It is with great pride I announce that Agrium has been named as one of the top 35 employers in Alberta for 2008. This is a significant achievement for our organization, as it marks the third year in a row Agrium has been acknowledged as a top Alberta employer.
It is particularly significant when you consider the very tight labour market in Alberta right now and the pressure on all employers to attract, develop and retain quality people in the province. We are confident this recognition will continue to enhance our ability to attract and retain talented employees by spreading the word that Agrium is, and continues to be, a great place to work.
To be considered a top employer in Alberta, Mediacorp Canada Inc., a publisher that specializes in employment-related issues invites about 6,000 companies from across Canada to participate in an extensive application process. Companies are assessed in key areas, including physical workplace; health, financial and family benefits; work and social atmosphere; vacation and time off; employee communications; performance management; training and skills development; and community involvement.
We are proud to be recognized as a leader in attracting and retaining employees and will continue to build upon the many features that make Agrium the successful organization it is today.