Specsavers Canada has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for 2026 by Great Place To Work Institute, the global authority on workplace culture. Ranking fifth on the list of organizations with 1,000+ employees, the recognition reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to building an exceptional workplace culture as it continues to expand its presence across the country.
“Since joining the Canadian team, I’ve been struck by the genuine pride and passion our people bring to their work every day,” said Jane Hoban, Managing Director, Specsavers Canada. “Being recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces is a testament to the incredible culture that has been built here – and a strong foundation as we continue to grow and bring quality, accessible eyecare to more Canadians.”
For this year’s ranking of Canada’s Best Workplaces, Specsavers employees ranked the organization highest around workplace pride, with ninety-three per cent of survey participants saying they are proud to tell others they work at Specsavers. Additionally, Specsavers employees noted that their work carries special meaning, that customers would rate the service they deliver as excellent, and that they feel good about the ways the company contributes to the community – with all scores surpassing the Top 10 benchmark.
A History of Workplace Excellence
This recognition builds on a strong track record of workplace excellence. In 2025, Specsavers ranked 11th on the Canada’s Best Workplaces list as the highest-ranked retailer in the over 1,000 employee category and received the Respect Award for its commitment to fostering collaboration and care among its team. That same year, Specsavers was named among the World’s Best Workplaces for the second consecutive year, placing 12th globally and ranking as the top retailer on the list. The company has also been recognized amongst Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces for Young Talent, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Team, Best Workplaces for Retail and Hospitality, Best Workplaces for Giving Back and Best Workplaces in BC.
“The competition to achieve the designation of Best Workplaces in Canada is fierce, with more than 900 companies competing. The only way to be recognized is to invest in an exceptional employee experience, and have this focus permeate every part of the organization,” said Nancy Fonseca, Senior Vice President of Client Services, Great Place To Work Canada.
The 2026 Best Workplaces in Canada list is compiled by Great Place To Work Institute. The rankings reflect the quality and consistency of the workplace experience across all teams and roles, evaluated by the Great Place To Work Trust Index employee survey. This study provides a comprehensive snapshot of organizational culture, drawing on the feedback and sentiment of more than 600,000 Canadian workers.
