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What Makes a TO P F LE E T E MPLOYE R

Congratulations

2024 TOP FLEET EMPLOYERS AWARD WINNERS

ACHIEVEMENTS OF EXCELLENCE T O P F L E E T S

TFE is a national program that recognizes the importance of having sound HR policies and practices in the trucking and logistics industry. A total of 104 fleets are currently recognized; awards are presented annually for exceptional category performance.

Top Fleet Employers of Distinction 10+ years Challenger Motor Freight, Edge Transportation Services Ltd., Liberty Linehaul Inc., Linamar Transportation Inc., Ryder Canada Supply Chain Solutions, Triton Transport Ltd

Top Small Fleet Classic Freight Transport

Top Medium Fleet Polaris Transportation Group

Top Large Fleet XTL Transport Inc.

Top Private Fleet/ Fleet Services Walmart Fleet ULCHR

Community Engagement XTL Transport Inc.

Employee Engagement Steve’s Livestock Transport

HR Innovator Wellington Group of Companies

HR Leadership Challenger Motor Freight

Workplace Wellness and Mental Health Rosenau Transport Ltd.

Training and Skills Development Bison Transport

Women in the Workplace Armour Transportation Systems

Workplace Culture Parkland Corporation

Workplace Diversity & Inclusion KAG Canada

HR Leader of the Year Colleen Tesarski, HR Manager, People and Culture, Steve’s Livestock Transport

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Intro It’s not easy to be the best in your industry.

And it’s even harder to do it consistently. But the award-winning organizations featured here are the best of the best employers in

trucking and logistics — Top Fleet Employers.

And in this special publication, you’ll see how they got there.

Top Fleet Employers (TFE) is a national program that recognizes excellence in HR policies and practices. TFE is not a competition — it’s recognition for meeting high HR standards and showcasing our industry as a great place to work.

Trucking HR Canada’s most recent labour market information (LMI) forecasts a significant labour shortage in our industry by 2030; employers that achieve TFE status are trailblazers that work hard to create opportunities and showcase the exciting and meaningful work opportunities in our industry.

The 104 fleets recognized in 2024 represent for-hire, private, and fleet services of all sizes and freight segments — from a few employees to well over 1000 — from regions across Canada. Each year, the top small, medium, large, and private/fleet services are recognized, and top organizations in specific categories receive Achievement of Excellence awards.

Award recipients are chosen by our team of assessors and are based on the total results of their TFE application. With THRC’s LMI findings showing a serious labour shortage among drivers and other key roles on the horizon, we’re proud to highlight the TFEs

that continue to find ways to attract and retain the skilled employees vital to keeping Canada’s supply chain moving. What TFEs have in common is their leadership in HR practices and their ongoing dedication to making our industry truly attractive as a long-term, sustainable career choice for Canadians of all backgrounds and abilities.

TFE award winners in particular demonstrate strategies and tactics that are shaping the future of HR in trucking and logistics. THRC will continue tracking LMI data, reporting to industry, and providing guidance so our entire sector continues to be wellequipped to meet our anticipated workforce challenges.

The number of Top Fleet Employers recognized each year varies but only one is awarded an Achievement of Excellence in these areas:

Community Engagement

Employee Engagement

HR Innovator

HR Leadership

Training and Skills Development

Women in the Workplace

Workplace Culture

Workplace Diversity

Workplace Mental Health

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HR Leader

OF THE YEAR The HR Leader of the Year award is TFE’s highest profile award.

It celebrates a human resources professional who epitomizes the highest level of excellence. They are inspiring role models, effective leaders, and agents for positive change in their

organizations and the industry. They keep a keen eye on LMI

data and often have a progressive and innovative approach to attracting and retaining employees to help their organizations meet current workforce challenges and prepare for the future.

