Current Award Winners


ACSESS Announces 2026 Staffing Industry Award Recipients

The Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services (ACSESS), the national voice of the employment and staffing service industry, is pleased to announce its 2026 industry award winners. Each year ACSESS acknowledges members for their outstanding contributions and dedication to the association, the community and to the staffing industry across Canada.

The awards ceremony took place at the association's annual conference in Toronto, ON on May 13th, recognizing notable members for their excellence in several areas including health and safety, commitment, leadership, volunteerism and community service.


Award of Excellence

Presented to an ACSESS member who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to ACSESS over an extended period of time.

Presented to:

Stéphane Bédard, Bédard – Human Resources | Ressources humaines

 

Professional Development Award

Presented to an ACSESS member company that has on a continuing basis, and particularly over the past year, demonstrated an exceptional commitment to employee education and awareness.

Presented to:

Manpower

 

The Community Service Award

Presented to an ACSESS member company that has shown an extraordinary commitment to, and genuine concern for, the community at large. To be eligible for this award, a company and its employees must be involved in public service activities that return value to the community by supporting charities, educational and other community groups.

Presented to:

Staff Shop
 

Genesis Award

In recognition a recruiter / consultant who has demonstrated an early commitment to the industry by taking advantage of opportunities, taking ownership of their responsibilities, and working as a team member learning from experienced staffing professionals.

Presented to:

Luc Villard, Hays
 

Health & Safety Award

Presented to:

Randstad
 

Recruiter of the Year Award

Presented to a recruiter/consultant with a minimum 3 years’ experience in the staffing industry who consistently goes above and beyond in developing and maintaining exceptional relationships with clients and talent alike.

Recruiter of the Year Western Canada: Mackenzie Kerr, Hays
Recruiter of the Year Prairies Canada: Brenda Schnurer, Adecco
Recruiter of the Year Ontario Canada: Yash Jayagopal, Experis
Recruiter of the Year Quebec Canada: Naomie Dufresne, Adecco
Recruiter of the Year Atlantic Canada: Lacy Johnson, ManpowerGroup