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Graduate employability: top universities in Canada ranked by employers 2026

Canadian universities producing the most employable graduates have been ranked by companies around the world in the Global University Employability Ranking 2026. These are the top universities in Canada for producing graduates ready for careers

    October 30 2025
    University of Toronto

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    Thirteen Canadian universities appear in the Global Employability University Ranking 2026, designed by the HR consultancyand published exclusively by ÌÇÐÄVlog. The ranking reveals which universities recruiters at top companies think are best at preparing students for the workplace.

    Canadian universities are popular with international students for offering cheaper tuition costs than many US colleges, as well as a simple application process.

    Students thinking about graduate jobs will be pleased to hear that Canadian universities also maintain an excellent reputation with employers.

    The University of Toronto is the top Canadian choice among employers. Canadian universities in the ranking are spread across the country, including Ontario, Québec and British Columbia.









    Top three universities in Canada for graduate employability

    1. University of Toronto

    Many ideas and inventions that began at the University of Toronto have had a significant impact on the global economy, whether through start-ups, commercial partnerships or businesses.

    In disciplines from medicine to engineering, the university attracts world-leading scholars to undertake groundbreaking research and transfer that knowledge to students.

    The university’s strategic priorities include strengthening international partnerships and reimagining undergraduate education to prepare students for lifelong learning.

    2. McGill University

    Every year, students at McGill participate in Innovation Week, which explores topics such as entrepreneurship in music and the future of health. Activities are led by students and provide opportunities to connect with innovators and form industry partnerships.

    Three hubs for entrepreneurial students offer start-up competitions, technology-based projects, and support and mentorship.

    Opportunities to learn beyond the classroom include entrepreneurship projects, internships, public speaking training and museum excursions.

    3. University of British Columbia

    The University of British Columbia has a jobs and volunteering board for students and alumni to browse and find opportunities.

    UBC also gives employers the opportunity to recruit students from the university through careers fairs, recruitment booths and uploading jobs to the university’s jobs board.


    Top universities in Canada for graduate employability 2026

    Click each institution to view its full World University Rankings 2026Ìýprofile.

    Canada Employability Rank 2026Global Employability Rank 2026Global Employability Rank 2025UniversityCityÌý
    12014University of TorontoToronto
    23131McGill UniversityMontrealÌý
    33636University of British ColumbiaVancouver
    48588McMaster UniversityHamilton
    58884University of Montreal/HECMontrealÌý
    6122193University of WaterlooWaterloo
    7158170University of AlbertaEdmonton
    8171181University of OttawaOttawa
    9188NRSimon Fraser UniversityBurnaby
    10190NRQueen’s University – SmithKingston
    11196186University of VictoriaVictoria
    12248NRWestern UniversityÌýLondon
    13249NRYork UniversityÌýToronto

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