2024 COLLEEN TESARSKI, STEVE’S LIVESTOCK TRANSPORT | MB 2023 DAVE DIETRICH, THE ERB GROUP | ON 2022 STACEY MILLER, RST AND SUNBURY TRANSPORT | NB 2021 HEATHER MEWHINNEY, KRISKA HOLDINGS LTD. | ON 2020 ROSANA PRESTON, ROSEDALE TRANSPORT | ON 2019 DENISE MCJANNET, CARON TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS | AB 2018 GEOFF TOPPING, CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON 2017 BRENDA CUTHBERT, SIEMENS TRANSPORTATION GROUP INC. | SK 2016 KEN CROSS, SLH TRANSPORT INC. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Top HR professional in the industry

Role model

Leader with significant positive impact

Often also serves on industry boards, panels, and associations 2023

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2021 2022 2018

2019

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Top SMALL, MEDIUM, L ARGE & PRIVATE/

FLE ET SERVICES

Top Fleet Employer applications are reviewed each year by our team of assessors, and every year, one fleet in each category emerges with the top overall results.

TOP SMALL FLEET 2024 CLASSIC FREIGHT TRANSPORT | NS 2023 TRANS4 GROUP LTD. | ON • 2022 WELLINGTON GROUP OF COMPANIES | ON 2021 WELLINGTON GROUP OF COMPANIES | ON • 2020 ONE FOR FREIGHT | ON 2019 ONE FOR FREIGHT | ON • 2018 ONE FOR FREIGHT | ON • 2017 ONE FOR FREIGHT | ON 2016 TRITON TRANSPORT LTD. | BC

TOP M E DIUM FL EET 2024 POLARIS TRANSPORTATION GROUP | ON 2023 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON • 2022 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON 2021 RST AND SUNBURY TRANSPORT | NB • 2020 SUTCO TRANSPORTATION SPECIALISTS | BC 2019 Q-LINE TRUCKING LTD. | SK • 2018 Q-LINE TRUCKING LTD. | SK 2017 KRISKA HOLDINGS LTD. | ON • 2016 LINAMAR TRANSPORTATION INC. | ON

TOP LARGE FLEET 2024 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON 2023 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON • 2022 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON 2021 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2020 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON 2019 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2018 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2017 BISON TRANSPORT | MB 2016 WESTCAN BULK TRANSPORT | AB

TOP PR I VATE FL EET/FLEET S ERV I CES 2024 WALMART FLEET ULC | ON 2023 WALMART FLEET ULC | ON • 2022 4REFUEL | ON • 2021 WALMART FLEET ULC | ON 2020 OLYMEL — TRANSPORT TRANSBO INC. | QC • 2019 TRAILER WIZARDS | ON 2018 TRAILER WIZARDS | ON • 2017 STG FLEET SERVICES | SK 2016 HOME HARDWARE STORES LIMITED | ON

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2016 TOP MEDIUM FLEET

2020 TOP PRIVATE FLEET

2020 TOP SMALL FLEET

2023 TOP LARGE FLEET

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Congratulations

TO ALL THE 2024 TOP FLEET EMPLOYERS TFE is not a competition — it’s recognition for employers that reach a high bar and showcase the trucking and logistics

industry as a great place to work. They often access THRC

tools and resources to help them meet the highest standards for HR policies and practices.

At 104, the 2024 TFE group is the biggest ever. All the fleets here are making considerable investments in their people and programs with forward-thinking HR policies and practices.

THRC’s LMI research is helping drive programs so our industry can meet ongoing labour challenges, meaning we can keep Canada’s goods moving today and into the future.

ALL TF ES

Meet or exceed high standards of excellence and elevate HR standards in the industry

Are dedicated to continuous improvement, education, and innovation

Meet a rigorous application and review process; policies and practices are scrutinized by expert assessors

Are evaluated on multiple criteria in skills development, workplace culture, employee engagement, recruitment, compensation, sustainability, innovative HR policies, and employee survey results

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Community

ENGAGEMENT This award is new for 2024 and was developed jointly by Trucking HR Canada and the Trucks for Change Network to recognize

positive social and community contributions. Organizations that demonstrate strong values also foster a sense of unity, purpose, and shared beliefs among employees. THRC’s LMI research

indicates this is an important consideration for younger people entering the workforce.

2024 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS

Corporate values emphasize partnerships that benefit the community

Demonstrated financial and active involvement in community and social causes

Support and encouragement for employees to participate in charitable activities in their communities

Programs to track impact, nurture pride, and inspire a culture of philanthropy

Policies and practices that increase sustainability and track reduction in environmental impact

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 W H Y I S COMMU N I T Y EN G A GEMEN T I MP ORT AN T ?

