Phelps

Phelps is a purpose-driven executive search firm in Canada committed to elevating leadership and unlocking human potential. For nearly 40 years, the company has specialised in executive search, leadership advisory services, board governance advisory, and interim management solutions designed to help organisations build high-performing teams. Phelps goes beyond filling roles by matching talent with opportunity and aligning passion with purpose, ensuring every placement is rooted in culture, mission, and vision. The company's experienced executive recruiters deliver strategic search, deep sector expertise, and personalised approaches that drive meaningful impact and sustainable results.

Phelps specialises across a diverse range of sectors including technology, digital and innovation, public sector and crown corporations, sustainability and environmental social and governance, not-for-profit and social impact, energy infrastructure and industrials, consumer sports and entertainment, indigenous and first nations-led organisations, marketing communications public relations and media, healthcare executive search, financial services and fintech, education at both K-12 and post-secondary levels, family enterprise and founder-led organisations, and transportation. This broad sectoral expertise enables the firm to serve purpose-driven organisations across Canada with deep industry knowledge and tailored talent solutions.

Operating from its head office in Toronto with additional offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, and Thunder Bay, Phelps serves organisations nationwide. The company is recognised among the top executive search firms in Canada, with a proven track record of excellence, 98 per cent of placements remaining in role for three or more years, and over 80 per cent of clients partnering with Phelps repeatedly. The firm's commitment to diversity and inclusion, combined with its extensive network and future-ready talent intelligence, positions it as a trusted partner for building transformative leadership teams that elevate businesses and enrich communities across the country.