The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) and provincial trucking associations will be holding events to celebrate the important contributions made by the 400,000 Canadian men and women who keep the country's freight moving during National Trucking Week.
During the month of September, Canada Cartage will hold BBQs, breakfasts, and a host of other activities across our locations to celebrate. Watch for details from your local team.
Don't forget to send photos from any of your events to thebeaver@canadacartage.com. Your photo may be used in a future edition of the eBeaver, or the print edition of The Beaver.
Thank you to our drivers and staff for your commitment and professionalism and for keeping the country moving
Speedee employees at our transport terminal in British Columbia enjoyed a delicious picnic lunch
IN MEMORY OF FRED LESLIE
We were saddened to learn of the passing of former Canada Cartage co-owner Fred Leslie at the age of 90. Fred was the grandson of company founder Robert Leslie, and along with business partner Bill Lindsay, acquired Canada Cartage in 1973 from Fred’s father Rodger Leslie. Fred was a well-respected and well-liked leader at the company, and continued to attend company functions until very recently He will be missed
Fred's life was a remarkable journey. Born into challenging circumstances, Fred spent his early years as a ward of the Toronto Children's Aid Society, being shuffled from foster home to foster home in Toronto. At age 12, his life took a dramatic turn when he was fostered and subsequently adopted by the Leslie family of Parkdale This act of love and kindness set him on a path that would lead to an extraordinary life
After attending St. Andrew's College in Aurora, Fred began his professional journey at the family business, Canada
Cartage, where he learned the trucking industry from the ground up. In 1973, he acquired the company from his father, Rodger Leslie, and, together with his business partner, transformed it into a leader in the Canadian trucking industry. Fred's tenure with the company spanned 50 years, during which he played a crucial role in its expansion and success
When not working, Fred enjoyed sports, including tennis, golf, curling and skiing He was an active member at Mississaugua Golf and Country Club for over 55 years, where he was the second of four generations of members. Service and faith were central to Fred's life. He was a dedicated member of Islington United Church in Etobicoke, where he served faithfully in many capacities including Church Elder, Trustee, and ultimately earned the designation Honourary Trustee. A particular passion of Fred's was the church's Mabelle Food Program, where he volunteered well into his 80s. Fred also found joy in serving his broader community. As a Rotarian for 25 years, he was named a Paul Harris Fellow, the organization's highest honour. He was involved with Goodwill Services for 12 years, and served on many professional and volunteer boards over the years.
But family was everything for Fred and brought him his greatest joy He was a devoted husband to Donna, the true love of his life He was a loving and devoted dad to Heather, Rodger, Kimberley, and Susan His love for Donna and their children was boundless, and together they created a home filled with warmth, love, and laughter. When grandchildren and then great-grandchildren came along, he became their beloved Grumps and loved them boundlessly as well. Fred Leslie's life was marked by gratitude, service, and immense love. He lived a remarkable life and was grateful for every moment of it. This legacy will live on in our hearts forever.
To honour Fred’s memory with a donation, please visit the Children's Aid Foundation of Canada at cafdn.org/FredLeslie.
Rodger Leslie (left) and Fred Leslie (right)
SAFETY CORNER
SIMPLE TIPS FOR TRUCK DRIVERS DURING BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON
It is back-to-school time. Kids will be coming out of the woodwork. School zones will be crowded and chaotic, and school buses will be back on the roads. It is an excellent time of year to review some key safety messages.
Slow Down: Reduce your speed in school zones, especially before and after school. Watch for lower speed limits and flashing lights in these areas.
Watch for School Buses: Never pass a school bus with its stop sign out and lights flashing. Keep a safe distance so you have plenty of time to stop. The area around buses is especially dangerous for kids.
Stay Alert in School Zones: Look out for children walking, biking, or playing near the road Pay attention to crossing guards and stay focused on driving.
Plan Your Route: Try to avoid driving near schools during busy drop-off and pick-up times. Use highways or other roads instead of driving through neighborhoods when possible.
NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation statutory holiday is observed on September 30th of each calendar year. This holiday was established to honour survivors of residential schools, their families and communities and to commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools.
Although Canada Cartage observes this day in February, we encourage staff to recognize this day with two minutes of silence at 9:30 AM local time. We also encourage staff to wear orange to raise awareness of residential schools’ tragic legacy and honour the thousands of survivors.
OMA’S GRAND ADVENTURE
When one of CCLS’s valued customers reached out with a special request, the Canada Cartage team was eager to help make a dream come true. Traudi Murray, an 82-year-old visitor from Poole, England, had a few dreams she hoped to fulfill during her visit to Canada. After facing several challenging years, including significant medical issues and major heart surgery last year, Traudi, affectionately called “Oma”, expressed her desire to check off a unique item from her bucket list a ride in a transport truck.
Don Miller from Superior Glove contacted us to see if we could arrange this experience. Our dedicated team at the head office collaborated to bring Traudi’s dream to life. Chris Henry, one of our Company Drivers, had the pleasure of taking Traudi on a scenic ride from our head office in Mississauga, Ontario, to downtown Toronto, offering stunning views of Lake Ontario and the city.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the head office team who made this special moment possible, including Gord Karpf, National Director of Safety & Compliance; Peter Nicholson, Terminal Manager; Samantha Janveau, Operations Manager; and Derrick Sosu, Operations Manager.
DON’T FORGET! SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD APPLICATIONS DUE SEPTEMBER 15TH
For the past sixty-three years, Canada Cartage has been providing a monetary award to children of employees who have achieved academic excellence.
