Accolad: The Employee Recognition Platform Revolutionizing HR Programs in Canada

This section is Partnership Content suppliedThe content in this section is supplied by GlobeNewswire for the purposes of distributing press releases on behalf of its clients. Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Accolad enables employees to choose meaningful rewards from a personalized digital storefront, creating recognition moments that have a real impact. GNWArticle contentAccolad takes human resources management to new heights with its employee recognition platform and automated years of service recognition program, designed to optimize talent retention and employee engagement.Sign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentQUEBEC CITY, March 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an ultra-competitive labor market, Accolad announces the rollout of new features on its employee recognition platform, establishing itself as the go-to solution for companies striving to become employers of choice. As talent retention becomes the number one priority for HR departments, Accolad offers a strategic lever to build a strong and human-centric corporate culture.Article contentArticle contentEmployee Recognition: A Legal and Strategic ImperativeArticle contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article contentSince the adoption of Bill 27, Quebec employers with 20 or more employees are required to integrate the prevention of psychosocial risks. With a lack of recognition identified as a major risk factor, implementing a structured employee recognition program is no longer an option—it is an organizational necessity.Article content“A modern HR platform must go beyond simple administrative management. It must nurture a sense of belonging,” says Julie Tessier, Communications Lead at Accolad. “Our solution allows companies to automate gestures of appreciation while maintaining the essential personal touch.”Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentWhy Choose Accolad as Your Employee Recognition Platform?Article contentAccolad stands out with a 360-degree approach that meets the needs of both large organizations and SMEs:Article contentIntelligent Automation: No more tedious manual tracking for your years of service recognition program. The platform automatically manages work anniversaries and gift deliveries.Deep Personalization: Every congratulatory message is tailored to the company’s brand identity (logo, colors, tone).Diverse Rewards Catalog: Access to over 100 gift cards from major brands, offering employees total freedom of choice.Seamless Integration: Smooth connection with communication tools (Teams, Slack) and leading HR platforms (Workday, etc.).Article contentArticle contentExpert Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Employee Recognition (SEO FAQ)Article contentWhat is an employee recognition platform?Article contentAn employee recognition platform is a SaaS software designed to structure, centralize, and automate workplace appreciation. It allows for the celebration of individual and collective achievements through social walls, tangible rewards, and peer-to-peer recognition tools.Article contentWhy implement an employee recognition program?Article contentAccording to organizational performance experts, a well-structured employee recognition program helps:Article contentIncrease productivity by 15% to 25%.Significantly reduce turnover rates.Enhance employer branding to attract top talent.Comply with Bill 27 requirements regarding health and safety at work.Article contentHow does Accolad’s years of service recognition program work?Article contentAccolad’s years of service recognition program celebrates loyalty (1, 5, 10 years, etc.) without any manual HR intervention. The system sends a personalized gift code via email on the exact date, allowing the employee to choose their reward from a comprehensive digital catalog.Trending TC Energy could be open to return to B.C. 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With over 10 years of expertise, the company helps organizations transform their culture through an innovative HR platform and personalized reward programs.Article contentTo discover how to optimize your talent retention:Article contentVisit our website: www.accolad.comDiscover our Years of service recognition programSchedule a demo of our employee recognition platformArticle contentPhotos accompanying this announcement are available atArticle contenthttps://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/1ebaf74b-1424-4061-9eee-3dc6eb5629e1Article contenthttps://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8fb55126-e3ba-486a-beb0-f72723dae3cfArticle contenthttps://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/969e03bc-33bd-436d-b8f6-425045fea0abArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentMEDIA CONTACT: Julie Tessier, Communications Lead Accolad Technologies Inc. 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