Toronto Hydro Named One of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2011
TORONTO, Oct. 15 /CNW/ - Toronto Hydro Corporation ("Toronto Hydro") is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2011, as chosen by Mediacorp Canada Inc. and published in The Globe and Mail.
"This honour is a reflection of the talent and energy of our team," said Anthony Haines, President and Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Hydro Corporation. "At Toronto Hydro, we take pride in fostering leadership and teamwork focussing on excellent customer service, and above all, providing our employees with a safe and productive workplace."
This year the competition saw 2,750 applicants from across Canada seeking recognition. Employers were reviewed on eight key areas: Physical Workplace; Work Atmosphere & Social; Health, Financial & Family Benefits; Vacation & Time Off; Employee Communications; Performance Management; Training & Skills Development; and Community Involvement. Top picks are recognized as employers that lead their industries in attracting and retaining top talent.
Earlier this year, Toronto Hydro was also named one of "Canada's Greenest Employers"; a list that celebrates exceptional employers that have been successful at integrating environmental values as part of their corporate culture. The utility was recognized for its many earth-friendly initiatives, including conservation, recycling, and tree planting programs.
To learn more about why Toronto Hydro was selected as one of Canada's leading employers visit http://www.eluta.ca/top-employer-toronto-hydro
About Toronto Hydro
Toronto Hydro Corporation is a holding company, which wholly-owns two principal subsidiaries:
- Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited - which distributes electricity and engages in Conservation and Demand Management ("CDM") activities; and
- Toronto Hydro Energy Services Inc. - which provides street lighting services.
The principal business of the Corporation and its subsidiaries is the distribution of electricity by Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited. Toronto Hydro-Electric System owns and operates an electricity distribution system, which delivers electricity to approximately 696,000 customers located in the City of Toronto. It is the largest municipal electricity distribution company in Canada and distributes approximately 18% of the electricity consumed in Ontario.
For further information:
Denise Attallah, Toronto Hydro
[email protected]
W: 416.542.2636
C: 416.902.9437
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