Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025):
Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Nov 14, 2024)
Here are some of the reasons why Cascades Canada ULC was selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2025):
- Cascades supports a number of local, national and international charitable organizations each year and encourages employees to get involved with two paid days off to volunteer (awards are also given to top performing volunteers)
- Cascades encourages head office employees to focus on their health at the onsite fitness facility, which includes free memberships and a range of instructor-led classes such as lunch-hour yoga, CrossFit, pilates and spin -- like-minded employees also get together for running and hockey
- Cascades supports mothers-to-be with maternity leave top-up payments, to 95 per cent of salary for 18 weeks, and provides 10 weeks of top-up for adoptive parents -- employees can also take advantage of on-site child care when they are ready to return to work

Cascades employees Allyson Lavertu, IT analyst (left) and Megan Lavertu, financial technician (right)

Cascades employees Allyson Lavertu, IT analyst (left) and Megan Lavertu, financial technician (right)

Cascades employees Allyson Lavertu, IT analyst (left) and Megan Lavertu, financial technician (right)
Employer Background
Industry | Paper products |
Established in Canada | 1964 |
Publicly traded | yes |
Major Canadian locations | Victoria BC, Vancouver BC, Surrey BC, Prince George BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Winnipeg MB, Belleville ON, Guelph ON, Ottawa ON, Victoriaville QC, Vaughan ON, Vaudreuil-Dorion QC, Trenton ON, Toronto ON, St. Marys ON, Scarborough ON, Saint-Bruno QC, Niagara Falls ON, Granby QC, Candiac QC, Drummondville QC, Berthierville QC, Montréal QC, Lachute QC, Etobicoke ON, Mississauga ON |
Full-time employees in Canada | 7,498 |
Part-time employees in Canada | 132 |
Full-time employees worldwide | 9,960 |
Workforce engaged on a contract basis | 2.07% |
Average age of employees in Canada | 44.5 years |
Longest serving employee | 60 years |
Work Environment Rating: A
Flexible work options | hybrid work option, flexible work hours, telecommuting, shortened work week (fewer hours with less pay), compressed work week, earned days off program, telework abroad for up to 4 weeks per year |
Commuter amenities | transit subsidies, online carpool sign-up, free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, secure/sheltered bicycle parking |
Onsite workplace features | head office features an observation desk overlooking the nearby river and old mill, outdoor terraces with picnic tables, telecommuter workstations, sit-stand workstations, self-serve lunchroom, outdoor patio, discounts at local restaurants |
Employee lounge amenities | comfortable seating, music |
Onsite fitness facility | shared-use facility, free membership, subsidized membership, treadmills, stationary bikes, stairmasters, instructor-led classes (lunch hour yoga, Cross-Fit, spin, pilates, run club, hockey cosom), elliptical trainers, rowing machines, weights, shower facilities |
Work Atmosphere & Communications Rating: B
Employee social committee name | Club Social 404 |
Past social events | 60th anniversary celebrations across multiple locations (activities include breakfasts, food truck visits, games), sugar shack party, annual Christmas party, visits and parties at the homes of management |
Cultural aspects | dress-for-your-day policy, casual dress (e.g. jeans) daily, music while working, employee sports teams, organized social activities for retirees |
Employee communications | intranet site, company newsletter, traditional/email suggestion box, internal social media |
Financial Benefits & Compensation Rating: B+
Financial benefits note | Cascades has multiple employee groups, financial benefits may vary by position |
Outside salary surveys | participates in outside salary surveys every 12 months |
Employee salary reviews | individual salaries are reviewed every 12 months |
Long-term savings | matching RSP |
Long-term planning | retirement planning assistance, phased-in retirement work options |
Share purchase plan | available to all employees |
Profit-sharing plan | available to all employees |
Referral bonuses (max) | new employee referral bonuses (up to $2,000) for some positions |
Additional financial benefits | corporate discount program (e.g. retail, services, travel, etc.), discounted home insurance, discounted auto insurance, annual allowance of approximately $500 per year for use at La Cascaderie (an in-house boutique) |
Health & Family-Friendly Benefits Rating: B+
Health plan note | Cascades has multiple employee groups, health plans may vary by position |
Health plan premium | as part of the health plan, the employer pays up to 80% of the premiums |
Flexible coverage | health plan is flexible with adjustable premiums and coverage levels |
Minimum hours worked for coverage | 20 hours per week |
Waiting period for coverage | 90 days |
Family coverage option | yes |
Dental coverage | routine, restorative |
Health plan includes | traditional coverage (e.g. prescription drugs), employee assistance (EAP) plan, semi-private hospital room, physiotherapy, medical travel insurance, homecare, medical equipment and supplies, massage therapy, nutrition planning, podiatrist, osteopathy, chiropractor, alternative coverage (e.g. acupuncture, naturopathy), virtual healthcare services |
Mental health practitioner benefit | up to $400 each year |
Family-friendly benefits note | Cascades has multiple employee groups, family-friendly policies may vary by position |
In vitro fertilization (IVF) | $3,000 per lifetime |
Maternity top-up (mothers) | up to 95% of salary for 18 weeks |
Adoption top-up | up to 95% of salary for 10 weeks |
Additional family-friendly benefits | phased-in return to work for new parents, child care onsite, academic scholarships of up to $1,000 per child |
Additional family-friendly information | subsidies for transportation to school (if not provided by school board) |
Vacation & Personal Time-Off Rating: B-
Vacation note | Cascades has multiple employee groups, vacation policies may vary by position |
Vacation allowance | new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job |
Vacation jump | vacation increases after 5 years of employment |
Maximum vacation allowance | employees move to a maximum of 7 weeks of vacation over their career |
Previous experience | considers previous work experience when setting annual vacation for new employees |
Unpaid leave maximum | 12 months |
Self-funded/deferred salary leave maximum | 12 months |
Employee Engagement & Performance Rating: A
Employee performance reviews | employees receive individual performance reviews every 6 months |
360° feedback option | as part of the review process, performance feedback is also solicited from co-workers and other managers familiar with each employee's work |
Confidential employee feedback | employees can also provide confidential feedback on their manager's performance |
Exit interview | exit interview option is available for departing employees |
Performance recognition | online recognition platform, individual performance bonuses, on-the-spot rewards, peer-to-peer recognition awards, long-service awards, tailored and unique rewards (e.g. travel), Prix Source initiative (employees can nominate peers in four categories representing the company's core values) with an annual gala to celebrate winners |
In-house survey period | in-house surveys are conducted every 12 months |
Outside survey period | outside consultant surveys are held every 24 months |
Training & Skills Development Rating: A
Career planning | in-house career planning services, online employee skills inventory |
In-house training initiatives | apprenticeship/skilled trades programs, mentoring, in-house training, online training, leadership development programs, paid internships, subsidies for professional accreditation, mentoring to transfer retirees' skills |
Related tuition subsidies | employer covers up to 100% of tuition per year |
Community Involvement Rating: A
Scope of charitable involvement | local, national, international |
Employee charitable involvement | employees are involved in selection of charities, employees receive paid time off to volunteer, (up to 2 paid days) |
Some of the community organizations supported | Fondation Charles-Bruneau, David Suzuki Foundation, Fondation de l'athlète d'excellence du Québec, Centraide, PurNat, Monique-Fitz-Back |
Charitable giving | matches employee donations |
Community highlight | Cascades' charitable focus is on sustainable development, education and entrepreneurship, amateur sport, physical activity, health, and socio-community |
The Career Directory
Cascades Canada ULC has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.

