Toxic and full of red flags - Anonymous employee Extendicare Employee Review

1.0
2 Dec 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Some colleagues are good, honest and one of the only reasons people stay.

Cons

This organization has one of the highest turnover rates I’ve ever seen, driven by a toxic workplace culture. Projects are often launched without clear goals, leading to wasted effort and frustration. Recognition for good work is nonexistent, while poor performers are promoted, creating a demoralizing environment. Many talented employees leave quickly, and morale among those who remain is low. If you’re looking for a place that values its people and invests in meaningful work, this is not it.

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Extendicare Response
6mo
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the concerns you’ve raised regarding workplace culture, communication, and recognition. Feedback like this is important, and we take it seriously — especially when it relates to morale, turnover, and how supported our teams feel. We understand how essential clear project goals, meaningful recognition, and fair development opportunities are in creating a positive work environment. Your comments help us identify areas where we need to do better and continue strengthening leadership support, communication, and consistency across the organization. If you’d like to share more about your experience, please connect with us at Recruitment@Extendicare.com. Sincerely, Extendicare Team

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