The Business of Belonging: How Encore and Alliance Are Redefining Workplace Partnerships

May 29 2025

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We believe that who you choose to work with matters just as much as what you do.

By partnering with Alliance Cleaning Solutions, we’re investing not only in excellent service, but in the strength of local businesses and the creation of more inclusive communities. This collaboration is helping to create meaningful opportunities for immigrant women as they build new lives in Canada.

Alliance Cleaning Solutions is a women-led and operated commercial cleaning company based in Mississauga, Ontario. Specializing in office, retail, and warehouse cleaning, Alliance also has a sister company, Alliance Home Cleaning, which offers residential services. Both businesses are grounded in a mission to empower women by providing fair, meaningful employment opportunities.

Founder Luisa Montoya launched Alliance after witnessing firsthand how difficult it can be for immigrant women to find stable work in Canada. Recognizing an opportunity to raise the standard in the cleaning industry, Luisa created a company that not only delivers exceptional service, but also prioritizes equity and creates supportive work environments where women can thrive.

Together, Alliance’s residential and commercial divisions employ approximately 25 women, all of them immigrants working to build new lives in cities across Canada.

A recent partnership with us marks an exciting new chapter for Alliance. Our collaboration began when we acquired our new office space in Brampton and sought a cleaning service to support the transition.

“I realized that we share a lot of the same mission and values,” said Luisa, “not only empowering women, but also the environmental sustainability plan that they shared with us.” Alliance will now provide regular cleaning for our beautiful new Brampton office.

We realized that we share a lot of the same mission and values...

Luisa Montoya - Alliance Cleaning Solutions

In today’s post-pandemic workplace, Luisa and her team understand the vital role they play in maintaining a clean, safe environment for employees returning to the office.

“I realized that Encore cares a lot about the employees,” Luisa added. “They really want to make sure that the office is clean and feels safe for everyone to come back.”

Maria, Trusted Cleaner at ACS

It is important to Luisa and her team that their partnerships reflect their core values of equity and community. Our has enabled Alliance to onboard and train more women in the Brampton and Mississauga areas. This has supported the company’s growth, built trust with employees and clients, and strengthened its reputation as a purpose-driven business.

When larger companies commit to working with local, value-based organizations, the long-term impact is significant. As a Canadian business dedicated to helping immigrant women secure fair, meaningful employment, the Alliance Encore partnership represents more than just a contract. It is an investment in people, in communities, and in a more inclusive Canadian economy.

“Working with Encore has a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of the women we employ,” said Luisa. “Their support doesn’t just help our business grow, it creates real jobs for immigrant women who are rebuilding their lives in Canada.

“When companies like Encore choose to work with local purpose driven businesses they are helping build stronger communities and a more inclusive economy. We’re proud to call them a partner.”