Aside from the direct benefits to our communities, community engagement can have a large positive impact on businesses.

Participating in community engagement helps companies strengthen their employer brand, which can have positive impacts on attraction, recruitment, and retention of top talent. According to LinkedIn’s 2021 Employer Brand Statistics, a strong employer brand can reduce an organization’s turnover rate by 28% and reduce hiring costs by 50%1.

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Employee

ENGAGEMENT The Achievement of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement is presented to the TFE that has a strong formal commitment

to supporting and engaging employees. An employee survey is a key component of this award because it describes authentic experiences in the workplace and measures overall employee satisfaction.

2024 Steve’s Livestock Transport | MB • 2023 Polaris Transportation Group | ON 2022 Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. | BC • 2021 ONE for Freight | ON 2020 Fortigo Freight Services Inc. | ON • 2019 STG Fleet Services | SK 2018 Sutco Transportation Specialists | BC • 2017 Sutco Transportation Specialists | BC

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Innovative approaches to ongoing employee input including regular surveys, online feedback channels, town halls, newsletters, and in-person meetings

Opportunities for staff to contribute to discussions of current issues and priorities, ongoing concerns, and safety through internal committees and formal and informal discussion groups

Ongoing proactive promotion of employee rights, safety initiatives, attraction and retention of a diverse workforce, positive workplace culture, and commitment to a positive and supportive workplace

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 W H Y I S EMP LOY EE EN G A GEMEN T I MP ORT AN T ?

Finding new and innovative ways to engage employees and create a positive employee experience is becoming more important than ever as employee turnover and job hopping continue to increase at an exponential rate. The business case for employee engagement is clear: organizations that are not effective at engaging their employees and creating positive experiences for them have 36% higher voluntary turnover rates2.

Employers that invest in the employee experience are 1.6 times more likely to outperform organizations that don’t invest.

Organizations that want to keep their talent and better compete in their industry should prioritize ways to enhance the employee experience to improve engagement.

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When organizations are not

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effective at designing a positive

that employees have choices.

employee experience, they

When employers put effort into

experience 36% higher rates

of voluntary turnover compared to organizations whose HR

function is effective at designing a POSITIVE employee

creating a positive environment, it makes it easier for employees to

CHOOSE them every day, and avoid turnover that doesn’t need to happen.

experience.

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HR

INNOVATOR The TFEs that earn this award demonstrate an exceptional level of innovation and creativity in HR practices. They may be using THRC tools and resources to anticipate the changing needs of

the industry and highlight opportunities to attract, develop, and retain members of untapped workforce groups. Fleets in this

category have been recognized for one-time initiatives as well as ongoing practices that are unique or industry leading.

2024 WELLINGTON GROUP OF COMPANIES | ON • 2023 ONE FOR FREIGHT | ON 2022 TRIMAC TRANSPORTATION | AB • 2021 LOGIKOR | ON 2020 ARNOLD BROS. TRANSPORT LTD. | MB • 2019 WESTCAN BULK TRANSPORT | AB 2018 ARROW TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS INC. | BC • 2017 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Use online tools for project management, information sharing, positive and fun employee engagement, and scheduling

Adopt new technologies to recruit new staff, streamline communications and operational processes, improve fuel efficiency, and increase safety

Encourage relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen skills and improve decision-making

Improve employee satisfaction through innovative perks, recognition programs, information sharing, and community involvement

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 WHY IS HR INNOVATION IMPORTANT? With the increased capabilities of technology and the rise of generative AI, leading technological industry change is an essential part of staying on top of your competition.

This is especially true for human resources, where technology can have an exponential impact on the efficiency of processes.

Organizations that make better use of HRrelated technology are 1.3 times more likely to react to change more quickly and capitalize on new opportunities, and 1.2 times more likely to be high performing at supporting change within their organization3.

While technology is important, HR innovation goes beyond technological capabilities.

Organizations that invest in embedding innovation in all facets of their operations are more likely to pivot quickly, retain top talent, engage their employees, and outperform their competitors.

