Highway 4 Road Closure Due to wildfire-related road closures in Port Alberni, Van Kam Freightways has been forced to suspend all our operations in the Alberni Valley. As a result, all freight leaving our Nanaimo terminal intended for the Alberni Valley is on hold until further notice. We are keeping a close watch on the situation and will do our best to restart services as soon as the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure deems it safe. Our heartfelt thoughts ...

In the complex world of trucking, the people behind the scenes make the wheels turn seamlessly. One of these people at Van Kam Freightways is Alan Hardgrave, our PM City Dispatcher, who's celebrating a remarkable 25-year work anniversary. Alan is an instrumental part of our operations, applying his skills, forethought, and a unique approach to his role, creating a game out of his everyday tasks. Playing the Game of Dispatching To Alan, dispatching isn't just work; it's like fitting pieces ...

Van Kam Freightways recently donated to KidSport, a significant initiative that works tirelessly to ensure that all children can participate in sports. We firmly believe in KidSport’s mission, which aligns with our company’s values of community, inclusion, and equal opportunities. KidSport provides vital assistance to families facing financial barriers helping to cover sports registration fees. This ensures that all children have access to the enriching, team-building, and life-enhancing experience of sport participation. Building Communities Through Sport “Supporting community initiatives has ...

Tana Hogan recently marked her 10th anniversary with Van Kam Freightways, accompanied by a well-deserved promotion to Operations Supervisor at our Prince George terminal. Looking back, Tana says, "Working at Van Kam has taught me many new skills and allowed me to gain experience in the trucking industry. I have met so many people along the way that have taught me what makes Van Kam a truly unique company." The Van Kam Appeal Tana was initially drawn to Van Kam ...

Van Kam Freightways Ltd. is thrilled to announce our collaboration with Trucking HR Canada and the Teamsters Union to provide our dedicated employees with a great opportunity to advance their careers. This partnership allows us to take advantage of a government grant designed to help our team members obtain their Class 1 Licenses. Developing Talent and Strengthening the Industry This Driver Training Grant is a government-funded program managed by Trucking HR Canada, aimed at supporting the professional development of employees ...

Meet Brent McNamara, a trucking legend with over 25 years of service at Van Kam Freightways. Proud to be a part of the Van Kam family, Brent has seen the company grow into one of the top companies in British Columbia. As a senior driver, Brent has faced challenges, embraced new technologies, and experienced a lot of adventures on the road. In his words, "I've always been very proud to work for Van Kam Freightways. It takes a lot of ...

Doreen Cook, our US National Account Executive, is celebrating 20 fantastic years of service at Van Kam Freightways. As the one-woman powerhouse managing accounts for companies based in the US, Doreen has faced unique challenges but has always risen to the occasion. Today, she continues to excel in her role, working closely with a wide range of corporations and exploring creative ways to boost sales. A Passion for Building Relationships Doreen's enthusiasm for her work is undeniable. She thrives on ...

Sara Gold is the Sr. Business Development Manager for Lower Mainland Vancouver at Van Kam Freightways, where she’s been working for the past 19 years! She spends her day connecting with customers, nurturing relationships, and ensuring their shipping needs are met. We spent a day with Sara to see what a typical day looks like for her and learn about her passion for building relationships in the transportation industry. Starting the Day on a Positive Note Sara exuded enthusiasm and ...

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 lives of women and their families. With our donation, Van Kam is helping to ensure that the Centre can continue to provide vital services to ...

Van Kam Freightways’ Afternoon Operations Supervisor, Shane Brown, has many talents. Not only does he supervise a team of 20-30 people on our afternoon shift, but he’s also a skilled bead artist who creates intricate pieces inspired by comic books, movies, video games and pop culture. From Tourism to Trucking Before joining Van Kam, Shane worked in tourism. “I worked in tourism for ten years before this, which was all suits and ties, and everyone is shaking hands and smiling, ...