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Toxic Workplace - Anonymous employee Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network Employee Review

1.0
14 Nov 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Extra vacation days which are sorely needed to recover from the toxic environment

Cons

Very toxic culture, backstabbing badmouthing colleagues, managers insulting and berating employees in meetings. Doing good work here gets you nowhere. Bullying goes completely uncontrolled. Nasty attitudes, employees who don't want to help, just complain all day. Unfair pay structure. Favoritism and promotion of the most undeserving and horrid individuals. Rats and roaches rampant in a filthy disgusting office. Theivery happening as well, poor security crackheads walking in from the street.

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Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We truly value input from both current and former employees, as it helps us enhance our workplace. We regret to hear about your experience at ORION. Our goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone. We’d appreciate the opportunity to discuss your feedback further. Please feel free to reach out to our HR team at feedback@orion.on.ca Sincerely, HR Team

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5.0
17 July 2025
Anonymous contractor
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Pros

- Generous vacation allowance and personal days, well above industry average - Flexible hybrid work model - Flat organizational structure with approachable leadership - Management actively encourages open communication and continuous improvement - Supportive and collaborative team environment — colleagues genuinely care about each other - Strong emphasis on employee well-being. - Excellent opportunities for professional development and internal growth - Leadership that truly listens to feedback and values employee input - Inclusive and respectful workplace culture - Meaningful and purpose-driven work

Cons

Honestly, there aren’t any major downsides I experienced during my time here. It’s easy to see why so many employees stay for years — it’s a great place for long-term growth

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Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network Response
10mo
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We're genuinely grateful to hear that your experience reflected many of the values we strive to uphold, from fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace culture to prioritizing employee well-being and development. Your comments about our leadership, team environment, and growth opportunities are especially meaningful, as we believe these are the cornerstones of a healthy and thriving organization. We're also pleased to know that our flexible work model and generous time-off policies have made a positive impact on your work-life balance. We truly appreciate your recognition, and we're proud to know that your time with us was fulfilling and rewarding. Wishing you continued success in all your future endeavors!
4.0
29 Nov 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Benefits package is great considering that it is a not for profit. Teams are putting efforts in improving processes, teamwork and communication. Flexibility (2 days in office)

Cons

Office location is good but the unit needs a more modern and dynamic set up. After many years in the organization, for some employees it is difficult to absorb changes.

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Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network Response
10mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you value our benefits package and flexible work model, as well as the ongoing efforts by our teams to improve processes and collaboration. It's always encouraging to know these efforts are being recognized. We also appreciate your candid comments about the office environment and the challenges that can come with change. We understand that evolving an organization, especially one with long-tenured team members, requires thoughtful communication and support. Your feedback reinforces the importance of continuing to modernize our workspace and foster adaptability as we move forward. Thank you again for your insights and for being a part of our journey. Your perspective helps us grow.
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