KPMG Canada survey: One in three Canadian firms plan M&A within 18 months, HR urged to prepare for integration risks
Key points
- January 2026 KPMG Canada survey: 252 business leaders across 14 sectors; one in three plan major M&A within 18 months
- TMX Group's Karin Adams will join an HRFest Canada 2026 panel covering key-talent retention, employees on leave and communication
- Adams says business leaders often overlook hidden integration costs
A January 2026 KPMG Canada survey of 252 business leaders across 14 sectors found that one in three Canadian businesses plan major M&A in the next 18 months. TMX Group's Karin Adams will join an HRFest Canada 2026 panel on Nov. 10–11 covering deal mechanics, key-talent retention, employees on leave and communication. Adams says business leaders often overlook hidden integration costs.
Original report: Human Resources Director ↗Edited with AI assistance. Facts are based on official sources and original reports.