OTTAWA,ON-Export Development Canada (EDC) was recognized as one of Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers for 2017, identifying it as an employer of choice that helps employees balance work and family obligations.

The recognition is awarded as part of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers project, which distinguishes Canadian employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. EDC was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2017.

“At EDC, we aim to create conditions in which employees can achieve the work-life balance that works for them. Whether it is by providing on-site workout facilities or allowing for special leave for volunteering, we know that contributing to our employees’ health and well-being will only make them more productive for the benefit of our customers,” said Stephanie Butt Thibodeau, Senior Vice-President, Human Resources, EDC. “EDC sees the value of that investment every day when our talented, committed and fully engaged employees come into work with a real desire to thrive, excel, and help EDC achieve its goals.”

The ranking was released by Mediacorp Canada Inc., a specialty publisher of employment-related periodicals, on Canada Newswire.

As part of its evaluation of EDC, Mediacorp Inc. highlighted a number of programs and initiatives EDC offers to address specific work-life balance issues unique to our industry. EDC was recognized for offering a generous vacation allowance and health plan to all employees, as well as academic scholarships to children of employees who are interested in pursuing post-secondary education in international business.

EDC helps Canadian companies go, grow, and succeed in their international business. As a financial Crown corporation, EDC provides financing, insurance, bonding, trade knowledge, and matchmaking connections to help Canadian companies sell and invest abroad. EDC can also provide financial solutions to foreign buyers to facilitate and grow purchases from Canadian companies.