World Vision Canada makes Canada's Top 100 Employers List

The Only NGO in Canada to be selected

TORONTO, Oct. 15 /CNW/ - World Vision celebrates its selection as one of the best employers in the country. This year we are the only non-governmental organization to join the ranks of many other well-known companies as an outstanding place to work.

As Canada's largest relief, development and advocacy organization supported by more than 600,000 Canadians, this is a reflection of our commitment to excellence. Effectiveness and efficiency is a top priority and we understand this is dependent on the general health and satisfaction of our employees. World Vision's core values include one centered on the importance of our people.

Also, as a child-focused organization, it is important for us to reflect our value and commitment for families here in Canada as much as we do for those in the field. By creating a positive work atmosphere that encourages better performance and skills development we can unite together to improve the well-being of children involved in and touched by our programs.

QUOTES

"By being a great place to work, we can attract and retain top-notch employees who in turn have great influence in improving the lives of children and communities we serve." —Charlie Guy, Vice President, People and Culture, World Vision Canada

"As a charity we are accountable to our donors, and this achievement is a reflection of our organizational commitment to strive for excellence in all that we do." —Michael Messenger, Executive Vice President, World Vision Canada

BACKGROUND
The Canada's Top 100 Employers project is a national competition to determine which employers offer exceptional workplaces for their employees. Judging was based on:

• Physical Workplace
• Work Atmosphere & Social
• Health, Financial & Family Benefits
• Vacation & Time Off
• Employee Communications
• Performance Management
• Training & Skills Development
• Community Involvement

Mediacorp examined over 75,000 employers across Canada and over 2,600 employers started this year's application process. The Top Employer Reception takes place on November 1 at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.

World Vision is a leading Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Inspired by our Christian values, we are dedicated to working with the world's most vulnerable people. We serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender.

For further information:

Julia Rim Shepard, 905-565-6200 x 2496, cell: 416-902-0716,
[email protected]