The Carriers That Care!

August 8, 2016 Volume 16 & Issue 1

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Award……. 1

Fun Day……. 2

Family……. 3

Safety is a culture……. 4

Team 9 Like no other... 5

Who’s Who……. 6

SmartWay……. 6

Safety tips……. 7

Pride……. 8

Team 9 Like no other... 9

Memory……. 10

BMC Grads……. 10

About & For……. 11

Take Control……. 12

Christmas……. 12

Hi-Way 9

Group of

Companies

We are proud

to be the

Carriers that

Care…

for our customers,

our Team,

and the communities

we serve.

The Carriers That Care!

July Payout $69.33 per eligible employee

Monthly Totals

April - $ 21.75

May - $26.86

June - $20.71

An award of honor and incredible

acknowledgement was presented to The Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies earlier in the year from Dicom Trans-portation Group (for John Deere, GOJIT and numerous other custom-ers). This is recognition of being the “Carrier of the Year” throughout the complete North American service area, was received with pride, and with credit to the Team that makes the service happen each day to Al-berta service points.

Consistently providing better than

99% on time status, monitoring ser-vice daily, and all-inclusive customer service wherever needs may arise-has proven the Hi-Way Group of Companies truly cares for all cus-tomer needs.

Providing daily service to over 70

wide-spread Alberta John Deere lo-cations is a challenge not easily met,

but honorably kept. “Continuous improvement strategies, in conjunction with the constant in-troduction of innovative solutions to the marketplace, have afforded us levels of Quality never seen through traditional partners”-says Rick Barnes- Executive Vice President, Dicom Transportation Group.

Even with this award, Team 9 has

not lessened their awareness or strive to greatness for their custom-ers. The daily monitoring, continual eye for improvement, and above all else-keeping the customers’ needs first in decision making, will ensure the exceptional level of service their customer have come to expect is continuous and unfailing.

To the Team and leaders of Hi-way

9 Group of Companies-congratulations! Recognition for an exceptional job!

Graham McDonald (Director Streamline logistics)-left Nicole Murray (Dicom Representative)-middle Reg Trentham (Vice President & General Manager-

Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies)-right

Money INTO Weight it

1. Weigh-IT

2. Pro Miles

3. Admin 42 under target

4. Pro Tech

5. Fuel Whopper under target

Money OUT of Weigh it

A. Claims / Cancelled bills

B. Misdirects

C. Undelivered

D. Admin 42 over target

E. Fuel Whopper over target

F. Non reported R&M

G. Vehicle Claims

Does Quality Share REALLY Work? The question is posed-does the Team 9 Quality Share pro-

gram really work? Who benefits?

In Short- everyone touched by Hi-Way 9 Group of Com-

panies receives significant value from this program.

How? By monitoring daily (which is how this system

pays out), Hi-Way 9 Group customers are provided con-

sistent on-time service, with paperwork, without damage.

That’s all a customer requires. And with the examining

process of Quality Share, Team 9 receives the advantages

of loyal customers who repeatedly return to Hi-Way 9

Group of Companies for their transportation needs.

Win win.

Team 9-the money in your pocket from Quality Share is

an added supplement to an already beneficial program-

satisfied customers that return are what keeps the system

going. Watch the payout grow as each delivery is com-

pleted error free to contented receivers.

Saturday, December 10th Badlands Community Facility

80 Veterans Way, Drumheller, AB

Cocktails @ 5:30

Supper @ 6:00

Awards, DJ

Luncheon @ 11:00 Enjoy great food, great company, and help recognize the best of Team 9!

$25.00 per person/ payroll deduction Sign up required by Dec 2, 2016

Red Deer Sunday Dec 4

11:30-1:30

Calgary Sunday Nov 27

11:00-1:00

Edmonton Saturday

Nov 26 11:00-1:00

Kids Parties!

HOW IT IS BUILT

Team 9 Fun Day About Team 9...For Team 9

The Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!

5 years Cassandra Chapman-02/14/2011

Jesse Park-02/14/2011

Darryl Caravan-06/14/11

Chris Kelley-07/11/ 2011

Carla Borth-07/13/2011

Vaughn Wedow-07/18/ 2011

John Dolphin-08/05/2011

Johnathan Den Brok-08/09/2011

10 Years Justin Stanley-Smith-02/21/2006

Mark Renschler 04/24/2006

Rick Johnson -04/03/2006

Kevin McDonald-05/05/ 2004

Ken Johnson-06/12/2006

Kimberley Cryer-07/04/2006

Fabin Fox-07/042006

David Harty-05/15/2006

Dany Demers-08/28/2006

Roy Schultze-08/29/2006

Alexander Rivkind-09/25/2006

Donnerene Steward-09/25/2006

15 Years Alex Yaggey-02/06/2001

Kevin Rayner-02/20/2001

20 years Andy Cariou-05/14/1996

Congratulations to these Team 9

members for their notable milestone!

Your care and commitment are commendable.

