Cargojet and Canadian North, two Canadian companies in the air cargo industry, have announced an enhanced cargo partnership with the goal of improving service in Canada’s Arctic region. This partnership renewal strengthens their longstanding 20-year relationship and advances their shared objective of connecting and providing assistance to remote communities in the north.
The enhanced collaboration represents a significant boost in cargo capacity, reflecting the strategic actions taken by Cargojet and Canadian North to cater to the escalating demands in Canada’s Arctic region. This expansion will facilitate more frequent and streamlined shipments, guaranteeing reliable availability of essential supplies to remote and northern communities in Canada’s Arctic.
Cargojet will have exclusive rights to handle air cargo shipments from Winnipeg and Ottawa to Iqaluit as part of the renewed partnership. Canadian North will maintain its role in delivering air cargo throughout the Canadian Arctic. This agreement further supports Canadian North’s commitment to expanding its services in the Arctic, as evidenced by its plans to double the size of its cargo facility in Ottawa by 2026. The facility serves as a crucial gateway for Inuit communities in the region.
Shelly De Caria, President and CEO of Canadian North, emphasized the importance of upholding and enhancing relationships, particularly in the context of serving our communities. By leveraging Cargojet’s specialized knowledge, we strive to further integrate our capabilities, enabling swifter and more dependable delivery of vital provisions to our northern communities. This collaboration not only fosters growth opportunities for local businesses but also ensures the accessibility of essential goods for people residing in the North.
Dr. Ajay K. Virmani, President and CEO of Cargojet, expressed that Cargojet has been a trusted provider of vital air cargo services to Iqaluit for Canadian North and its customers. He highlighted Cargojet’s impressive record of punctuality and dependability, assuring that crucial goods will be delivered on schedule to the people of Nunavut. Dr. Virmani concluded by stating their delight in establishing a new long-term commitment with Canadian North as their partners.
Cargojet and Canadian North have a joint commitment to promoting growth in the Arctic region of Canada. Their partnership is focused on enhancing the quality of life for Inuit communities through an improved and dependable cargo transportation system.
