Newest Recognition Reinforces BioTalent Canada’s Role as a National Leader in Workplace Excellence

OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BioTalent Canada, the national non-profit dedicated to strengthening Canada’s bio-economy workforce, has been named a 2025 Employer of Choice by Canadian HR Reporter (CHRR). This marks the first time BioTalent Canada has received this distinction, underscoring its commitment to building an inclusive, supportive and high-performing workplace that reflects the standards it advances across the country’s bio-economy.

“Earning this recognition affirms what has long been part of BioTalent Canada’s DNA: our people drive entrepreneurial success and industry impact,” says Rob Henderson, President and CEO of BioTalent Canada. “We strive to be a trusted source of labour market intelligence and a partner to employers building strong, innovative teams that fuel growth in Canada’s bio-economy.”

The Employer of Choice 2025 designation is awarded based on a two-step assessment combining direct employee feedback and an organization's submission. Employers are evaluated against key factors such as workforce engagement, diversity and inclusion, professional development, workplace culture, flexible work arrangements, and wellness initiatives. To qualify, organizations must achieve an employee satisfaction rating of at least 75 percent.

“We have strived to focus on flexible work options and skills development and career growth to nurture an environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to contribute,” adds Sylvia Monteiro, Manager, People and Culture at BioTalent Canada. “This recognition shows that our culture is thriving, and we are walking the talk on workplace excellence.”

BioTalent Canada’s recognition as an Employer of Choice reflects its ongoing leadership in supporting Canadian bio-economy employers, particularly SMEs that often operate without dedicated HR teams. By providing practical onboarding courses designed to close skill gaps and free employer resources that offer actionable hiring insights, BioTalent Canada helps organizations build strong, effective teams.

By modelling best practices internally and externally, BioTalent Canada continues to set a benchmark for workplace standards prioritizing inclusivity, innovation and long-term sustainability.

Rob Henderson is available for comment.

About BioTalent Canada
BioTalent Canada supports the people behind life-changing science. Trusted as the go-to source for labour market intelligence, BioTalent Canada guides bio-economy contributors with evidence-based data and industry-driven standards. BioTalent Canada, as a workforce development council, is focused on igniting the industry’s brainpower, bridging the gap between job-ready talent and employers, and ensuring the long-term agility, resiliency, and sustainability of one of Canada’s most vital sectors.

BioTalent Canada has received varied distinctions following a thorough and independent analysis of the organization. By practicing the same industry standards it recommends to partners, the organization has been honored with the following titles:

• Great Place to Work^® since 2019 and one of the Best Workplaces in Healthcare for 2023 by Great Place to Work Canada^®
• The Best Leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the 2024 Best Ottawa Business Awards
• 2024 Collaboration Catalyst by Magnet Network
• One of Canada’s Best Places to Work by HRD Canada for 2024
• 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Employer by Canadian HR Reporter since 2023
• Employer of Choice by Canadian HR Reporter for 2025

For more information, visit biotalent.ca.

To learn more about BioTalent Canada’s commitment to workplace excellence and how employers can achieve similar recognition, visit the I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employer™ program page.