Manitoba Chamber of Commerce
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<< Continued from page 45 Imperial Oil called on the expertise of CEMR staff for help in meeting a provincial mandate involving the rail transport of bio diesel fuel. A few months later, CEMR's team effectively cracked the technical, logistical and infrastructure challenges with its Bio Diesel Blending Initiative. In May of this year, the CEMR won the Railway Association of Canada's Marketing Award, which was created to recognize short-line railways for their role in accelerating and increasing the flow of goods by rail while improving customer service at the same time. It's recognition for work that demonstrates organization's the entire commitment to its customers, innovation and environmental protection. Cando's customers include James Richardson International, Manitoba Hydro, the Canadian Wheat Board, Saskatchewan Potash Corporation, Minnesota Northern Railroad, General Electric, Magna International, Toyota, WORKING ON THE RAILROAD: Cando services include loading and trans-loading rail cars. Ford, General Electric, Red River College and the City of Winnipeg. "We are a relationship-driven company," Jebb says. "Cando is known for its fine reputation among our customers and our staff. "We are very proud of the high level of staff engagement we have. In fact, customers often say that 'our staff acts like they own the company'... because they do." According to the federal government's Red Tape Reduction Commission, Cando's equipment fleet is valued at $40 million, while its annual sales are estimated at about $50 million. Looking forward, Jebb is confident he'll see continued success for both Cando Contracting and the CEMR. "Especially across western Canada where our business continues to grow." www.candoltd.com NEW & NOTEWORTHY >> Smooth Freight Ltd. owner Borden Hadley was the recipient of the 2012 President's Award for Business Person of the Year, presented at the Brandon Chamber of Commerce 129th annual awards gala. Borden started his business with nothing but a dream more than 25 years ago. The company now has terminals in Winnipeg and Brandon. >> D&B Sprinklers and B.O.B Headquarters also received 2012 Business Excellence Awards in Brandon. D&B Sprinklers earned the award for under 15 employees. Jeff Fawcett and Todd Gudz concentrate on new system installation and service for residential and commercial landscapes. B.O.B Headquarters earned the award for over 15 employees. Owned by Bob and Kim Ritchot, B.O.B. is one of Canada's largest wholesale distributors of lifestyle products. We make accessing the North American rail network easy. Transloading 3rd party logistics management Custom rail and bulk material handling solutions Rail transportation troubleshooting and problem solving MAKE THE MODAL SHIFT Become more competitive. Visit our website and find out how: candomodal-logic.com MBiz June 2012 47 WESTERN