Employee Trust Index establishes Bunzl Canada as an exceptional Canadian workplace

BURLINGTON, ON – December 18, 2024 – Bunzl Canada is excited to announce that it has been awarded the Great Place to Work^TM certification, recognizing employers who exceed standards of employee satisfaction compared to typical Canadian workplaces. Bunzl Canada has successfully cultivated a vibrant workplace, buzzing with opportunities for learning, supportive camaraderie, and a team-based approach to growth and success that it attributes to its focus on talent development, diversity and culture-building.

Great Place to Work Certification^TM showcases employers who create an outstanding employee experience and a positive, inclusive workplace culture. Certification includes the Trust Index™ Employee Survey which provides an in-depth analysis of the company’s culture strengths and opportunities through candid employee feedback about the business’ work culture. This indicates the level of trust that employees have with leadership, and their overall satisfaction with working at Bunzl and their team.

“We have worked hard in all of our businesses in Canada to create a work environment where everyone feels valued and shares our commitment to delivering service excellence for our customers,” said Bunzl Canada’s President, John Howlett. “That includes investing significant time and effort into improving what we do, how we do it and how we communicate with our employees.”

Bunzl Canada’s approach to putting its people first reflects the values of the Bunzl organization globally, particularly the belief that motivated people result in happy customers.

Great Place to Work Certification™ is an accreditation that demonstrates a company is an employer of choice while helping them become an even better workplace through the second step in the process: reporting, analysis and identification of continuous improvement opportunities. The program is aligned with Bunzl’s global investments in talent development, employee health and wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion, and sustainability programs in North America and around the world.

“Creating a welcoming and supportive workplace culture is a top priority for Bunzl Canada. We are thrilled that our employees’ feedback confirms we’ve been successful in doing that,” said Jenny Lawson, Director, Human Resources.

Bunzl Canada continues to improve its ability to create value for customers through a skilled and highly engaged workforce. A wide range of initiatives have been implemented to advance the company’s position as an employer of choice, including a new employee communication program, the introduction of several new employee training programs and development events, and its employee and company-driven social sustainability initiative, BUNZL FOR BETTER.

“It’s the dedication, commitment, and the exceptional work our people deliver each and every day for our customers that make Bunzl so successful,” said Howlett. “There is nothing more important to me then to ensure we continue the great work we’ve been doing, building a positive, inclusive workplace culture, embracing diversity, recognizing and supporting individual potential, and celebrating and rewarding success.”

BURLINGTON, ON – December 19, 2023 – Bunzl Canada is pleased to announce its third annual Week of Giving, in partnership with Food Banks Canada, to provide much needed personal care, hygiene and safety products to foodbanks across Canada during one of the most critical times of the year.

Last week, Bunzl Canada’s Cleaning & Hygiene and R3 Redistribution businesses delivered 16 pallets stocked with non-food essentials, including toilet and tissue products, hand soap and sanitizer and other cleaning products to Food Banks Canada for distribution to food banks across the country. Many of the products donated are critical to keeping families healthy during winter – the height of cold and flu season. However, for many Canadians in need, the expense of these necessary products often presents the unfortunate choice between health and personal hygiene or putting food on the table.

“2023 has been a challenging year for many Canadians, as economic pressures and inflation have exacerbated issues such as food insecurity and homelessness,” said John Howlett, President of Bunzl Canada. “At the heart of our business philosophy, culture, and values is the dedication to give back to our communities by supporting these organizations in their exceptional efforts. These values are a common thread among our employees and our customers.”

Bunzl Canada is an enthusiastic participant in a wide range of other community events across the country. This year, Bunzl continued its partnership with Food Banks Canada through financial and food donations and rallied corporate partners to donate more than 27,000 rolls of toilet tissue and other paper products as part of its National Toilet Paper Day initiative.

In May, Bunzl Canada delivered necessary cleaning and hygiene products to 1,500 evacuees impacted by wildfires in Alberta and Northwest Territories. Bunzl Canada also partnered with Alberta Avenue Community Care to build a community scale, solar-powered greenhouse, providing an Edmonton community with fresh, year-round produce. In July, the company held its 23^rd Annual b.r.a.i.n.child golf tournament to fund pediatric brain tumour research at Hospital for Sick Children, which has raised over $1.75 million to date.

