Compass Group Canada

Big Win for Innovation! 💫 We’re thrilled to share that Compass Digital in partnership with Compass One Healthcare have won Gold at the Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Awards for Best AR/VR Application! Through collaboration and cutting-edge technology, our teams developed a Virtual Reality handwashing training module. This immersive experience uses Meta’s hand-tracking technology to simulate proper handwashing in a hospital setting—no controllers needed! Together, we’re redefining hands-on training and creating engaging, real-world solutions for associates across the food, services, and hospitality industries. A huge shoutout to the teams driving innovation forward! Learn more about the awards here: https://lnkd.in/d3DaWcwf #InnovationInTraining #VRTraining #CompassDigital #CompassOneHealthcare #AwardWinningTech

Developing our people is a key focus for our Learning & Development team at Compass Group Canada. Our Learning & Development initiatives—spanning online courses, facilitated workshops, mentorship programs, and leadership learning journeys—help create a workplace where passion meets purpose.    Programs like Masters of the Mic bring this mission to life by helping associates build essential skills in presentation, networking, and leadership.   To kick off this exciting series, we welcomed AVARA Media CEO and co-founder Vikas Gupta as our inaugural guest speaker last week!    Vikas is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, bold thinking, and crafting innovative business models, leveraging Augmented Reality technologies to inspire action for a healthier planet.   During his session, Vikas shared invaluable insights into the future of tech and the societal shifts in embracing change, weaving together his expertise in disruptive technologies and the power of storytelling. Followed up with a fireside chat, Vikas shared a few tips for delivering an impactful presentation: 🎤 Know your audience, know your material, 🎤 Include a variety of engagement types like video, questions to the audience, even a sly joke, 🎤 Practice in front of a mirror and most of all, 🎤 Have FUN!   The audience left feeling energized to become confident communicators and thought leaders themselves. 💭   Here’s to many more engaging sessions as we continue mastering the art of impactful communication together!

Last week we welcomed members of our Diversity and Inclusion Action Councils (DIACs) for our first ever Diversity Conference, titled "Thriving at the Intersection." This was a day dedicated to learning, connection, and envisioning the future of EDI at Compass Group Canada.   The agenda was rich with transformative discussions and learning opportunities. Highlights included a powerful session on The Intersections of Mental Health led by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto, an inspiring Executive Panel featuring leaders at the forefront of EDI innovation, and a forward-thinking Fireside Chat with special guests Craig Wellington (CEO, Black Opportunity Fund) and Victoria Kuketz Riddell (Director of Corporate Engagement, Catalyst Inc.).   This day truly showcased the important role our DIACs play in shaping our culture, and solidified our commitment to building safe, inclusive, and equitable spaces where everyone can thrive.   Thank you to all the participants, speakers, and organizers who brought this impactful event to life. These conversations are what’s driving change and ensuring that EDI remains at the heart of everything we do.

At Compass Group, we’re on a mission to cut our food waste in half by 2030. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue program, to address the issue of food insecurity in communities across Canada like Brant County. With one in six households in the area facing food insecurity, this initiative plays a critical role in providing nutritious meals to those in need.   Since May 2024, as dedicated partners, our Compass One Healthcare team and Brant Community Healthcare System have donated over 2,000 meals to local organizations, helping to reduce food waste and make a meaningful impact in the community. Through our Waste Not 2.0 program, we’re also diverting waste from landfills, cutting greenhouse gases, and supporting a more sustainable future.   Learn more about our work in the Brant community here: https://lnkd.in/eGUVMMxS #FoodRescue #Sustainability #CommunityImpact

Did you know that 80% of Canadians are somewhat or very concerned about climate change? Today, on World Pollution Day, we take a moment to reflect on our shared responsibility to protect the environment and tackle the critical issue of pollution. Through waste diversion and food rescue programs, and fostering a culture of reuse in our units, we’re taking meaningful steps to a cleaner, greener planet! Together, we can make a lasting impact! 🌍✨ Source: E15 Innovation & Sustainability survey; n=1,500 Canadians

Last night, we had the privilege of attending the Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards, honouring the remarkable achievements of extraordinary women across the country. 🌟   Women's Executive Network (WXN) celebrates these bold leaders who are breaking barriers, redefining possibilities, and paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future. We're especially proud to see Chartwells Canada trailblazer Chef Stephanie Baryluk, who was awarded the inaugural Food Industry Award, recognizing Canadian women excelling in diverse career paths within the industry.   Members of our WOLF Pack (Women Of Leadership and Fun) were also in attendance to support and celebrate this incredible moment of recognition!    Congratulations to this year’s award winners—you’ve joined an extraordinary community of trailblazers making a lasting impact. 👏✨ Learn more about them here: https://lnkd.in/dnCFpHBU

We are thrilled to share that Compass Group Canada has again been awarded Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Culture by Waterstone Human Capital! This prestigious award celebrates organizations that foster environments where people thrive, fuelling exceptional performance and innovation. This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our associates across the country who live and breathe our values every day. Thank you to our incredible team for making this recognition possible! We’d also like to extend our congratulations to all the 2025 Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures awardees! Check them out here: https://lnkd.in/gA28vR7C Want to learn more about what makes Compass an industry leader? Click here for more about our culture! https://lnkd.in/gD_3a89z #CanadasMostAdmired

From mouth-watering culinary samplers crafted by our talented chefs to the cutting-edge innovations shared by our amazing vendors and extended family, CX was a celebration of creativity, cuisine, and collaboration. What is CX? Our annual Customer Experience showcase unites partners, vendors, clients and leaders across our organization to: 🌟DISCOVER the latest customer service innovations for enhanced personalization. 🌟ENJOY a taste of the future with culinary trends and inspiring ingredients. 🌟ENGAGE in interactive activities that build meaningful customer connections. 🌟CONNECT with industry leaders and explore products to elevate guest experiences. None of it could have been possible without our amazing teams who bring fresh ideas to the table every day! Did you miss CX? Catch up by pressing the ✨CX 2025✨ highlight on our Instagram page ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/evFtbt72

Today, we honour the courage and dedication of all service members—past and present—who have defended the freedoms we cherish. As we wear our poppies and pause this Remembrance Day, we carry their legacy forward, remembering their sacrifice and commitment to a better tomorrow. Let us give thanks.

On Indigenous Veterans Day, we recognize the service and sacrifice of veterans from the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. From World War I to recent peacekeeping missions, Indigenous veterans have been instrumental in advancing peace efforts. Today, we acknowledge their contributions and the unique challenges they have faced, and we reflect on their invaluable legacy.    Learn more about their remarkable contributions here: https://lnkd.in/gz_9r_HJ Pictured: Blood Tribe recruits, 191st Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, Fort Macleod, Alberta. (Photo and caption: Glenbow Archives, NA-2164-1)