Providence Health Care (PHC) has been recognized as both a BC Top Employer and a Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026), two provincial and national honours that highlight PHC’s commitment to creating an exceptional workplace for current staff and future generations of health care professionals.
These awards, selected by Mediacorp Canada Inc., acknowledge organizations that lead their industries in supporting employee development, fostering inclusive workplace culture and helping people thrive at every stage of their careers.
Recognized nationally for supporting young professionals
As one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, PHC stands out for the strength of its early career programs and the intentional supports provided to students, new graduates, and emerging professionals.
Among the initiatives highlighted by the judges were:
- The Employed Student Nurse Program: offering nursing students the opportunity to consolidate their learning in real clinical environments with guidance from dedicated educators.
- The Practice-Based Research Challenge: which gives point-of-care clinicians the opportunity to develop research skills through mentorship, training, and funded project work.‑of‑care clinicians the opportunity to develop research skills through mentorship, training, and funded project work.
- The Health Care Access Program: which removes financial barriers for those entering health care by offering paid training, tuition, and books for individuals preparing to become health care assistants at PHC.
These programs help young professionals build confidence, strengthen clinical and workplace skills, and transition successfully into health care roles.
Provincial recognition as a BC Top Employer
This year’s BC Top Employers list highlights organizations that are adapting to a rapidly changing labour market—one where more than one million job openings are expected across the province over the next decade, with significant demand in health care and social assistance.
PHC was selected for several standout practices, including:
- Developing the next generation of health care workers through summer placements, co‑ops, internships, apprenticeships, and mentoring opportunities, along with tuition subsidies that support ongoing employee learning.
- Progressive time-off policies that support work–life balance, including paid vacation and flexible scheduling options that support hybrid work arrangements.
- A strong focus on mental health and wellness through internal resources, self‑care tools, and awareness initiatives, including activities during Mental Health Week.
The BC Top Employer designation recognizes organizations that prioritize continuous learning, support knowledge sharing between experienced staff and newcomers, and embrace flexible approaches to how and where work is performed.
Building the future of health care work
Together, these honours position PHC among employers that are intentionally preparing for the future of health care in British Columbia. By nurturing essential skills, welcoming diverse perspectives, and supporting the growth of staff at all career stages, PHC continues to strengthen its workforce and the quality of care it provides.
Both awards reflect the collective efforts of thousands of staff, medical staff, and learners across PHC who contribute to a compassionate, innovative, and people-centred workplace.
Explore career opportunities at PHC
Providence Health Care is committed to supporting people at every stage of their careers. If you’re inspired by our work and interested in joining an organization that fosters learning, growth, and purposeful care, we encourage you to explore our current opportunities.
