TORONTO — UCS Forest Group of Companies has been recognized as a 2023 winner of the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club designation, retaining its Best Managed status for a seventh consecutive year.  

A leading business awards program, Canada’s Best Managed Companies honors excellence in Canadian-owned and managed companies for their innovative, world-class business practices. This award marks UCS Forest Group’s seventh consecutive year requalifying for Best Managed status and its first year qualifying as a Platinum Club member.   

“Platinum Club member status is a unique milestone because it speaks to a thriving culture of trust and support and to our continued ability to adapt and innovate at the highest level within our industry,” says Founder and CEO, Warren Spitz. “We would like to extend our tremendous gratitude to our customers, our suppliers, and of course, our teammates for their ongoing loyalty and support."   

As one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies, UCS Forest Group demonstrates sustained levels of growth through its entrepreneurial spirit and trust-based leadership. The family-owned company, founded 37 years ago, lives its values of professionalism, commitment, integrity, innovation, and sustainability each day. It is these values that fuel the company's mission to Deliver the Difference. What you need. When you need it. By people that know and care.   

“Our people are the foundation of the company – their knowledge, experience, and passion are what drive us forward,” says UCS Forest Group Chief Human Resource Officer and Administration Officer, Nancee Gelineau. “It is our strong culture of care, commitment to innovation, and transparency that contributes to our success.” 

Each year, hundreds of entrepreneurial companies compete for Canada’s Best Managed Companies Award in a rigorous and independent process.