Manage HR Magazine: Awards Ranking
Manage HR Magazine Canada proudly presents the Top 10 Learning and Development Leaders in Canada 2026, recognizing professionals who are advancing workforce capability through impactful learning strategies and a commitment to continuous growth. These leaders design development programs that align employee potential with organizational objectives while supporting the evolving needs of modern workplaces. Their leadership helps organizations strengthen workforce readiness and adapt to changing business demands, enabling long-term success across Canada's dynamic and competitive employment landscape.
Top 10 Learning and Development Leaders in Canada - 2026
Linda Bowler
Director of Learning and Development, Sun Life
Linda Bowler works at Sun Life as the Director of Learning & Development, whose role entails enabling employees to develop skills that evolve along with their business needs. Over 15 years’ worth of experience in the field of learning & development, she is characterized by an unwavering focus on the development of leaders through coaching and practical learning. Her work is all about building learning experiences that enable individuals to grow within complex organizations.
Perviz Thaver
Director, Learning & Development, Loblaw Companies Limited
Perviz Thaver is the director of Learning & Development at Loblaw Companies Limited. Having spent more than a decade with the organization across talent management, leadership development and learning roles, he focuses on helping employees and emerging leaders build capabilities that match the demands of a large and complex workforce. His work reflects a view that leadership readiness is developed over time rather than at the point of promotion.