Cascades employees have a meeting

Cascades employees have a meeting

Cascades employees have a meeting
Highlights for New Grads
Industry | Paper products |
Full-time employees in Canada | 5,001 to 10,000 |
Major Canadian locations | Victoria BC, Vancouver BC, Surrey BC, Prince George BC, Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Winnipeg MB, Belleville ON, Guelph ON, Ottawa ON, Victoriaville QC, Vaughan ON, Vaudreuil-Dorion QC, Trenton ON, Toronto ON, St. Marys ON, Scarborough ON, Saint-Bruno QC, Niagara Falls ON, Granby QC, Candiac QC, Drummondville QC, Berthierville QC, Montréal QC, Lachute QC, Etobicoke ON, Mississauga ON |
Student opportunities | paid internships, summer jobs, co-op opportunities |
Training | subsidies for professional accreditation, orientation program, online training, in-house training, mentoring, in-house career planning services, leadership training |
Other info for new grads | Cascades' programming for new graduates includes succession planning and mentoring programs. Cascades also covers tuition fees up to $3,500 for students and interns who receive a permanent job offer (exam and professional licensing fees will also be reimbursed). |
Typical new grad positions | Junior Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Human Resources Technician, Human Resources Manager - Succession Team, Controller, Demand Planner, Customer Service Representative, Marketing Advisor, Financial Analyst, Communication Advisor, Assistant Product Manager |
Starting salary | $50K to $60K |
Work benefits | health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting, transit subsidies, employees receive paid time off to volunteer |
Vacation allowance | new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job |
Academic fields recruited
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Bachelor of Arts
- Business
- Economics
- Human Resources
- Industrial Relations
- Public Relations / Communications
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Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration
- Accounting
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Systems
- Marketing
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Bachelor of Engineering
- Chemical
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical
- Engineering Physics
- Environmental
- Industrial Chemistry
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Instrumentation
- Mechanical
- Pollution Treatment
- Production / Manufacturing
- Pulp & Paper
- Welding
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Bachelor of Laws
- Corporate
- Labour
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Bachelor of Science
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Environmental
- Nursing
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Community College Diploma
- Accounting
- Agriculture / Horticulture
- Automotive Mechanic
- Business
- Electronics Technician
- Engineering Technician
- Facility Management
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Legal Assistant / Law Clerk
- Marketing / Sales
- Nursing (RN)
- Nursing (RNA / RPN)
- Office Administration
- Other Trades
- Plumbing
- Pulp & Paper
- Purchasing / Logistics
- Secretarial
- Tool & Die / Machinist / Millwright
- Welding
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Master of Arts
- Human Resources
- Industrial Relations
- Public Relations
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Master of Business Administration
- Accounting
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Systems
- Marketing
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Master of Engineering
- Chemical
- Electrical
- Industrial Chemistry
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical
- Production / Manufacturing
- Pulp & Paper
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Master of Science
- Chemistry
- Environmental
- Nursing / Health Administration
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Professional Accreditation
- Accounting (CA)
- Accounting (CGA)
- Accounting (CMA)
- Financial Planning (CFP, FMA)
- Human Resources (CHRP, CEBS)
- Professional Engineer
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Secondary Education
- High School Diploma
Recruits at these schools
- Durham College
- HEC Montréal
- Queen's University
- Université de Montréal
- Université de Sherbrooke
- Université du Québec
- Université du Québec à Montréal
- Université Laval
- University of Guelph
- University of Toronto