Aplin Named a 2026 Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member
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Toronto, ON — May 14, 2026 — Aplin has been recognized as a Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club member, reaffirming the company’s position as one of Canada’s leading privately owned businesses. The Platinum Club designation recognizes organizations that have maintained their Best Managed status for seven years or more through continued excellence in strategy, culture, innovation, governance, and financial performance.
Celebrating more than 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed Companies remains one of the country’s leading business awards programs, recognizing the achievements of private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or more. Each year, companies undergo a rigorous and independent evaluation process led by an external panel of judges representing program sponsors and special guests.
“This recognition reflects the strength of our people, the trust of our clients, and the relationships we have built across Canada and the United States over the past five decades,” said Jeff Aplin, CEO of Aplin. “As the workforce continues to evolve, we remain focused on helping organizations navigate change with agility, while continuing to invest in our people, technology, and service delivery. Achieving Platinum Club status is a meaningful milestone for our entire team.”
Founded in 1975, Aplin has built a reputation for long-term stability, strong leadership, and a people-first culture that continues to evolve alongside the changing workforce landscape. Over the past year, the company strengthened its enterprise capabilities, expanded strategic investments in technology and operational efficiency, and continued to adapt its business to meet shifting workforce and economic demands across Canada and the United States. Aplin’s continued focus on innovation, employee engagement, client partnerships, and sustainable growth contributed to the company once again earning recognition as a member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club.
The 2026 Best Managed winners share several common themes, including people-first cultures, strategic adaptability, innovation, operational resilience, and strong governance practices. Together, these organizations contribute to a stronger and more competitive Canadian economy.
“To become a Best Managed Platinum Club winner is nothing short of remarkable. Their continued adaptability in an era of uncertainty sets the standard for how to overcome new barriers and demonstrate resiliency at the highest levels,” said Ruby Williams, Partner & National Leader, M&A Advisory and Canada’s Best Managed Co-Leader. “These companies truly impact how Canada is viewed on the world stage when it comes to the success of private business.”
“For over three decades, CIBC has proudly sponsored the Best Managed program, supporting companies whose dedication and leadership drive Canada’s economic success. This year’s winners exemplify what it means to lead with vision and purpose, and we congratulate you on joining a prestigious group of innovators. Your achievements make a lasting impact on our economy and inspire the next generation of business leaders,” said Blair Cowan, Executive Vice-President, Head of Commercial Banking.
About Canada’s Best Managed Companies
Canada’s Best Managed Companies program continues to be the mark of excellence for privately-owned Canadian companies. Every year since the launch of the program in 1993, hundreds of entrepreneurial companies have competed for this designation in a rigorous and independent process that evaluates their management skills and practices. The awards are granted on four levels: 1) Canada’s Best Managed Companies new winner, one of the new winners selected each year; 2) Canada’s Best Managed Companies winner, award recipients that have re-applied and successfully retained their Best Managed designation for two additional years, subject to annual operational and financial review; 3) Gold Standard winner, after three consecutive years of maintaining their Best Managed status, these winners have demonstrated their commitment to the program and successfully retained their award for 4-6 consecutive years; 4) Platinum Club member, winners that have maintained their Best Managed status for seven years or more. Program sponsors are Deloitte Private, CIBC, Norton Rose Fulbright, EDC, The Globe and Mail, and TMX Group. For more information, visit Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
About Aplin
Founded in 1975, Aplin is one of Canada’s best-known recruitment and workforce solutions firms. With offices and recruitment reach across Canada and the United States, Aplin supports organizations through permanent recruitment, temporary and contract staffing, executive search, managed services, statement-of-work solutions, and specialized recruitment across multiple industries. The company is committed to delivering people-focused workforce solutions backed by deep market expertise, strong relationships, and a long-standing reputation for service excellence. Visit www.aplin.com.
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