According to Les Affaires, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton ranked first on the list of Québec’s top 25 accounting firms.
Once again, this result clearly demonstrates the Firm’s role as both an industry leader and large organization with over 2,900 talented employees working in some 100 offices across Québec and in the Ottawa and Edmundston regions.
In this report on the “Grands de la Comptabilité” ranking in Les Affaires, our colleagues Nathalie Boyer, Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, and Julie Villeneuve, Talent Acquisition Manager, share their thoughts on the Firm’s priorities in regard to innovation and recruitment, in particular.
Read the articles in this report where our firm is quoted (in French only):
The Firm would like to sincerely thank its employees, clients and business partners whose ongoing support has allowed it to remain a leader in professional services. Over the past 75 years, we’ve been driven by a desire to embrace innovation while guiding local leaders and entrepreneurs towards success. Through solid advice, we will continue helping our talent, clients and communities reach new heights for many more years!
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More and more women are holding management positions. Despite the progress made, we still have a lot to do to achieve parity.
The 20th edition of the Women in Business report was unveiled by Grant Thornton International on March 8. It focuses on the progress made in regard to gender parity and reveals that 33.5% of management positions in mid-sized companies are held by women. Twenty years ago, this total was less than 20%.
Our company’s figures also show a higher number of women in leadership roles. In 2002, there was only one woman in the group of 19 new partners. In comparison, 10 of the 19 partners appointed in 2024 are women.
The testimonials of Linda Bossé and Joanie Cyr, two partners of the Firm, illustrate both the progress made and the lingering challenges.
Two inspiring women leaders
Linda Bossé, who paved the way by becoming one of the first women partners in 2007, reflects on the changing professional landscape for women in the Firm. She emphasizes the importance of mentoring and inclusion to inspire and support future generations of women leaders.
“Even though I’m a woman, I’ve always been able to put my ideas to work. I must admit that because there are more women partners now, it’s easier to make our views known, but we might not have the same perspective as men,” she points out.
Linda is also the Vice-President of the Partnership Board and actively participates in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, which demonstrates her commitment to supporting women with their career development.
Joanie Cyr, who was appointed partner in 2023, highlights the current reality faced by women in leadership positions. Her career journey and her advice for women who aspire to management roles reminds them of the need to break through self-imposed barriers and seize opportunities with confidence and determination.
“The work carried out by a partner is the same for both men and women, but women often bear more of the family responsibilities. Balancing family life and a career as a partner is a challenge, but it’s a great challenge,” she stated enthusiastically.
Women: Go for it!
Despite the barriers that women can face, Linda encourages them to believe in themselves. “Women are every bit as good as men! We must take pride in our successes and show that we can achieve our professional goals if we work hard.”
Joanie agrees and urges women to be bold. “Get support, draw up a solid development plan and go for it! Most importantly, don’t wait until you’re the ‘perfect’ candidate before applying.”
Investing in the future requires investing in women
The testimonies of Linda Bossé and Joanie Cyr illustrate the progress made in the quest for true gender equality and also highlight the challenges that we must overcome to achieve equality.
Their experience reminds us how important it is to implement concrete measures to create an inclusive working environment where women can flourish and reach their full potential.
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Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton has been ranked as one of Montréal’s Top Employers for 2024 in Mediacorp Canada’s annual competition.
On February 27, 2024, Mediacorp Canada Inc., the organizer of the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers competition, announced the companies chosen as Montréal’s Top Employers for 2024.
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is proud to receive this distinction for its large team in Québec’s metropolis where the company’s head office is located. Since the Firm is celebrating 75 years of business this year, this is truly a gift that honours every employee and partner!
“We greatly appreciate this recognition. It’s a testament to the outstanding work environment in which our 2,900 professionals across Québec and in the Ottawa and Edmundston regions grow and develop on a daily basis. It also reflects the talent of every individual in our large organization which allows us to constantly aim higher and go even further. We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank every member of the Firm for their ongoing contribution to its growth,” said Nathalie Boyer, Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer.
Among other things, the firm is known for offering its employees benefits such as additional paid leave, hybrid work options, reimbursement of expenses related to working from home, and maternity and parental leave up to 100% of salary for a maximum period of 23 weeks.
This clearly illustrates the ongoing efforts on the part of management to put people first and offer employees a work environment that is characterized by engagement, motivation and respect and is conducive to professional development.
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton will continue building a strong, cutting-edge firm whose talented staff and valued clients have the means to achieve their ambitions. Together, we will continue showcasing our local organizations for another 75 years!
Click here to read the special feature published in The Gazette on February 27, 2024. It includes an article in which our colleagues Nathalie Boyer and Gautier Péchadre are interviewed.
Click here to view the website listing the Montréal winners of the 19th edition of this competition.
About the Montréal’s Top Employers competition
The Montréal’s Top Employers competition was launched in 2006. The purpose of this special honour is to recognize employers in Greater Montréal that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
Employers are evaluated by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers using the same criteria as the national competition:
- Workplace;
- Work Atmosphere & Social;
- Health, Financial & Family Benefits;
- Vacation & Time Off;
- Employee Communications;
- Performance Management;
- Training & Skills Development;
- Community Involvement.
Employers are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offer the most progressive and forward-thinking programs. Any employer with its head office or principal place of business in Greater Montréal may apply for this annual competition. Employers of any size may apply, whether private or public sector.
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Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is proud to join the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ) on the very first national business succession tour that will make its way across Québec as of February 28, 2024.
The tour will make stops at 17 ambassador chambers of commerce in each of Québec’s 17 administrative regions. During the half-day events, entrepreneurs can benefit from sound advice on the numerous challenges surrounding business succession and management.
Drawing on his many years of experience in supporting transferors and successors with their entrepreneurial succession process, Éric Dufour, Partner, Regional Vice-President and National Business Transfer Leader for the Firm, will be a guest speaker. Among other things, he will explore the main factors to consider when implementing a comprehensive succession plan that takes into account all the risks and opportunities that arise in each step of a successful plan.
“For over 25 years, I’ve been committed to guiding local entrepreneurs through the creation of solid succession plans so they can successfully transfer their businesses. This is why I didn’t hesitate to contribute to this initiative, which is not only highly relevant to our entrepreneurs but also to ensuring the development and sustainability of Québec’s economic drivers, our SMEs,” explained Éric Dufour. He believes that a successful succession plan requires considering the human aspect throughout the process to ensure efficient and sound business governance.
The tour will be stopping in your region so save the date in your agenda and join us!
To view the tour dates, please visit La tournée sur le repreneuriat de la FCCQ (French only). You will find all the information required to sign up for an event. Éric Dufour and his team look forward to talking with you. See you there!
To read the press release (French only), visit Lancement de la tournée nationale sur le repreneuriat–Présentée par le Centre de transfert d’entreprise du Québec–Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec.