Working at Peel

Regional Values

Our Regional Values define how we work together and drive our daily interactions and decisions.

• We are empowered to make a difference.
• We are all leaders in the work we do.
• We pursue and embrace purposeful change.
• We are genuine and transparent.
• We care about and support everyone's well-being and success.
• We find and implement solutions together.
• We provide excellent customer service every time.

A healthy workplace

We have built a healthy workplace program that is based on the model developed by the National Quality Institute (NQI) and Health Canada.

Code of conduct

A formal standard code of behaviour ensures everyone understands the values, ethics and legal obligations the Region operates under.

Flexible work schedule

Employees working in some departments can take a day off for extra hours worked over a 4-week period.

This flexible scheduling means employees can enjoy a day off every 2-3 weeks by working extended hours on the remaining days.

This time off is counted separately from vacation or other approved absences.

"Open door" environment

We encourage open communication and accessibility through employee focus groups, departmental advisory committees, internal communication planning and through our Intranet site.

Education and development

We offer programs and courses in leadership development, employee development, occupational health & safety, and wellness. We also offer in-class computer and online training.

Career planning

Management and Human Resources staff work with employees to develop career paths and the necessary education and training plans.

Performance Management Program

Our Performance Management Program focusses on open discussion and feedback, goal-setting, professional development and career management for non-bargaining employees.

Leadership Development Program

Supervisory and management level employees attend an in depth Leadership Development Program. Similar courses are available to people wishing to enter supervisory positions at the Region of Peel.

Tuition assistance

Employees can apply for reimbursement of tuition or registration fees for job-related courses leading to a degree, diploma, certificate, or professional designation, up to a maximum of $1,500 per calendar year.

Staff development days

Regional departments hold regular staff development days focussing on a topic or theme that offers team learning and enrichment opportunities.

Advancement opportunities

We post job opportunities on a weekly basis. Employees are given a chance to apply for any position which they feel qualified. We are committed to giving our employees full consideration before recruiting from outside of our organization.

Pay for performance

Employees in non-bargaining positions receive annual performance appraisals and are eligible for increases based on the level of their performance the previous year.

Competitive compensation

We offer an attractive, competitive and comparable compensation program.

Exceptional benefits

We offer life insurance, dental and extended health benefits. Non-bargaining employees also receive a Health Spending Account, of up to $750 per year to offset approved medical and dental expenses not covered by our plan.

Paid holidays

In addition to the Statutory Holidays and the Civic Holiday, the Region of Peel provides three additional days off with pay which generally allow us to close some of our offices for the three business days before New Years day.

Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Regional employees are enrolled in the OMERS pension contribution plan that matches payroll deduction contributions.

Early retiree benefits

Eligible employees who take early retirement are offered a range of benefits which can continue after they retire until they reach the age of sixty-five.

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employees at the Region of Peel have access to a voluntary and confidential professional counseling service to help deal with personal concerns.