In Canada, how an organization handles layoffs says everything about its leadership. In moments of transition, your choice of outplacement partner isn’t just operational — it’s cultural, emotional, and reputational.
Gallagher is a well-established global HR consultancy, providing services across insurance, benefits, and talent management. But when it comes to Canadian outplacement, many organizations are discovering that bigger isn’t always better, especially when the needs are local, emotional, and nuanced.
At CareerJoy, we specialize in one thing: people. We’re not a division. We’re not a bolt-on. We are Canada’s national people and culture firm, built for transitions, leadership development, and career clarity. And our model reflects that: integrated, AI-informed, and 100% built around the real-world challenges facing Canadian organizations.
Gallagher operates as a large insurance and benefits firm that also offers talent services, including outplacement, often via acquired providers. Their model may be suitable for large-scale, U.S.-based transitions, but it often lacks the personalization, bilingual support, and sectoral nuance required in the Canadian context.
CareerJoy, by contrast, is an independent, 100% Canadian firm focused entirely on people and culture. Outplacement isn’t an add-on for us — it’s core to what we do.
We provide:
This matters more than ever. According to the ICF, coaching outcomes improve by more than 60% when there is cultural and contextual alignment between coach and client. When you’re working with people through one of the most emotionally vulnerable transitions of their career, alignment isn’t optional. It’s fundamental.
In 2025, Canadian HR leaders are navigating:
According to HRPA:
Gallagher’s model — focused primarily on benefits, compensation, and insurance — often under-delivers in the human-first coaching and integration Canadian professionals need.
CareerJoy is different. Our coaches are Canadian. Our methodology is Canadian. Our outcomes are built for retention, wellbeing, and clarity.
And our results speak for themselves: a 4.7 Google rating, hundreds of verified reviews, and long-term partnerships with leading employers across government, healthcare, education, finance, and non-profits.
“They didn’t just hand me a resume template — they helped me rediscover my voice and value. That gave me confidence when I needed it most.” — Alisha McCarthy, Outplacement Client
A provincial utility firm was preparing to transition 75 employees as part of a restructuring. They evaluated both Gallagher and CareerJoy. Gallagher proposed a standard outplacement offering delivered through a U.S.-based team. CareerJoy offered:
The difference was clear.
“We needed more than a provider — we needed a partner. CareerJoy’s model felt human from the very beginning. Our people noticed. So did our leadership team.” — Claire Thibodeau, Director, HR & Labour Relations
Results:
CareerJoy brings more than a resume review. Our hybrid model supports:
We also understand:
CareerJoy provides a complete model:
Where Gallagher emphasizes scale and packages, CareerJoy focuses on relationships, impact, and measurable outcomes.
“CareerJoy helped me reframe how I saw myself — and what I could do next. That changed everything.” — Nadine Evans, Former Manager, Transition Client
“CareerJoy was there when it mattered most. They helped our staff move forward — and helped us lead with integrity.” — Jason Moore, Senior Executive, Public Health Ontario
“Their bilingual support and emotional insight made a huge difference for our Quebec-based teams.” — Lucie Hamelin, Transition Lead, Energy Sector
“After being laid off, CareerJoy helped me not just land, but lead. They saw me as more than my resume.” — Catherine Boyd, Career Transition Client
“I’ve worked with a lot of firms. CareerJoy felt different. Human, honest, and incredibly effective.” — Thomas Chan, Leadership Coaching Client
“The support I received helped me regain confidence at a critical time. I wouldn’t be where I am without them.” — Jasmine Patel, Outplacement Recipient
If your outplacement partner isn’t aligned with your culture — or your country — it’s time to choose differently.
CareerJoy is Canada’s national people & culture firm — trusted by the Government of Canada, Shopify, World Vision, BMW, YMCA, BGC Canada, and more. As an APEX partner with a 4.7 Google rating, we support career transitions, leadership development, and hybrid coaching across every sector.
Human-first. AI-smart. 100% Canadian. Global reach. Proven results.
matt.goff@careerjoy.com | 1-877-256-2569
