Edward Jones Named One of the GTA's Best Employers

Edward Jones in top 10 for the second year in a row

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 19 /CNW/ - Financial services firm Edward Jones was named to the No. 9 spot on the second annual "Best Employers in the Greater Toronto Area" list by the Toronto Star.

"The hard work and excellent client service provided by our associates across the country is what motivates us. We are honoured to be ranked by those who drive us to succeed as one of the Best Employers in the Greater Toronto Area," says Gary Reamey, principal of the Mississauga-based Edward Jones Canada. "This acknowledgement reinforces our focus on partnership as we strive to be a great workplace for our teams of financial advisors, branch office administrators and home office associates who all play an integral role in helping our clients achieve their long-term financial goals."

The ranking will appear in the November 20 issue of the Toronto Star. The study was conducted by Aon Hewitt and Queen's University School of Business.  Detailed questionnaires were distributed to associates, a comprehensive human resources practices survey was completed by the firm, and a leadership team survey was completed by top firm executives. Aon Hewitt also examined how closely associates' and leaders' goals are aligned, and whether workplace practices and programs reinforce that corporate vision. The main factor of the ranking is high employee engagement.

"Through our branch offices located around the GTA and Canada we aim to provide the best possible experience for our clients through practical one-on-one conservative investment advice," Reamey adds.  "To have all associates working towards the same goal of providing excellent service to our clients is one of the key factors that makes Edward Jones a great place to work year-after-year."

About Edward Jones
Edward Jones is a full-service investment dealer with one of the largest branch networks in Canada. It is a member of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund, and a participating organization of the Toronto Stock Exchange. Including its affiliate, Edward Jones serves nearly 7 million individual investors in Canada and the U.S. from more than 11,000 locations.

Edward Jones is a limited partnership in Canada and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Edward D. Jones & Co., LP, a Missouri limited partnership. Edward D. Jones & Co., LP is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Jones Financial Companies, LLLP, a Missouri limited liability limited partnership.

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