February 2026 eBeaver - English

The eBeaver

FEBRUARY 2026

THE BEAVER WINTER 2026 EDITION DISTRIBUTED ACROSS CANADA

RADIUS PEOPLE: TAX FORMS AVAILABLE ONLINE THIS MONTH

JOIN US AT TRUCK WORLD –FREE PASSES AVAILABLE

RIDERS WANTED: RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER

IT ALL BEGINS WITH SAFETY

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health is a key part of workplace safety. When we ’ re mentally well, we stay focused, make better decisions, and help keep ourselves and our coworkers safe. Stress, fatigue, anxiety, and burnout can affect concentration and reaction time raising the risk of incidents and injuries.

Mental health awareness helps reduce stigma, encourages early intervention, and reminds us that asking for help is a sign of strength. Creating a safe workplace means looking out for ourselves and checking in on each other. Early support can improve well-being, performance, and overall safety.

How you can help support mental health at work:

Know the signs: Changes in mood, focus, or behaviour may signal someone is struggling

Speak up: Reach out if you need support or if you’re concerned about a coworker.

Take care: Rest, healthy habits, physical activity, and time to recharge all support safety.

Be supportive: Listen without judgment and encourage professional help when needed Support Resources (Confidential, 24/7): 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Short-term counselling and support through RBC Insurance

English: 1-877-630-6701

French: 1-877-588-1299

THE BEAVER WINTER 2026 EDITION DISTRIBUTED ACROSS CANADA

The semi-annual print edition of our employee newsletter will be sent across the country in the first week of February. Office and warehouse employees will receive copies from their local Human Resources group, while drivers will receive their copies via mail to their home addresses. We also send the print version of The Beaver to retired employees of Canada Cartage Many of our former coworkers had asked to receive a copy to stay in touch with their old company. If you don’t receive The Beaver, please get in touch with your local Human Resources department to request a copy. If you are a driver, please confirm your home mailing address with HR so we can ensure you receive future editions.

RADIUS PEOPLE: TAX FORMS AVAILABLE ONLINE THIS MONTH

Employees will be able to access their tax forms via Radius People, eliminating delays from paper T4 distribution. To access your forms, ensure your Radius People account is set up online. First-time log-ins should be done on a desktop at www.radiuspeople.ca. You cannot use the mobile app for initial setup. You’ll be notified when your tax forms are ready for download.

While you are in Radius People, take the time to review your personal information. It is essential to keep your personal information up-to-date with HR. Accurate details ensure proper benefits administration, legal compliance, and emergency contact availability. If your information changes, update it promptly to avoid errors and delays in payroll and other HR processes. Need help updating your info? Visit Radius Hub for guides or reach out to your HR team.

If you have issues with tax form access, contact your manager, supervisor, or local HR team.

JOIN US AT TRUCK WORLD –FREE PASSES AVAILABLE

Canada Cartage will be exhibiting at Truck World 2026, taking place April 16 – 18 at the International Centre in Mississauga, ON. We have 100 free passes available for employees who would like to attend. Register using the link below and enter the promotional code Cartage. Operations teams are also encouraged to share the code with vendors and owner-operators and invite them to stop by our booth, #1620, during the show. Register here

RIDERS WANTED: RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER

Calling all Canada Cartage employees! Canada Cartage is the Official Mover and Transportation Provider for the 2026 Ride to Conquer Cancer in support of the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The 19th Annual Ride will occur from Saturday, June 13th through Sunday, June 14th, and we need your pedal power!

For the past eight years, Canada Cartage and its subsidiaries have put together a rider team. Riders participate for both days and complete a 200-kilometre trek from Toronto to Niagara Falls, Ontario Last year, The Ride raised $20 million for cancer research and support

We are also looking for volunteers for the event to help set up and run the pit stops from Toronto to Niagara Falls, serving snacks, assisting the riders, and cheering them on! On Sunday, the crew team works at the finish line in Niagara Falls, cheering on riders and loading bikes into trucks.

Please use this link to access the Ride to Conquer website to get more information about the ride https://ride2conquer.ca/

If you are interested in joining the Canada Cartage Rider team, please use the following link. https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride26/t/CanadaCartage

VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER

Cristel Gallardo - Logistics Dispatcher, Speedee

Thank you for all the help you have provided us this year! It’s truly appreciated.

Rod Budgell Supply Chain Manager EggSolutions – Vanderpols Inc

Ryan Quick – Company Driver, Regina, Saskatchewan

I just wanted to give kudos to our Thursday linen driver, Ryan. We appreciate that he is always on time, pulls up to the right spot, takes the linen, drops off linen, and even has a few jokes to go along with it. It is very refreshing, and we appreciate it very much.

Jackie Belanger Director, Customer Service

K-Bro Linen Systems Inc

FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH

– SMALL STEPS, STRONGER HEARTS

February is recognized as Heart Health Month in Canada, a time to focus on everyday habits that help keep our hearts strong and healthy. The good news? You don’t need a complete lifestyle overhaul to make a positive impact. Small, consistent changes can go a long way.

Here are a few simple ways to support your heart health:

Move more, when you can. Short walks, stretching, or taking the stairs all add up. Even 10 minutes at a time makes a difference.

Eat with balance. Aim for more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, and try to limit excess salt, sugar, and processed foods.

Manage stress. Deep breathing, brief breaks, and stepping away from screens can help lower stress levels and support heart health

Prioritize sleep Most adults need 7 to 9 hours per night Good sleep supports blood pressure, energy, and overall well-being.