HR organizations that make better use of technology are

1.2 � more likely to be

high performing at supporting change 1.3

� more likely to

be high performing at changing quickly at scale to capitalize on new opportunities.

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HR

LEADERSHIP The Achievement of Excellence Award for HR Leadership is given to one organization each year that consistently exemplifies Top Fleet Employer principles of engagement and innovation. They lead the way in initiatives to boost attraction of new workers, reduce voluntary turnover, and increase overall employee

satisfaction. These organizations are meeting downward trends revealed in the LMI data and reaching new cohorts of workers.

Winners of this award must be TFEs for a minimum of five years and be recognized as a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction.

2024 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON • 2023 CARON TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS | AB 2022 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2021 KRISKA HOLDINGS LTD. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Deliberate efforts to train and mentor staff for ongoing leadership opportunities

Organizational structures that demonstrate collaborative leadership, open communication, shared decisionmaking, and collective pursuit of excellence

Priority given to cultivating leaders who inspire, mentor, and guide

 W HY IS HR LEADERSHIP IMPORTANT? More studies in recent years have shown that investing in leadership has a direct impact on business outcomes. Staff who participate in leadership-specific development such as coaching, training, and mentoring can increase their job performance by upwards of 20%4. Organizations that invest in their leaders are 1.8 times more likely to have a strong organizational culture5, which has trickle-down effects on employee morale, commitment, and productivity.

The research doesn’t lie: for organizations that want to stay competitive, investing in leaders is now or never.

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Training & Skills DEVELOPMENT

This award is presented each year to a Top Fleet Employer that makes a formal commitment to professional growth and skill development. With LMI research showing a growing need for training and development to retain a productive workforce

and meet ongoing challenges, they foster a culture focused on

continuous learning so that every staff member — and the entire organization — can successfully meet the current and future needs of the industry.

2024 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2023 TRIMAC TRANSPORTATION | AB 2022 KRISKA HOLDINGS LTD. | ON • 2021 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON 2020 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON • 2019 ARROW TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS INC. | BC 2018 CARON TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS | AB • 2017 BISON TRANSPORT | MB

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Partnerships with post-secondary institutions to support apprenticeships for specific roles

Comprehensive in-house mentorship, coaching, and leadership development programs

Committed budget items to support training opportunities, courses, and programs

Supportive and empowering environment with ongoing mentorship, coaching, internal job rotation, and committee participation

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Robust performance management programs to empower learning, improvement, skills, and leadership development

 W H Y I S T RAI N I N G A N D S K I LLS DEV ELOP MEN T I MP ORT A N T ?

The business case for investing in training and skills development comes down to the retention of top talent. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers, employees are 1.9 times more likely to switch employers if they do not have opportunities to learn new skills6. Offering employee development can improve retention, increase engagement, and improve individual job performance.

Organizations that invest in functional skill building are 1.9 times more likely to be high performing at workforce productivity compared to other organizations7.

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Upskilling opportunities are a critical factor for employees seeking to switch employers.

QU ESTION : Thinking about your decision to stay with your current employer or switch to a new one, to what extent would the opportunity to learn new skills influence that decision?

(Showing only ‘to a large extent’ and ‘to a very large extent’ responses

67%

Likely to switch to a new employer in next 12 months* Not likely to switch to a new employer in next 12 months**

36%

1.9� more likely to agree

* Based on respondents who selected ‘very likely’ or ‘extremely likely’ to change employer in the next 12 months (n=15,823) ** Based on respondents who selected ‘not likely’ or ‘slightly likely’ to change employer in the next 12 months (n=29,408) Source: PwC’s Global Workforce Hopes and Feras Survey 2024 of 56,000 workers across 50 countries and regions

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Women IN THE WORKPLACE

The Achievement of Excellence Award for Women in the

Workplace is presented each year to a Top Fleet Employer that demonstrates a high level of commitment to gender equality and supporting women. The LMI data show a 27% increase in

women in our industry since 2016; these TFEs may have an even higher proportion, including in leadership positions. Since more women are joining the sector and helping meet current and

anticipated labour needs, it’s imperative that employers help them contribute successfully.

