Hilti Canada recognized as Best Workplace in Canada

Words: Carla AndersonHilti Canada, a supplier of tools and fastening systems for the professional user, is being recognized as one of this year’s Best Workplaces in Canada by the Great Place to Work Institute. Great Place to Work Institute is a research and management consultancy with expertise on workplace transformation and a presence in 46 countries.

Ranking 16 on this year’s list of 50 Best Large and Multinational Workplaces in Canada, Hilti Canada was recognized with the special Credibility Award. This award is given to workplaces with a combined focus on building trust, culture and practices that make the day-to-day relationships with employees a great experience.

“We are excited to once again receive this recognition”, said Avi Kahn, president and general manager. “Being a great place to work is at the heart of our culture, so when we are appreciated by our team members and an organization like Great Place to Work, we appreciate that.”

The award to Hilti Canada is evidence of a strong culture and a reflection of the passion that employees bring to work every day. The commitment to shared values unites Hilti team members and fosters an environment in which innovation and teamwork thrive.

This year’s list received more than 300 nominations and more than 60,000 employees participated in the 2014 Best Workplaces in Canada survey.
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