JULY 2026 – Boyden, a premier global talent and leadership advisory firm, has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms 2026 by Forbes and Statista.
Boyden was recognized as one of the Top 5 firms in the Executive Search category, which highlights firms that place highly qualified leaders in CEO, C-suite, board, and other senior executive roles.
“Receiving this recognition once again is particularly meaningful as Boyden marks its 80th anniversary globally,” said Brent Cameron, Board Chair, Boyden Canada. “In Canada, where we've proudly served clients for more than 50 years through our partner-led offices, this recognition reflects the lasting relationships we've built, the calibre of our people, and the confidence clients continue to place in Boyden. We help hundreds of clients in Canada every year with their most important executive and board level recruitments, with a particular expertise assisting privately held, family-owned, mid-cap organizations as well as educational, healthcare, government and social sector institutions.”
The Forbes ranking is based on a comprehensive evaluation combining industry recommendations and performance data. It draws on input from approximately 15,000 participants across Canada, including HR managers and hiring decision-makers, external recruiters, and candidates with recent experience working with recruiting firms. Firms were evaluated across three categories: Executive Search, Professional Search, and Temporary Staffing.
About Boyden
Boyden is a premier leadership and talent advisory firm with more than 75 offices in over 45 countries. Our global reach and Canadian depth enable us to meet client needs wherever they operate. In Canada, Boyden has 6 offices and 110 partners and staff who connect great companies with great leaders through executive search and leadership consulting solutions. Boyden delivers a tailored, partner-led, high-touch approach designed to strengthen organizations for what comes next.
Boyden is proud to be recognized on Forbes Canada’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms 2026 list and as one of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms 2026. For further information, please visit www.boyden.com.
Contact:
Chris Swee, Boyden
Chief Marketing Officer
E: cswee@boyden.com