2024 ARMOUR TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS | NB • 2023 BISON TRANSPORT | MB 2022 POLARIS TRANSPORTATION GROUP | ON 2021 RYDER CANADA SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS | ON • 2020 LIBERTY LINEHAUL INC. | ON 2019 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Actively seek female representation including on the loading dock, in dispatch, as drivers, trainers, and in leadership Empower women with campaigns and initiatives that support diversity and inclusion, including leadership roles

Celebrate and support women by highlighting and participating in events and programs such as International Women’s Day, Women with Drive Leadership Summit, targeted seminars, training sessions, and more

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 W H Y A RE W OMEN I N T H E W ORKP LA CE I MP ORT AN T ?

As of 2023, global female labour force participation is 29.2 percentage points lower than male labour force participation8. In tight labour markets, targeting women with attraction and recruitment efforts can be an effective staffing solution.

Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to hire more women. THRC research found that women often have preconceived ideas about work in the trucking and logistics industry9. But celebrating and supporting women in the workforce can have a positive effect on your employer brand — and

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showcase to potential female candidates the ways your organization supports women and helps them excel. For example, in a study performed by PwC in 2017, 78% of women reported that seeing female role models in recruitment materials positively influenced their perception of a company10.

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Workplace CULTURE

This achievement award is presented annually to the TFE that

demonstrates an ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and productive work culture through deliberate programs,

practices, and policies. THRC research shows more and more trucking and logistics companies are accessing resources to help in these efforts; workplaces that nurture their cultures

increase retention and add resilience to better meet the needs of a changing workforce.

2024 PARKLAND CORPORATION | AB • 2023 STEVE’S LIVESTOCK TRANSPORT | MB 2022 ARNOLD BROS. TRANSPORT LTD. | MB • 2021 SUTCO TRANSPORTATION SPECIALISTS | BC 2020 WESTCAN BULK TRANSPORT | AB • 2019 CHALLENGER MOTOR FREIGHT | ON 2018 CANADA CARTAGE SYSTEMS LTD. | ON • 2017 WESTCAN BULK TRANSPORT | AB

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Provide opportunities and encouragement for a high level of work-life balance

Develop and implement rigorous HR policies and procedures to prioritize employees and support an empowering and accountable work environment

Empower employees and encourage active collaboration through surveys, focus groups, mentorship programs, engagement with leadership, and training

 W H Y IS WORKPL ACE CULTURE IMPOR TAN T? At the centre of every organization is its people. It’s important to prioritize the cultivation of a positive, people-centric workplace culture to truly reap the benefits

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of an engaged and motivated workforce.

Culture has a trickle-down effect on almost every aspect of an organization, from recruitment to performance. According to Gallup, employees who feel connected with their organization’s culture are11:

4 times more likely to be engaged at work

5.8 times more likely to recommend their organization as a great place to work

62% less likely to feel frequently burned out at work

43% less likely to be actively searching for another role

A CON N EC T I ON T O C U LT U RE DRI V ES P ROF ES S I ON AL AN D P ERS ON A L RES U LT S T H OS E W H O S T RON G LY A GREE W I T H “I F EEL C ON N EC T ED T O M Y ORG A N I Z A T I ON ’S C U LT U RE” AR E :

4 � as likely to be engaged at work

5.8 � as likely to strongly 2023

agree they would recommend their organization as a great place to work

62% less likely to feel burned

out at work very often or always

43% less likely to be

watching for job opportunities or actively looking for another job

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Workplace DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The Achievement of Excellence Award for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion is presented to the TFE that has a consistent commitment to employees

regardless of age, sexual orientation, religion, race, colour, gender, national

origin, gender identity or expression, disability status, veteran status, or other status protected by law. There are a variety of tools available from THRC to encourage people from a variety of backgrounds to join our industry.

2024 KAG CANADA | AB • 2023 MIDLAND TRANSPORT LTD. | NB 2022 RST AND SUNBURY TRANSPORT | NB • 2021 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON 2020 GX TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS INC. | ON 2019 SUTCO TRANSPORTATION SPECIALISTS | BC 2018 RYDER CANADA SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS | ON • 2017 XTL TRANSPORT INC. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategies, policies, initiatives, training, and engagement

Proactive recruitment and promotion practices, including progress tracking

Inclusion of accessible and inclusive onsite amenities

Deliberate and ongoing promotion of a culture of understanding and collaboration

 W H Y IS WORKPL ACE DIVERS I T Y AND IN CL US ION IMPO RTAN T ?

