LONE TREE, Colo.––For the third year in a row, Canvas Credit Union has been named a great workplace by the Great Place to Work Institute.
The credit union noted that it refers to employees as family, that perks include 2% off their mortgage and auto rates, and that its culture is what truly sets the organization apart.
According to Canvas, “family,” “people,” “culture,” and “care” were the major buzzwords picked up in the comments section of the 2020 annual survey. These words reflect the dedication Canvas leadership has made over the years to create a wholehearted internal culture that is also reflected in the service and care provided to the communities they serve, the CU said.
“When asked if Canvas was a great place to work overall, Canvas was thrilled to see the sentiment of their Canvas family had increased from 88% to 91% after an unprecedented year due to the pandemic,” Canvas said. “Though the pandemic brought many challenges, these survey results reflect Canvas’ perseverance to keep their Canvas family supported and happy.”
Other results:
- 97% said they feel "welcomed" when joining the Canvas family
- 96% feel good about the many ways they contribute to their surrounding community
- 92% have a sense of pride in what they do at Canvas
- 93% are proud to tell others that they work at Canvas
Canvas said it invests in its family’s growth, safety, wellness, and development so they can better serve their members and community.
“As a leader in the communities they serve, Canvas offers 12 hours of paid volunteer time to give their Canvas family an opportunity to make a positive impact in their community,” the credit union said. “Whether it be lending a helping hand to local schools, sorting food for families in need at food banks, or donating blood, Canvas provides their family with ample opportunities to give back.”
Canvas noted that not only has it hired a Wellness Champion who provides wellness advice and support for the Canvas family to achieve wellness goals and embrace a health-driven lifestyle, but Canvas continues to cultivate various learning opportunities as well.
Because Canvas is so committed to the continuous learning of their Canvas family, the CU said it recently partnered with LinkedIn Learning to encourage their family to explore even more personalized learning. With a total of 91 internal promotions in 2020, Canvas truly supports the growth of their Canvas family.
“At Canvas we are known for our people, our delightfully-offbeat, Canvas family. In other organizations, you need to segment your ‘work self’ from your ‘home self.’ At Canvas, each individual brings their full self and those unique gifts make us exceptional,” shared Tansley Stearns, chief people & strategy officer at Canvas. “We are committed to the growth of our family members. We embrace each person’s passions, goals, and dreams and walk shoulder-to-shoulder with them towards their bright futures. Annually, the survey provides us with a better understanding of the needs and experiences of our Canvas family. This listening post gives us a chance to grow. From the 2019 feedback, we formed two squads who addressed opportunities raised in the survey. Working together to improve helps us to continue to be honored as a Great Place to Work.”