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Accolad takes human resources management to new heights with its employee recognition platform and automated years of service recognition program, designed to optimize talent retention and employee engagement.
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QUEBEC CITY, March 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an ultra-competitive labor market, Accolad announces the rollout of new features on its employee recognition platform, establishing itself as the go-to solution for companies striving to become employers of choice. As talent retention becomes the number one priority for HR departments, Accolad offers a strategic lever to build a strong and human-centric corporate culture.
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Employee Recognition: A Legal and Strategic Imperative
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Since the adoption of Bill 27, Quebec employers with 20 or more employees are required to integrate the prevention of psychosocial risks. With a lack of recognition identified as a major risk factor, implementing a structured employee recognition program is no longer an option—it is an organizational necessity.
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“A modern HR platform must go beyond simple administrative management. It must nurture a sense of belonging,” says Julie Tessier, Communications Lead at Accolad. “Our solution allows companies to automate gestures of appreciation while maintaining the essential personal touch.”
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Why Choose Accolad as Your Employee Recognition Platform?
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Accolad stands out with a 360-degree approach that meets the needs of both large organizations and SMEs:
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- Intelligent Automation: No more tedious manual tracking for your years of service recognition program. The platform automatically manages work anniversaries and gift deliveries.
- Deep Personalization: Every congratulatory message is tailored to the company’s brand identity (logo, colors, tone).
- Diverse Rewards Catalog: Access to over 100 gift cards from major brands, offering employees total freedom of choice.
- Seamless Integration: Smooth connection with communication tools (Teams, Slack) and leading HR platforms (Workday, etc.).
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Expert Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Employee Recognition (SEO FAQ)
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What is an employee recognition platform?
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An employee recognition platform is a SaaS software designed to structure, centralize, and automate workplace appreciation. It allows for the celebration of individual and collective achievements through social walls, tangible rewards, and peer-to-peer recognition tools.
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Why implement an employee recognition program?
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According to organizational performance experts, a well-structured employee recognition program helps:
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- Increase productivity by 15% to 25%.
- Significantly reduce turnover rates.
- Enhance employer branding to attract top talent.
- Comply with Bill 27 requirements regarding health and safety at work.
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How does Accolad’s years of service recognition program work?
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Accolad’s years of service recognition program celebrates loyalty (1, 5, 10 years, etc.) without any manual HR intervention. The system sends a personalized gift code via email on the exact date, allowing the employee to choose their reward from a comprehensive digital catalog.
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