The top 5 candidates nationally are given awards in each of the following categories:
Grade 9 = $300 for the top 5 applicants
Grade 10 = $300 for the top 5 applicants
Grade 11 = $300 for the top 5 applicants
Grade 12 = $500 for the top 5 applicants
Post-secondary School Undergrad = $1000 for the top 5 applicants
The deadline for submissions is September 15th. Forms are available through your supervisor, Human Resources, or Radius Hub under Corporate/Forms
DEALS ON WHEELS: PERKOPOLIS
Whether you are getting your kids ready to return to the classroom or learning at home, Perkopolis has back-to-school savings for you and your family With more than 5,000 offers on Perkopolis, you will find something for everyone
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SKECHERS: Save 30% on select work and casual styles
Samsung: Save up to 10% on select Samsung products
The scholarships are available to children of current employees only, including step-children, provided the child is listed as a dependent on the employee’s group insurance benefits. The parent must be a current employee at the time of payment. The program does not apply to grandchildren of employees. Payment will be made directly to the student. Haven’t registered yet? Here’s how:
Mini Mioche: Save 15% off the Mini Mioche site
UGG: Get up to 10% off items online
Hello Fresh: Get up to 23 free meals with free breakfast
to perkopolis.com
your corporate email address 2 Look for an email from Perkopolis with a link to complete your registration. 3
GET CONNECTED YOU DON’T WANT TO WIN THIS PHISHING PRIZE
When it comes to staying safe online, it usually helps to remember an old rule: “If it seems too good to be true, it usually is.” In this month’s scam, cybercriminals are trying to trick you into forgetting this simple rule by sending you phishing emails. The phishing emails say that you have an opportunity to win a prize, usually from a major organization or brand, such as Marriott, Costco, Home Depot, and more
The emails vary slightly in their content, but they all offer you the opportunity to win a prize by simply clicking a button and providing some personal information. However, the emails were sent by cybercriminals If you click the link, you will be directed to a webpage that they control. If you enter any personal or financial information here, the cybercriminals will be able to see it immediately. You won’t win any prize from clicking the links, but the cybercriminals will. They’ll be able to steal your data!
Follow these tips to avoid falling victim to a phishing scam:
Major companies don’t usually give things away for free Be very cautious of any unsolicited emails that offer something at no cost.
Be very cautious when entering personal or financial information, especially after clicking a link in an email. If you need to enter your information online, make sure that you are on the organization’s official webpage. Look for signs of a phishing email. Most will contain a call to action, such as clicking a link in order to win a prize. If you believe the email is a phishing scam, click the “Phish Alert” button (if you are using the company Outlook email program) or click the “Spam” button on your personal email account
HOT JOBS
We have several open positions across Canada We invite you to share these roles with your friends and networks who might be interested in these positions.
For a listing of all open positions, visit www.drivecanadacartage.com
Warehouse Operations Supervisor (Afternoon Shift) Calgary, Alberta
Are you ready to take charge and lead a team to new heights? As our Warehouse Operations Supervisor, you'll be at the forefront of driving success and excellence in a fast-paced environment. Your mission: to exceed company goals in safety, efficiency, quality, and inventory accuracy. You'll inspire and manage a dedicated team, crafting and executing innovative action plans that streamline our receiving, warehousing, and shipping processes. Join us in our commitment to delivering top-notch service while optimizing costs and being the driving force behind our operational triumphs Get ready to make an impact! APPLY HERE
When you see a team member doing great work, let them know by sending them a thank you card or certificate. Each quarter, a team in each region reviews all submissions and recognizes those who have gone "Above and Beyond" to receive a $50.00 gift certificate. Each winner is also eligible for the President's Award in January. You can email your recognition, along with the reason why you nominated the recipient and the values they demonstrated, to recognition@canadacartage.com, or online at www.canadacartage.com/truenorth
TRUE NORTH NOMINEES
The following employees received True North nominations from their peers for demonstrating our core values. Congratulations to all of our nominees, and thank you for being great ambassadors for Canada Cartage.
Office Manager Cindy Martyn was presented with a True North Above & Beyond award for demonstrating our company ’ s values. Cindy works out our terminal in London, Ontario.
Terminal Manager Sylvain Bibeau, left, presented Company Driver Hoang Dao with a True North Above & Beyond award for demonstrating our company ’ s values. Sylvain and Hoang work out our terminal in Ottawa, Ontario.
Operations Manager Chris Kitchen, left, presented Company Driver Jaspreet Singh with a True North Above & Beyond award for demonstrating our company ’ s values Chris and Jaspreet work out our terminal in Guelph, Ontario
Dispatcher Kelly Watkins was presented with a True North Certificate for demonstrating our company ’ s values. Kelly works out of our terminal in London, Ontario.
Fuel Tax Manager Evelyne Anderson, right, presented IFTA Administrator Maria Charisma Asumbrado with a True North Certificate for demonstrating our company ’ s values. Evelyne and Maria work out of our terminal in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
PHOTO GALLERY
The specialized moving division of GTI, Precision Specialized, did another big move They recently moved this vessel from Alberta to southern Ontario, with loaded dimensions of 127'x11'5"x15'11".
Front Line Operations Manager Audra Jeffs, left, presented Lorne Siltala with his certificate for 20-years of service. Audra works out of our Calgary terminal and Lorne works out of the Home Depot in Calgary.
Company Driver Abdirahman Dini was presented with his certificate for 10-years of service. Abdirahman works out of our terminal in Regina, Saskatchewan
Company Driver Vern Hesse was presented with his certificate for 10-years of service. Vern works out of our terminal in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Our London, Ontario terminal has a new customer and are happy to be a part of the new convenience store deliveries for Ontario. Pictured are Shunt Driver Christina Neil on the forklift and Company Driver Stuart McKay with the electric pump truck
