MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Ryan, a prominent global tax services and software provider, has earned a spot on the 2026 list of Best Workplaces™ in Canada, marking the 14th consecutive year the firm has received this honor from Great Place To Work®. The recognition places Ryan at number 32 out of 100 in the category for organizations with 100 to 999 employees, highlighting the company's ongoing efforts to foster a positive employee experience.
The announcement comes as Ryan continues to expand its footprint across Canada, with more than 540 team members working in offices spanning Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan. This latest accolade underscores the firm's commitment to work-life balance and team member satisfaction, according to company officials. Great Place To Work®, the organization behind the list, bases its rankings on comprehensive employee feedback, ensuring a broad representation of workplace dynamics.
“Being named among the Best Workplaces in Canada for the 14th year is an outstanding achievement,” said Garry Round, President of Canadian Operations at Ryan. “This recognition reflects the passion and dedication our team members bring to work every day. As we continue to expand the Firm’s presence throughout Canada, we remain focused on attracting and retaining top talent because we know it’s our people that make Ryan such an exceptional place to work.”
Round's comments emphasize the human element behind Ryan's success, a theme that resonates in the firm's broader operations. Founded as a specialist in business taxes, Ryan has grown into the world's largest firm dedicated exclusively to this field, offering an integrated suite of services including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology solutions. These services operate on a multijurisdictional basis, covering federal, provincial, and international tax matters for clients worldwide.
The Great Place To Work Trust Index™ survey, which forms the backbone of the rankings, gathers input from over 640,000 Canadian workers annually. It assesses critical aspects of workplace culture, such as trust in leadership, levels of camaraderie among colleagues, and employee loyalty. The survey's design ensures diversity in responses, promoting an inclusive and equitable evaluation that captures experiences across all teams and roles.
For Ryan, the results provide a snapshot of its organizational culture, one built on principles of trust, respect, and opportunity. Company representatives note that this consistent high performance over 14 years is no accident but the result of deliberate strategies to enhance employee engagement. In an era where talent retention is a key challenge for professional services firms, such recognitions can serve as a powerful draw for prospective hires.
Ryan's Canadian operations are just one part of its global presence. The firm employs more than 7,100 professionals and associates who serve over 74,000 clients in more than 80 countries. Among these clients are many of the world's most prominent Global 5000 companies, relying on Ryan's expertise to navigate complex tax landscapes.
At the heart of Ryan's approach is the myRyan work environment, described by the company as the most innovative in the tax services industry. This dynamic platform empowers teams to deliver efficient, high-quality services, blending technology with multidisciplinary expertise. For Canadian employees, this translates to opportunities for professional growth in a supportive setting, contributing to the high satisfaction scores reflected in the Best Workplaces list.
The 2026 list, released recently, includes a diverse array of organizations from various sectors, all evaluated through the same rigorous lens. Great Place To Work® officials have stated that the survey's scale — drawing from hundreds of thousands of responses — offers a reliable measure of workplace excellence in Canada. Ryan's 32nd ranking in its employee size category positions it competitively among mid-sized firms, a group often facing unique challenges in scaling culture alongside growth.
Looking back, Ryan first joined the Best Workplaces list in 2013, and its unbroken streak since then speaks to sustained efforts in employee-centric policies. During this period, the firm has navigated economic shifts, including the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which heightened focus on remote work and mental health support. While specific internal policies aren't detailed in the announcement, the consistent rankings suggest adaptability in maintaining a strong workplace ethos.
In the broader Canadian business landscape, awards like this from Great Place To Work® carry significant weight. They not only boost morale but also enhance recruitment efforts in competitive markets like tax and consulting. For instance, provinces such as Ontario and Quebec, where Ryan has substantial operations, see fierce competition for skilled professionals, making such distinctions a strategic advantage.
Ryan's expansion across six provinces reflects its strategic push into new markets, with offices in key locations supporting local economies. In Alberta and British Columbia, for example, energy and tech sectors drive demand for specialized tax services, areas where Ryan's expertise shines. The firm's 540 Canadian team members contribute to this growth, embodying the dedication praised in the survey results.
As Ryan looks ahead, the 14th-year recognition signals stability amid ongoing global challenges in the tax industry, from regulatory changes to digital transformation. Company leaders, including Round, have indicated a continued emphasis on talent development, ensuring that the firm's culture evolves with its workforce. For more details on the full 2026 Best Workplaces list, interested parties can visit the Great Place To Work® website.
The announcement was shared through Business Wire and picked up by outlets like the Montreal Gazette, underscoring its relevance to Canadian business news. Media inquiries can be directed to Allie Bandemer, Senior Specialist in Public Relations and External Communications at Ryan, reachable at 331.251.1050 or allie.bandemer@ryan.com. With this milestone, Ryan reaffirms its position not just as a tax leader, but as a model employer in Canada.
Overall, the recognition highlights a workplace where innovation meets employee well-being, setting a benchmark for others in the professional services sector. As Canadian firms grapple with labor shortages and hybrid work models, stories like Ryan's offer insights into building enduring success through people-first strategies.