April 22, 2026

As more than 190 countries mark Earth Day, Diamond Schmitt is proud to announce its selection as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers (2026). This designation, awarded by Mediacorp Canada Inc., "highlights the practical ways that employers can integrate environmental responsibility into their operations, regardless of industry or organizational size," says executive editor Richard Yerema. 

The selection comes at a critical time for the Canadian workforce, as sustainable practices play an increasingly important role in attracting employees, retaining talent, and earning the trust of customers. "Environmental leadership is increasingly important to younger generations entering the workforce," adds Sonja Verpoort, assistant editor at Mediacorp Canada Inc. "Gen Z and Millennial employees actively seek employers that demonstrate a genuine commitment to sustainability through identifiable programs and measurable outcomes."

For our firm, this award reinforces a long-standing commitment to a sustainable future through the projects we design and the internal culture we foster across our Toronto, New York, and Vancouver offices. Key reasons why we were selected as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2026 include:

• Diamond Schmitt prioritizes the use of renewable materials, such as mass timber, and targets interior materials that are 100 per cent biodegradable to ensure environmental impact is minimized throughout a building's entire lifecycle.
  
• Our portfolio features a growing number of projects achieving high-performance standards, including LEED (Platinum and Gold), Commercial Interiors, Passive House, and WELL certifications.

In addition, the firm maintains a workplace culture centered on ecological literacy and low-impact living. Overseen by a dedicated sustainability committee and principal-level leadership, these initiatives illustrate that Diamond Schmitt views environmental stewardship as a fundamental component of its identity as a top Canadian employer.

Canada's Greenest Employers is an editorial competition that recognizes employers that foster a culture of environmental awareness and leadership. Employers are chosen by editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers using four main criteria: (1) the uniqueness and effectiveness of their environmental initiatives; (2) whether they have been successful in reducing their own environmental footprint; (3) whether their employees are involved in these programs and contribute unique skills; and (4) whether their environmental initiatives have become linked to the employer's public identity, attracting new employees or customers.

A full summary of the editors' Reasons for Selection can be viewed here.

In addition to this recognition, Diamond Schmitt is among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026, Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2026, and Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers for 2026.