Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, September 2025 — Sarah Harkness, CHRP has been appointed as Senior Director, People & Culture at EllisDon, marking a significant step in her career and reaffirming the company’s focus on people-centric growth. In her new role, Sarah will lead strategic people initiatives, foster inclusive workplace practices, and drive organizational transformation to strengthen EllisDon’s culture and performance.
Sarah has been with EllisDon for nearly seven years, steadily advancing through roles of increasing responsibility. Most recently, she served as Director, People & Culture, where she focused on shaping HR strategies to support business growth and talent development. Before that, she held positions including Senior Manager, People & Culture, Assistant Manager, People & Culture, and People & Culture Coordinator, gaining expertise across talent management, workforce engagement, and organizational development.
Earlier in her career, Sarah contributed her expertise as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at EllisDon, a Human Resources Coordinator at Bluewater Imaging, and a Human Resources Assistant at Sunwing. Her professional journey also includes leadership and customer-facing roles in hospitality, which sharpened her people skills and her ability to manage diverse teams in dynamic environments.
Sarah holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management and Services from Sheridan College and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Wilfrid Laurier University. She is also a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), reflecting her commitment to advancing HR standards and practices.
About EllisDon
EllisDon is a leading construction and building services company that delivers complex, high-performance projects across Canada and internationally. With over 74 years of experience, EllisDon is a fully integrated firm offering comprehensive Cradle-to-Grave services spanning the entire lifecycle of a build. From early planning and construction to long-term maintenance and operations, EllisDon ensures lasting value for the clients and communities it serves.
Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, EllisDon is guided by its core values and a commitment to building inclusive, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure. The company embraces innovation and emerging technologies to push industry standards forward while creating exceptional career opportunities for its people.
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