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Congratulations to Lesley Veldstra Killingsworth for being named a 2026 Top Woman to Watch in Trucking!

March 23, 2026

We are proud to announce our Vice President of Pricing and Market Strategy, Lesley Veldstra Killingsworth, has been selected as a 2026 Top Woman to Watch in Trucking. She is one of 75 women recognized by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT). WIT President and CEO, Jennifer Hedrick states, “Women such as Lesley are being honoured not only for their professional achievements but for the meaningful impact they have on their organizations and the industry as a

Polaris Transportation Group Launches Carbon Calculator to Enhance Freight Emissions Transparency

March 23, 2026

Polaris Transportation Group is proud to announce the launch of our newly developed Carbon Calculator feature, now available on our online Customer Portal. The calculator generates carbon emissions based on your freight’s actual route and weight within your required date range – offering accurate, shipment-specific results rather than general estimates. “Access to reliable emissions data is essential in today’s supply chains,” states Polaris Sustainability Manager, Fulya Karakas-Akgun. “Our Carbon Calculator will empower customers to better understand and manage

Congratulations to Our 2026 Larry Cox Academy Graduates!

February 3, 2026

We’re proud to celebrate the Larry Cox Academy Class of 2026, Amandeep Singh and Theresa Linobo! Now entering its third year, the Larry Cox Academy (LCA) is an intensive 15-month professional development program focused on leadership, cross-departmental operations and supply chain insights. While this program is typically reserved for one student at a time, we were so impressed by Amandeep and Theresa’s applications that we chose to double our class size. Under the mentorship of

A Message From CEO, Dave Cox - Closing 2025 with Gratitude, Entering 2026 with Purpose

December 17, 2025

As we celebrate this holiday season, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your ongoing support. This year brought a very different economic landscape, yet we continued to move forward stronger than ever. 2025 was another year of innovation and service excellence as we work toward our mission of elevating the cross-border shipping experience. Our team’s dedication proudly earned us several industry recognitions – with our top 2025 awards being the Mastio Award for

INTRODUCING THE NEXT CLASS OF THE LARRY COX ACADEMY!

November 13, 2025

We are proud to welcome the newest Larry Cox Academy (LCA) student, Harshal Chohan! Now entering its fourth year, the Larry Cox Academy continues to fast-track the professional development of Polaris team members. Inspired by the legacy of our Co-Founder, Larry Cox, this 15-month program offers intensive training from management fundamentals to advanced operational and supply chain insights. Harshal joined Polaris in January 2022 as a Pricing & Traffic Auditor and was promoted in June

Polaris Releases Inaugural Sustainability Report, Marking a Milestone in Our Commitment to Responsible Growth

November 6, 2025

Polaris Transportation Group is proud to announce the release of our first Sustainability Report, a voluntary publication underscoring our ongoing commitment to environmental protection and responsible growth. Prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards and referencing relevant disclosures from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework, the report covers the year 2024 and represents a significant milestone in Polaris’ sustainability journey. Since launching the Polaris Sustainability Action Plan in 2024 under the

POLARIS CELEBRATED FOR EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT AT 2025 TOP FLEET EMPLOYERS GALA

October 16, 2025

Last night, we attended Trucking HR Canada’s 12th annual Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala in Toronto. It was a wonderful night for transportation companies to come together, network and receive awards for several HR categories. As we accepted our Top Fleet Employer of Distinction Award for the 8th consecutive year, we were thrilled to also be recognized with our 2nd Award of Excellence for Employee Engagement! Polaris once again received this recognition for supporting employees, fostering

Driving Sustainability: Polaris Women Take the Wheel – WDC Magazine Feature

October 2, 2025

Polaris is proud to be featured in the latest edition of Women Driving Change magazine! The article, Driving sustainability: Polaris women take the wheel, highlights the progress we are making in our sustainability efforts with thanks to the women guiding them. Since reaching our 30 year milestone in 2024, we have stayed focused on creating a brighter future with the Polaris Sustainability Action Plan. Comprised of five pillars, this is a holistic approach to protecting

POLARIS JOINS TELUS IN ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP OF INDIGENOUS LAND

September 30, 2025

To honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the importance of listening, learning and taking meaningful steps toward a more respectful and sustainable society. In collaboration with TELUS Environmental Solutions, we supported the planting of 50 trees in the territory of the Oujé-Bougoumou Cree Nation, Quebec. This is more than an environmental act – it’s a way to honour the deep connection between land, culture and community. We are grateful for this

EVERY CHILD MATTERS THIS ORANGE SHIRT DAY

September 30, 2025

Polaris observed Orange Shirt Day to remember the Indigenous communities impacted by residential schools. Our team took part in this important day of reflection by wearing orange shirts and purchasing orange pins with all proceeds going to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is an impactful organization helping to foster cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation. Through their educational events and programming, they are helping

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