Town of Grimsby Earns National Recognition for HR Excellence

The Town of Grimsby has received national recognition for its work in human resources, earning an Excellence Awardee designation for Excellence in HR Team Performance (fewer than 500 employees) at the 2026 Canadian HR Awards.

The Town’s Human Resources team was recognized for its progressive, people-focused approach and initiatives supporting employee engagement, organizational culture, leadership and employee development, recruitment, performance management, workplace communication and service excellence.

Recent HR initiatives have included the implementation of the Town’s People Strategy, the launch of an in-house HR Hub, enhanced employee communication and engagement tools, strengthened recruitment and employer-branding practices, a renewed focus on performance management and employee wellness, and expanded leadership and employee development opportunities. 

The Town was one of only 10 organizations from across Canada recognized in the category, placing Grimsby alongside organizations from a diverse range of industries and sectors both in private and public sector. 

This achievement further demonstrates how a municipality of Grimsby’s size can develop innovative, people-focused practices that stand alongside those of organizations across Canada. The recognition marks the Town’s second national recognition for its work in human resources.

For Grimsby, the recognition extends beyond the Human Resources team. It reflects the collective contributions of employees and leaders across the organization and the Town’s continued commitment to building a positive, people-focused and high-performing workplace.

The Excellence in HR Team Performance category recognizes HR teams for their leadership, collaboration and contributions to organizational performance. Unlike awards focused specifically on the municipal or public sector, the Canadian HR Awards bring together organizations from across Canada and across industries, making Grimsby’s recognition particularly meaningful. The Town of Grimsby was celebrated as an Excellence Awardee at the Canadian HR Awards Gala.

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To see the Town of Grimsby recognized nationally among some of Canada’s leading organizations is an exceptional achievement.  It demonstrates that the size of a community does not limit its ability to lead, innovate and create an exceptional workplace. We are extremely proud of our Human Resources team and of everyone across the Town who contributed to this recognition and serves our community.

— Jeff Jordan, Mayor of the Town of Grimsby

We are honoured to be recognized with accomplished organizations from across Canada and across sectors. At its core, strong HR is about people. It is about creating a workplace where employees can succeed, where the organization can continue to grow and evolve, and where great work can happen. This recognition reflects the partnerships we have built across the Town and the commitment of employees and leaders throughout the organization.

— Dan Rummo, Director of Human Resources

Investing in our people is fundamental to building a strong organization and delivering excellent service to our community. For Grimsby to be recognized alongside leading organizations from across the country is something we can all be proud of. This national recognition reflects the dedication of our Human Resources team, our leaders and employees across the Town to building a progressive, people-focused workplace where our employees can thrive and continue to deliver for our community.

— Sarah Kim, Chief Administrative Officer

About the Town of Grimsby

The Town of Grimsby is a growing and vibrant community committed to delivering high-quality programs and services to residents, businesses and visitors. Through its People Strategy, the Town is building an inclusive, innovative and high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Media Contact
Christina Davidson
Communications Specialist, Town of Grimsby
cdavidson@grimsy.ca