vacation after 5 years on the job, and to 5 weeks of vacation after 10 years of employment, personal time off purchase program (employees can purchase 3 to 5 days for the following calendar year), formal Recharge Break program that offers employees the chance to buy 1 to 2 weeks of additional time off annually (these weeks can be added to a savings plan or for a self-funded leave of absence, from 6 to 12 weeks in duration)

Employee Engagement & Performance Rating: A+

Employee performance reviews	employees receive individual performance reviews every 12 months
Managers receive performance review training	yes
360° feedback option	as part of the review process, performance feedback is also solicited from co-workers and other managers familiar with each employee's work
Confidential employee feedback	employees can also provide confidential feedback on their manager's performance
Exit interview	exit interview option is available for departing employees
Performance recognition	online recognition platform, individual performance bonuses, on-the-spot rewards, peer-to-peer recognition awards, long-service awards, tailored and unique rewards (e.g. travel)
In-house survey period	in-house surveys are conducted every 12 months
Outside survey period	outside consultant surveys are held every 12 months

Training & Skills Development Rating: A+

Career planning	in-house career planning services, online employee skills inventory
In-house training initiatives	apprenticeship/skilled trades programs, mentoring, in-house training, online training, leadership development programs, paid internships, subsidies for professional accreditation, mentoring to transfer retirees' skills
Annual tuition maximum	employer pays up to $13,000 in tuition subsidies for job-related courses per year
Unrelated tuition maximum	employer pays up to $13,000 in tuition subsidies per year for courses unrelated to current position
Education leave	educational leaves of absence are available
Financial bonuses for course completions	yes
Unique training & development programs	tuition maximum is $13,000 per course (no lifetime maximum), online career portal (Open Talent Market) provides resources to help employees plan their career development, matching employee talents and career objectives to projects, and find mentors and new jobs within the company)

Community Involvement Rating: A+

Scope of charitable involvement	local, national, international
Employee charitable involvement	employees are involved in selection of charities, employees receive paid time off to volunteer, (up to 3 paid days)
Total employee volunteer hours (on company time)	over 2,070 hours last year
Total number of charities supported last year	approximately 167 charitable and community organizations were supported last year
Some of the community organizations supported	Habitat for Humanity, Tree Canada, Indigenous Clean Energy, Food Banks, United Way, Ride for The Cure.
Charitable giving	matches employee donations, matches employee volunteer hours with company donations
Community highlight	Schneider Electric Canada's charitable program is managed through its dedicated charitable foundation and is focused on four key pillars, including sustainability; diversity and inclusion; STEM education; and well-being.

Recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2025):

By Kristina Leung, Chantel Watkins, and Cypress Weston, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Jan 20, 2025)

Here are some of the reasons why Schneider Electric Canada Inc. was selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2025):

Schneider Electric Canada's Pulse program invites early-career staff to participate in experiential learning opportunities, working together in teams to review and provide creative ideas to address issues in the workplace or business -- throughout the year, teams have support from sponsors and present their ideas to senior leadership on a regular basis for feedback
Schneider Electric Canada manages a rotational graduate development program that provides exposure to multiple areas of the business over a three-year period -- participants receive challenging work assignments, dedicated professional development and training opportunities, and opportunities to engage with the senior leadership team
Schneider Electric Canada recently launched a three-month DPAC Field Experience Academy for employees to gain exposure to field work -- developed based on a '3E' (education, exposure, and experience) learning approach, program participants take on a robust curriculum, spending one of every 10 days working in the Academy learning about hardware, engaging in online training through the Learning Portal, and gaining hands-on experience

Schneider Electric Canada employees attend an industry event at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Highlights

Industry	Industrial automation and controls
Major Canadian locations	Richmond BC, Victoria BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Mississauga ON, Montréal QC
Full-time employees in Canada	2,118
Student opportunities	summer jobs, co-op opportunities, paid internships
In-house training programs	orientation program, in-house training, online training, in-house career planning services, online employee skills inventory, mentoring, leadership training, apprenticeship/skilled trades programs
Annual tuition maximum	employer pays up to $13,000 in tuition subsidies for job-related courses per year
Unique training and development opportunities	country leadership program (mid-career action learning program) where teams work to design innovative solutions to a real business challenge, 24-month field service representative training and apprenticeship program for electrical engineer technicians and technologists, 12-month sales operational rotational program, Project Management Shadowing program in partnership with the Women in Schneider Electric employee resource group (opportunity for employees to gain exposure to the project management field and direct customer-facing project management activities in a cross functional environment)
Additional highlights	conducts workshops on topics including interview preparation, resume building, and overcoming barriers as females working in STEM (to name a few), Go Green in the City contest (global business case challenge for students to solve real-life challenges within energy management), sponsor of First Robotics student competition, coaching group for early-career women to promote equal opportunity for leadership roles (1-year program, each cohort is supported by a certified executive coach who hosts regular group and individual sessions), Open Talent Market career development and inner mobility platform (uses artificial intelligence to match employees talents and aspirations to projects, mentors, and full-time roles)
Dedicated employee resource group	nationwide Emerging Professionals Network to help early-career staff develop skills, network with colleagues, engage with leadership and gain exposure to all levels of the organization
Vacation allowance	new employees receive 3.8 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job

Recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Chantel Watkins, and Sonja Verpoort, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Apr 21, 2025)

Here are some of the reasons why Schneider Electric Canada Inc. was selected as one of Canada's Greenest Employers (2025):

Schneider Electric Canada's early green teams have evolved to become part of the significantly more comprehensive Site Sustainability Ambassador Program, with employee ambassadors located at all major locations across the country
Schneider Electric Canada's line of business ensures that it is uniquely placed to demonstrate an environmental energy vision that includes a zero-impact goal achieved through reductions, along with the development and adoption of its own technology -- the company has operated three “zero CO2” sites since 2022 that save approximately 77 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere annually

Schneider Electric Canada employees celebrate the grand opening of the organization's innovation lab

Highlights

Industry	Industrial automation and controls
Major Canadian locations	Richmond BC, Victoria BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Mississauga ON, Montréal QC
Full-time employees in Canada	2,118
Part-time employees in Canada	37
Employee green team	sustainability ambassadors
Senior executive who oversees initiatives	VP Sustainability, Strategic Initiatives & Innovation - Canada; Canada Safety, Environmental & Sustainability Lead
Formal strategy/policy name	energy policy (environmental vision to work towards a zero-impact goal through reductions and the development and adoption of its own technology)
Publishes sustainability report	yes
Green highlights	major locations actively use the company's technology, including Schneider Electric’s HVAC controls, building automation systems, variable frequency drives, and energy monitoring software
Noteworthy initiatives	Manages three “zero CO2” sites (saving 77 tonnes of CO2 per year), each of the company's 20 plus sites across Canada are being optimized to monitor and manage energy use using the company's digital monitoring technology (major sites are closely monitored by a team that meets monthly to ensure the company reaches its energy saving targets: a 59 per cent reduction in energy use in 18 years for all North American sites)
Building footprint includes	electric vehicle charging stations, LED lighting and motion sensors
Commuter amenities	walk to public transit, secure/sheltered bicycle parking

The Career Directory

Schneider Electric Canada Inc. has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.

Employees at Schneider Electric Canada

Highlights for New Grads

Industry	Industrial automation and controls
Full-time employees in Canada	1,001 to 2,500
Parent company	Schneider Electric SAS
Parent company head office	Rueil-Malmaison, France
Major Canadian locations	Richmond BC, Victoria BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Mississauga ON, Montréal QC
Student opportunities	paid internships, summer jobs, co-op opportunities
Training	subsidies for professional accreditation, orientation program, online training, in-house training, mentoring, in-house career planning services, leadership training
Annual tuition maximum	employer pays up to $13,000 in tuition subsidies for job-related courses per year
Other info for new grads	Schneider Electric Canada manages a 2-year rotational Commercial Leadership program.
Typical new grad positions	Quotations Specialist, Marketing Specialist, Sales Representative
Starting salary	$60K to $70K
Work benefits	health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting, employees receive paid time off to volunteer
Vacation allowance	new employees receive 3.8 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job

Academic fields recruited

Bachelor of Arts
- Business
- Human Resources
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration
- Human Resources
- Marketing
Bachelor of Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical
- Mechanical
Master of Business Administration
- Human Resources
- Marketing
Master of Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical
- Mechanical

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McGill University

McMaster University

Polytechnique Montréal

Toronto Metropolitan University

University of Alberta

University of British Columbia

University of Calgary

University of Toronto

University of Victoria

University of Waterloo

Employee social committee name	Employee Resource Networks (est. 2012)
Past social events	variety of in-person and virtual events, including holiday parties, team-building activities, wellness initiatives, volunteer programs, cultural awareness events, and more
Cultural aspects	business-casual dress daily, dress-for-your-day policy, casual dress (e.g. jeans) daily, music while working, can bring pets to work when needed, employee sports teams, organized social activities for retirees
Employee communications	intranet site, company newsletter, traditional/email suggestion box, internal social media

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Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025) and Greater Toronto's Top Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Kristina Leung, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Nov 14, 2024)

Employer Background

Work Environment Rating: A+

Work Atmosphere & Communications Rating: B

Financial Benefits & Compensation Rating: A+

Health & Family-Friendly Benefits Rating: B+

Vacation & Personal Time-Off Rating: A+

Employee Engagement & Performance Rating: A+

Training & Skills Development Rating: A+

Community Involvement Rating: A+

Recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2025):

By Kristina Leung, Chantel Watkins, and Cypress Weston, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Jan 20, 2025)

Highlights

Recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers (2025):

By Richard Yerema and Chantel Watkins, and Sonja Verpoort, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Apr 21, 2025)

Highlights

The Career Directory

Schneider Electric Canada Inc. has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.

Highlights for New Grads

Academic fields recruited

Recruits at these schools

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