Know your numbers. Keeping track of blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar can help you catch potential issues early.

Taking care of your heart also means taking care of yourself. This month, consider choosing one small habit to focus on. Over time, those small steps can lead to meaningful, long-term benefits.

Your health matters today and every day

GET CONNECTED

SCAM AWARENESS: STAY ALERT, STAY SECURE

Cybercriminals are using increasingly convincing emails, texts, phone calls, and social media messages to trick Canadians into sharing personal information or sending money. Taking a moment to pause and verify can make all the difference.

Common scams to watch for:

Government, bank, or delivery impersonation claiming urgent issues with accounts, taxes, or packages

Phishing messages that ask you to click a link, reset a password, or open an attachment

“Too good to be true” investment offers promising guaranteed or fast returns

Fake job offers requesting fees, personal details, or cryptocurrency

Protect yourself:

Pause before responding to unexpected or urgent messages

Don’t click unknown links or download suspicious attachments

Use strong, unique passwords and multi-factor authentication

Verify requests through official channels

Report suspected fraud to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (include link)

Staying cautious and informed helps protect you and our organization from cyber threats.

DEALS ON WHEELS: GOODLIFE FITNESS

Canada Cartage and its subsidiaries are proud to offer employees access to preferred corporate rates at GoodLife Fitness locations across Canada making it easier and more affordable to prioritize your health and wellness

Signing up is simple and no company email is required. Employees just need to visit https://corporate.goodlifefitness.com/ and enter their corporate ID using the format below:

Canada Cartage or CCLS employees: CCS + your employee number

Example: If your number is 12345 → CCS12345

CommerceLink employees: CLL + your employee number

Example: If your number is 12345 → CLL12345

GTI employees: GTI + your employee number

Example: If your number is 12345 → GTI12345

To continue receiving the discounted rate, employees must remain active employees. Take advantage of this benefit and enjoy access to fitness facilities, classes, and training options nationwide — another way Canada Cartage supports your overall well-being

JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Our social media platforms continue to grow and we invite you to join our communities. From breaking news, safety tips, photos, and videos, connect with us to join the conversation and get valuable, engaging content!

Want to be featured on our social media platforms? Do you have a photo or a story to share? Email us at thebeaver@canadacartage.com and we will reach out to you!

HOT JOBS

We have several open positions across Canada and encourage you to share them with your friends and networks

Employees can earn a referral bonus up to $2,500 for truck driver roles and $1,000 to $2,500 for corporate positions when a referred candidate is successfully hired.

For a listing of all open positions, visit www.drivecanadacartage.com

Manager, Transportation Operations Mississauga, ON

We are seeking a Manager, Transportation Operations, to lead our dispatch team and oversee daily transportation activities. This role is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound freight, assigning daily workloads, and ensuring service levels and weekly transportation targets are met

The position includes recruiting, training, and developing team members; scheduling staff to support 24/7 operations; monitoring KPIs; and adjusting resources as needed This role also serves as the primary operations contact for billing and payroll issues within the assigned accounts.

APPLY HERE

AZ Owner Operator

Woodville, ON

We are looking for an AZ Owner Operator to complete safe, timely deliveries while maintaining strong customer communication Responsibilities include strapping and securing loads in all weather conditions, conducting pre- and post-trip inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns

This role involves over-dimensional loads, flagging, D-signs, roll-off trailer work, and load securement (training provided). Owner-operator trucks must be equipped with a 2-prong power plug to charge the trailer

APPLY HERE

AZ Owner Operator – Team

Oshawa, ON

AZ Owner Operator Teams are needed for Oshawa-to-West LTL runs. This position focuses on safe, on-time deliveries, consistent customer communication, and maintaining high service and safety standards Teams are responsible for thorough vehicle inspections and ensuring their trucks meet CCS maintenance and appearance requirements.

APPLY HERE

Class 1 Driver

Terrebonne, QC

We are hiring a Class 1 Driver for local deliveries throughout Greater Montréal This role involves safely operating a commercial vehicle, completing precise backing maneuvers, and delivering to retail locations on time while providing quality customer service.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections, compliance with all safety regulations, and dock-to-dock deliveries or unloading pallets using an electric pallet jack with reefer or dry van trailers.

APPLY HERE

EMPLOYEE VOICE: WE'RE LISTENING

Have questions, comments or concerns? Do you have any ideas or suggestions to help us improve the

business? Maybe you have a work-related challenge that you need help resolving? We want to hear from you

Submit them confidentially to Employee Voice at employeevoice@canadacartage.com. All emails received are held in confidence and will not be made public without your permission

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

Nominate someone now!

SEND

US YOUR PHOTOS!

Don't forget to send in your photos to The Beaver! We may use your photos in upcoming editions of The Beaver, the eBeaver or even on social media!

Send your photos to thebeaver@canadacartage.com

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.

Operations Manager Eric Houle, right, presented Dispatcher Itinder Chehal with a True North certificate for demonstrating our company ’ s values. Eric and Itinder work out of our terminal in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Operations Manager Greg Paquette,

presented Company Driver

with a True North certificate for demonstrating our company ’ s values Greg and

work out of our terminal in Ottawa, Ontario

PHOTO GALLERY

CommerceLink Logistics Company Driver, Dan McDonald, successfully completed 60-foot trailer training. Dan is one of the first drivers at our Cornwall location to successfully complete training and is ready for store deliveries with our new 60-foot trailers.