“We’re thrilled to have completed our third annual Week of Giving. Bunzl Canada is made up of local businesses with longstanding connections to the communities we serve,” said Margo Hunnisett, Vice President of Marketing and Communications. “This event highlights our commitment to investing in and participating actively in our communities across the country.”

BURLINGTON, ON – November 22, 2023 – Bunzl Canada is excited to announce that Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene has been awarded the Great Place to Work certification, recognizing employers who exceed standards of employee satisfaction compared to typical Canadian workplaces. Through making talent development, diversity and culture a top priority, Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene has successfully cultivated a vibrant workplace buzzing with opportunities for learning, supportive camaraderie, and a team-based approach to growth and success.

Great Place to Work Certification^TM showcases employers who create an outstanding employee experience and a positive, inclusive workplace culture. Certification has two steps, starting with the Trust Index™ Employee Survey that provides an in-depth analysis of the company’s culture strengths and weaknesses through candid employee feedback about the business’ work culture.

“We work hard to create a work environment where everyone feels valued and shares our commitment to delivering service excellence for our customers,” said Brock Tully, Vice President, Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene. “We’ve taken a lot of time to focus on improving what we do and how we do it to create a welcoming and supportive workplace culture, and we are thrilled that our employees’ feedback confirms we’ve been successful in doing that.”

Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene has a proven track record of supporting its employees and striving for excellence under Tully’s leadership. The company’s approach to putting its people first reflects the values of the Bunzl organization globally, particularly the belief that motivated people result in happy customers.

Great Place to Work Certification™ is an accreditation that demonstrates a company is an employer of choice while helping them become an even better workplace through the second step in the process: reporting, analysis and identification of continuous improvement opportunities. The program is aligned with Bunzl’s global investments in talent development, employee health and wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion, and sustainability programs in North America and around the world.

Bunzl Canada continues to improve its ability to create value for customers through a skilled and highly engaged workforce. A wide range of initiatives have been implemented to advance the company’s position as an employer of choice, including the launch of the company’s global employer brand through the recent release of the We Believe Canadian video. Other initiatives include a new employee communication program, the development of a bilingual employee intranet, the introduction of several new employee training programs, employee development events and more.

“The dedication, commitment, and the exceptional work our people do each and every day for our customers is what makes Bunzl successful,” said Bunzl Canada’s President, John Howlett. “So, there’s nothing more important to me then ensuring we continue the great work we’ve been doing, building a positive, inclusive workplace culture, embracing diversity, recognizing and supporting individual potential, and celebrating and rewarding success.”

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On August 17, Bunzl Canada proudly awarded its annual Bunzl Canada Scholarship – a program dedicated to promoting academic merit and fostering the pursuit of higher education of its employees’ children.

A committee of Canadian university and college representatives selected Julianna Squires as the deserving recipient of the 2023 Bunzl Canada Scholarship. Julianna is the daughter of Judy Squires, Bunzl Cleaning and Hygiene’s Customer Service Manager in Toronto.

Upon receiving the award, Julianna expressed her gratitude and shared her perspective on the importance of this scholarship for her future:

“Being awarded the Bunzl Canada Scholarship is a tremendous boost as I enter into McMaster’s Life Science program,” said Julianna. “As I work towards professional school and a career in healthcare, this scholarship serves as a steppingstone, not only fostering academic excellence but also nurturing the skills and experiences necessary for my future success in making a meaningful contribution to healthcare.”

The Bunzl Canada Scholarship Program is administered by Scholarship Partners Canada (SPC), which is an independent, non-profit organization that administers the scholarship on behalf of Bunzl Canada. The SPC committee evaluated eligible recipients based on academic performance, extracurricular activities or volunteer/community involvement, the quality of their reference letters.

“With the resources and opportunities this scholarship provides, I can actively engage in research, extracurricular activities, and gain a well-rounded education,” said Julianna. “This financial support paves the way for immersive learning, removing some financial barriers and allowing me to focus entirely on my studies.”

Bunzl Canada recognizes the importance of supporting the next generation of learners, especially those who are keen on making a meaningful impact in fields like healthcare.

“Thank you, Bunzl Canada, for supporting University Students and playing a part in me working towards my dreams,” Julianna added.

This fall, Julianna will begin her post-secondary journey in McMaster University’s Life Sciences program. The scholarship serves not only as a testament to her achievements, but also as an investment in a future where she is primed to make significant contributions.

On behalf of all Bunzl Canada employees, we congratulate Julianna on her accomplishments, and we look forward to seeing her grow and excel in her chosen field.