In celebration of International Women’s Day, Van Kam has donated to the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC), a charity that has provided a safe space for women and children in Downtown Eastside since 1978. Empowering Women Van Kam’s support of the DEWC is just one of the many ways we’re committed to positively impacting the… Continue reading Van Kam Celebrates Int’l Women’s Day, Donates to Women’s Centre
Category: Community
Van Kam Freightways Launches Employee Donation Matching Program
Van Kam Freightways is excited to announce the launch of our Employee Donation Matching Program. The Employee Donation Matching Program is a new initiative that allows all Van Kam employees to donate to a registered charity of their choice and Van Kam will match their donations… dollar for dollar. This program is a simple and… Continue reading Van Kam Freightways Launches Employee Donation Matching Program
Van Kam Honours Black History Month, Donates to Charities
With Black History Month in February, Van Kam Freightways proudly announces our recent donation to two Canadian charity organizations: The Black Health Alliance, and Black Solidarity Fund by Unite for Change. “At Van Kam, it’s important for us to give back to our communities and support causes that align with our Values,” says Lenore Henry, Co-Director of Charity… Continue reading Van Kam Honours Black History Month, Donates to Charities
Van Kam Freightways Sponsors U10 BC All-Star Junior NLL Warriors
Van Kam is proud to announce our BC All-Star Junior NLL Warriors Novice A team sponsorship. The team comprises of young lacrosse players selected by other kids from all over Vancouver and is dedicated to representing the Vancouver Junior (Jr) NLL Warriors in elite competitions. “Van Kam believes in supporting youth development in our communities… Continue reading Van Kam Freightways Sponsors U10 BC All-Star Junior NLL Warriors
Van Kam 2022 Year in Review
Where do we start?! 2022 has been an exciting year for all of us at Van Kam Freightways as we celebrated our 75th Diamond Anniversary of serving Western Canadian businesses since 1947. At the top of our list, we held our largest-ever employee appreciation event to thank our team for their service and dedication throughout the years. It was… Continue reading Van Kam 2022 Year in Review
Van Kam Freightways Sponsors Tree Canada
Van Kam is pleased to announce our sponsorship of Tree Canada and its efforts toward improving the environment of all provinces across Canada by planting and nurturing trees. Ultimately, this initiative helps to improve the lives of all Canadians, and it’s one of the main reasons we’re happy to support them… improving lives is what makes us… Continue reading Van Kam Freightways Sponsors Tree Canada
Tree of Lights 2022
For another year, Van Kam Freightways Ltd. is pleased to partner with the United Way of Northern BC (UWNBC) for the annual United Way Tree of Lights in Prince George this holiday season. The United Way Tree of Lights is a long-standing holiday tradition in Prince George. With COVID nearly in the rear-view mirror, this… Continue reading Tree of Lights 2022
75 Years of Trucking Families: James and Chuck Brennan
In our 75 years of existence, our people have always been our advantage. Our achievements and status as Western Canada’s leading LTL service provider are due to the commitment, dedication, and passionate drive of our employees, past and present. Retired Van Kam driver James Brennan and his son, Chuck Brennan, a retired owner/operator, are examples… Continue reading 75 Years of Trucking Families: James and Chuck Brennan
75 Years of Celebrating Our Employees
Since 1947, Van Kam Freightways Ltd. employees have been front and center when discussing our company’s success over the years. Their commitment and dedication are beyond words, but this blog entry is going to take a stab at it! The Guests of Honour To honour our extraordinary employees, Van Kam recently held our much anticipated… Continue reading 75 Years of Celebrating Our Employees
Van Kam Sponsors 6th Annual Give Hope Wings Expedition
Van Kam Freightways Ltd. is proud to be supporting the 2022 edition of Give Hope Wings by Hope Air. This national charity believes all Canadians should have access to the healthcare they need, regardless of where they live or if they can’t afford to travel. Proud Sponsors Since 2019 Give Hope Wings 2022: Canada Coast to… Continue reading Van Kam Sponsors 6th Annual Give Hope Wings Expedition