Organizations that are high performing in diversity, equity, and inclusion are 1.9 times more likely to have a highly productive workforce than their counterparts12.

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But there are also other benefits to prioritizing diversity and inclusion:

Integrating diverse perspectives from people with different lived experience promotes innovation, making your organization faster to adapt and overcome change

Employees who feel included are more engaged, more committed, and will stay at your organization longer

Improved employer brand and enhanced attraction efforts

A reduction in turnover costs, as companies that prioritize diversity and inclusion can see higher rates of retention

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Organizations that are high performing at DEI are

1.9 � more likely to have a highly productive workforce

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Workplace Wellness &

MENTAL HEALTH This award recognizes the TFE with a holistic and multi-faceted

approach to wellness and mental health. Employers that excel in this category offer a range of supports, events, and programs to encourage employees to keep their health and wellness top-ofmind. THRC has tools to help increase your HR focus on wellness and mental health.

2024 ROSENAU TRANSPORT LTD. | AB • 2023 WHITECOURT TRANSPORT INC. | AB 2022 SUTCO TRANSPORTATION SPECIALISTS | BC • 2021 ROSENAU TRANSPORT LTD. | AB 2020 BISON TRANSPORT | MB • 2019 JOSEPH HAULAGE CANADA CORP. | ON

H IGH LIGHTS FRO M WIN N ERS

Development and implementation of on-site health and wellness initiatives and facilities including activities, fitness spaces, support for personal training sessions, and more

Positive employee interaction and activities such as potluck lunches, team fundraisers, and lunch-and-learn programs

Active support for involvement in local charities and causes

Regular mental health training programs, assessments, support, workshops, partnerships, and check-ins

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 W HY IS WORKPLACE WELLNESS AND MENTAL HEALTH IMPORTANT? While investing in mental health and wellness programs may seem costly, data show that offering mental health counselling, fitness activities, or a wellness spending account yields huge dividends. According to Deloitte, companies with mental health programs in place for one year had a median annual ROI of $1.62 for every dollar invested. For companies with programs in place for three or more years, the median annual ROI is $2.18 for every dollar spent13.

Investing in your employee’s health and wellbeing directly contributes to their engagement, creativity, innovation, productivity, and performance — setting a standard for organizational excellence.

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2

McLean & Company (2024). HR Trends Report 2024.

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McLean & Company (2024). HR Trends Report 2024.

4

Lacerenza, et. al. (2017). Leadership Training Design, Delivery, and Implementation: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Applied Psychology, 102(2). DOI: 10.1037/apl0000241

5

McLean & Company (2024). HR Trends Report 2024.

6

PwC (2024, June 24). Workers are ready for change. Are leaders ready to engage them? PricewaterhouseCoopers

7

McLean & Company (2024). HR Trends Report 2024

8

ILO (2023). Spotlight on Work Statistics n°12. International Labour Organization.

9

THRC (2024). Women with Drive: Maintaining our Momentum. Trucking HR Canada.

10

PwC (2017, March). Winning the fight for female talent: How to gain the diversity edge through inclusive recruitment.

PricewaterhouseCoopers.

11

Gallup (n.d.). What is Organizational Culture? And Why Does it Matter? Gallup.

12

McLean & Company (2024). HR Trends Report 2024

13

Deloitte (2019). Deloitte Research Reveals Significant Return on Investment for Workplace Mental Health Programs.

Deloitte.

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Applications now open for the 2025 TFE program!

DO YO U H AVE WH AT IT TA K ES TO B E A T FE? Top Fleet Employers is a national program that recognizes the importance of having sound HR policies and practices in the trucking and logistics industry.

TFE is not a competition — it’s recognition for HR standards of excellence. When you apply, your organization’s human resources policies and practices are evaluated against established HR standards. If your organization meets or exceeds the criteria, you earn the right to be called a Top Fleet Employer.

Applications open until Feb. 14, 2025

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