Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta recognized as a Top 85 Employer in Alberta for the Fifth consecutive year

January 28, 2026

Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta have been named as Top Employers in Alberta, for the fifth consecutive year. 

Canada’s Top 100 Employers recognizes 85 Alberta-based companies every January. Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta have had the privilege of being recognized several times by Canada’s Top 100 as a Top Employer in Alberta.  

"This award is a reflection of the dedication of our team to support the development and commercialization of innovation that drives Alberta's future growth,” shared Mike Mahon, CEO of Alberta Innovates. “Thank you to everyone who contributes so positively to our mission and our organization."

Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta were evaluated by Canada’s Top 100 Employers and selected based on the following criteria: 

  • Community involvement, 
  • Employee communications, 
  • Health, financial & family benefits, 
  • Performance management, 
  • Training & skills development, 
  • Vacation and time off, 
  • Work & social atmosphere. 

Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta have several initiatives that made us stand out from other organizations in the province. For example, we stood out for our retirement planning assistance services and with the security of a defined benefit pension plan.   

Other initiatives that made Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta stand out include:   

Balance4U Program 

Balance4U, formerly “Choose How U Work,” is a work program that provides employees with a variety of flexible work options. 

Social and Giving Community   

Alberta Innovates’ Social and Giving Community provides employees with events that promote social connection within the organization. Their mandate reaches team members internally and externally, extending impact into the surrounding community by contributing resources, people and time to societal, cultural, and charitable initiatives chosen by team members.     

Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta have also been included in the Canada Top 100 Career Directory, a guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates. 

As we celebrate being named one of Alberta’s Top 85 Employers, we know this recognition is also a reflection of Alberta Innovates and InnoTech Alberta's employees and their passion, curiosity, and commitment to driving innovation. 

See our review profile here: Top Employer: Alberta Innovates