Our culture
Help shape the Canva magic.
Our values
Our values light our path and lead our way. They shape everything from the way we hire, to our growth and development framework, even the way we sort our recycling.
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The Canva magic
It’s hard to explain what makes life at Canva so special, but there’s no doubt our values-led culture plays a huge role in empowering our team to do the best work of their lives.
Our culture is unique, human centric and a little bit magical. It’s continually evolving over time, because every single Canvanaut plays an active role in shaping the Canva magic. From all the incredible ways Canvanauts bring our values to life, to the unique identities, experiences and talents they bring to their roles, every Canvanaut plays an active role in evolving our culture.
Experience growth
Growth and impact go hand in hand with our culture. We have fire in our bellies to drive outcomes for our users, for each other, and for our communities.
We encourage our team to take on challenges that well beyond their comfort zone. This, combined with our laser focus on impact, means Canvanauts have huge opportunities for growth.
Be a Force for Good
As a global platform we strongly believe we have a responsibility to do the most good we can in the world. Being a Force for Good is threaded through everything we do and our team are inspired by our values and mission to take action.
We actively encourage every Canvanaut to use their three days of paid Force For Good volunteer leave each year, to make a positive difference to the issues that are close to their heart. We also have a Gift Matching Program for our team to support causes they care about.
But these actions are just the beginning.
Sustainability
“In this day and age, companies have a much greater responsibility than the old mantra to do no evil.” - Melanie Perkins (She/Her), CEO and Co-founder.
We're driven by our Be A Force For Good value to take bold climate action. The scientific consensus is clear that we must limit global warming to 1.5°C. To achieve this, the planet needs to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Canva’s Australian operations have been carbon neutral since 2020. As of 2021, our entire global operations, including print and subsidiaries, are also carbon neutral. We’ve now entered the Beyond Net Zero phase, where we focus on regeneration, building our impact and healing the planet.
Canva always provides the space and environment to be a good human!
The passion and focus surrounding the company's vibe, the support and trust from fellow Canvanauts and always providing the space for us to be our best selves and it is what makes up our culture. Which is truly unique and special!
At its heart, Canva champions an environment where diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but are lived values that can be felt in every aspect of the company culture.
I truly value the sense of belonging and the opportunity to be my authentic self, without fear of judgment or limitation. The encouragement to contribute my unique perspectives not only boosts my confidence but also reinforces the importance of diverse voices in achieving our mission.
Canvanauts make complex things simple while being forces for good.
It's fascinating how consistent the whole employee experience looks and feels for all Canvanauts around the world. It truly is what makes Canva so special!
Everyone I work with is excited to be here and engaged with their work everyday.
It's a rewarding and motivating experience to work alongside them. It's also amazing to work on a team with the goal of expanding the outreach of Canva globally, and it's inspiring to be able to see it happen season-to-season.
While at Canva, I've been able to be a part of so many wonderful initiatives, events and moments that I will never forget.
As a member of our local DE&I Champions Group, I had the privilege of helping plan events at our Austin Campus for Hispanic Heritage Month. Being a Latina, it was extremely special to share traditions that mean the most to me, with my fellow Canvanauts. It's what makes the culture here so special!