Feels like home! - People Partner Canva Employee Review

5.0
Dec 29, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

A place where you can really be yourself, sharing your interests and passions with others. People are so welcoming, they invite you to lunch, sit with you if you're on your own, but also respect your privacy if you're focusing hard on something. Work is work, and some products are cooler than others, but the people here are next level. You won't want the days to end!

Cons

Like in all things startups, I have seen a few things come through at the last minute which require people to change direction quickly. This isn't always easy. But if you have a strong team around you, they always make light of the situation, and rally together to get it done.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

⁠The work culture is amazing and highly collaborative. There are plenty of opportunities to learn new technologies, and the perks/benefits are excellent.⁠The work culture is amazing and highly collaborative. There are plenty of opportunities to learn new technologies, and the perks/benefits are excellent.⁠

Cons

The company is growing very fast, so internal processes and structure change frequently. Work-life balance can be tricky during big product launches.⁠

3.0
May 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Product is beloved by users. Brand affinity is second to none which makes being a marketer a lot of fun. Genuinely good and caring coworkers who want to build something great. Hiring bar is high. Vibe and Thrive benefit is clever and unique.

Cons

Behind the brand is a cult like culture with the “founders” surrounded by yes people (whether they are aware of it or not). Mediocrity seems to be tolerated among management’s “old guard” causing tension and churn with newer and sometimes more experienced leaders. Insecure leaders at some of the highest levels perpetuate much of the toxic behaviors described in the reviews below such as gaslighting and favoritism. People “disappear” with little to no explanation, but hey, it’s the “Canva way”.

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