For the second year running, Riva has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers, marking yet another milestone in our journey of fostering an exceptional work environment. Building on our successes from 2023, this year’s award solidifies Riva’s position among the nation’s elite employers.
This is Riva’s second award this year, following the recognition as one of Alberta’s Top 80 Employers.
Consistent Excellence: Two Years Among Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers
Adding to our 2023 achievements, Riva is once again proud to be named among Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers. This consecutive recognition highlights our dedication to maintaining a workplace culture that nurtures growth, values diversity, and prioritizes employee well-being.
Investing in Growth: Empowering Our Team
In the meticulous evaluation process by the Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers panel, Riva’s standout performance across various categories, such as work atmosphere, community involvement, and performance management, garnered notable attention. This year, our commitment to fostering personal and professional growth stood out, earning us special recognition.
Riva’s dedication to employee development is exemplified through our generous tuition subsidies, enabling our team members to pursue external coursework and attain professional credentials. Aldo Zanoni, our CEO, emphasizes the significance of this investment, stating, “We hire people for their integrity, expertise, and curiosity. When they demonstrate their commitment to continuous learning, they simply confirm the enthusiasm we see during the hiring process. The return on investment is enormous.”
Prioritizing Wellness: A Holistic Approach
Judges also highlighted Riva’s unwavering focus on employee wellness as a pivotal factor in our award win. Our benefits plan includes a fully discretionary health spending account, ensuring our employees have the resources they need for their well-being.
Furthermore, our internal events and initiatives integrate eight dimensions of wellness, providing holistic benefits that extend beyond traditional healthcare. Aldo Zanoni acknowledges the efforts of our human resources team, stating, “Well-being is as essential to individual and workplace success as food and shelter. My hat is off to our human resources team for their efforts to prioritize and promote the holistic health of our incredible workforce. They’re tireless in their commitment to the people responsible for our success.”
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, we remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and supportive workplace. Riva’s success is a reflection of the dedication and talent of our team members, whose contributions propel us forward year after year.
About Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers, and Alberta’s Top 80 Employers
Canada’s Top 100 Employers is an annual editorial competition that recognizes the best places in Canada to work. First held in 1999, the project aims to single out the employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional working conditions and progressive human resources policies.
Now in its tenth year, Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers—a subcategory of Canada’s Top 100 Employers—is an editorial competition recognizing the small and medium enterprises responsible for creating the nation’s best workplaces and most forward-thinking human resources policies. First published in 2006, Alberta’s Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This special designation recognizes the Alberta employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
Learn more about the evaluation process here.