2-Aug RAYNA MAGNAN

5-Aug KEVIN DIXON

5-Aug COLLINS EJIKEME

6-Aug WARREN RUFF

7-Aug RICHARD JOHNSON

9-Aug SANDRA PACKARD

9-Aug JOYCE SWANSON

10-Aug GORDON WENZEL

10-Aug PATRICIA NAEGELI

11-Aug ANDREW KIDD

13-Aug WILLIAM HUTT

18-Aug ROBIN WILLIAMS

20-Aug TRENT BERNAKEVITCH

21-Aug KELLY WOODS

25-Aug ELMER DRAEGER

27-Aug ROBERT EDMUNDS

30-Aug BRIAN MCALLISTER

30-Aug JEREMY TURCOTTE

1-Sep MARK MUNDORF

1-Sep VIRGINIA RATHGEBER

2-Sep RYLEY ROLFE

3-Sep MATHIEU SICOTTE

5-Sep KEVIN MCDONALD

6-Sep ROY SCHULTZE

6-Sep JESSE PARK

7-Sep JOHN TKACHUK

7-Sep COREY BETTS

9-Sep EDUARDO PEDREGOSA

11-Sep STEVE O'BRIEN

14-Sep GARY BOYD

15-Sep DERRICK SKEFFINGTON

15-Sep JULIE NETTNAY

16-Sep ANTHONY WILSON

17-Sep DANIELLE WAYWARD

18-Sep KULDEEP SINGH

19-Sep WALTER MEDWEDCHUK

21-Sep WADE BUCK

21-Sep ANDRE BERTIN

22-Sep SISAY ASSEFA

22-Sep SEAN FARTHING

24-Sep PAUL MCFARLANE

24-Sep RANDY DAXON

25-Sep REYNALDO ESPEJO

26-Sep DEANNA BETTGER

27-Sep KENT HAGELE

28-Sep SAMANTHA HODGSON

29-Sep ARNOLD LANGKOWSKI

29-Sep CALVIN RAMSTAD

30-Sep ALEX SPICER

30-Sep SOCRATES JR. SOMIGAO

NAME TERMINAL POSITION

GIOVANNI ASTILLERO CALGARY DRIVER

KARL FLEURKE CALGARY DRIVER

EDUARDO PEDREGOSA DRUMHELLER DRIVER

KULDEEP SINGH EDM DRIVER

BAILE LASTIWKA EDMONTON MAINTENANCE

HARLY MCWILLIAMS EDMONTON DISTRIBUTION

JASON MONAHAN EDMONTON DRIVER

AVERY RILEY LETHBRIDGE ADMIN

DAVID EPP LETHBRIDGE DRIVER

BRYCE CARDINAL RED DEER DRIVER

MATHIEU SICOTTE RED DEER DRIVER

GREG SMITH WESTLOCK DRIVER

With laughter and food, friends and family, Team 9 hosted their annual “Fun Day” in June at Orkney Campground. The unpredictable Alberta weather and ominous grey sky didn’t keep over 100 attending and having a great time! Prizes were drawn, games played, a petting zoo enjoyed, face-painting complet-ed, and fabulous BBQ savored with great company –the perfect combination to enjoy Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies-without the work! Thanks to those who took time from busy personal schedules to join the Team on a Saturday. We know it was worth the drive and anticipate the next time the Hi-Way 9 Group can spend time together.

In Memory and BMC Team 9 is Family!

The Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!

Team 9 member Jeff Tzovanas Son, Samuel Crawford Tzovanas was 6lbs, 11oz. So Cute!

Team 9 member, Curtis Hok is the proud dad of a baby boy. Bennett Hok was 8lb, 11 oz. Sweet!

Brian and Sam Popowich are the proud parents of a baby boy. Ryder Popowich. He was 6lbs, 15 ounces. Adorable!

LARRY WATTENBARGER

(November 29, 1944-April 16, 2016)

It's hard to put so much into words to even think it might cover

how valuable an asset Larry was. He was the essence of what

Team 9 really is and I was lucky enough to witness it first hand.

There was no task, job or project Larry couldn’t or wouldn’t tack-

le...even if he lacked in some area. He used the power of his team

mates to help accomplish his vision. For 15 years he has worked

quietly behind the scenes plugging along, while smiling and

laughing. In days past, I have realized that while I thought I was

“saving him “ from over-working himself and making sure he didn’t over do it...he was quietly planting the seeds

in me and the rest of the Drumheller team. He truly was to be a noble man, and for that I am truly indebted to

him. My only wish is that after 15 years here myself I will be able to look back and say I did Larry proud.

….Tyler Bolin, Team 9 Maintenance, Drumheller.

Baile Lastiwka

After graduating high

school Baile is going to

become a Heavy Duty

Mechanic.

He is hoping to go to Red

Deer College

(Son of Robert and Jodi

Lastiwka Of Team 9

Edmonton)

BEST WISHES

to Jean Victor (Team 9 Sundre driver) on his recent marriage to Tanya Cake.

Austin Kirk

After graduating high

school Austin is attending

Mount Royal University in

Calgary. He has been ac-

cepted into the program of

Bachelor of Health and

Physical Education with a

major in Athletic Therapy.

(Son of Sylvia Kirk, Team

9 lifer)

GLEN HUNTLEY

(1961-2016)

Glen Huntley was a wonderful man who loved everything about his

life. He was dedicated, hardworking and loved his grandchildren

more than anything in the world. Glen took care of all those around

him, and treated them as family. His passion showed in the many

photos and stories he shared with his Team.

Glen was respected by his customers in Olds, and his Team in Red

Deer. He will be missed by all.

BMC (Business Management Course) is an in-tense Leadership program hosted by the Mullen Group. Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies recently celebrated the graduation of three of their very own. Course participants were given the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding in areas of Business Economics, Team Building, Establishing our Safety Culture, Basic Business Law and much more. Team 9 3 graduates are: Joanna Scott (Mullen rep-

resentative) Jon Sliworsky, Any Cariou, Rob Lastiwka, Stephen Clark, Cathy Delay (Mullen

Group representatives)

Safety Is a Culture Team 9-Like No Other

The Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!

Date

Conviction/

CVSA/ Unit/Plate # Comments

Collision

30-Mar-16 CONVICTION 26106 Fail to obey traffic device

21-Apr-16 CVSA 26106 Pass

11-May-16 CVSA 2039 & 7078-48 Pass

13-May-16 CVSA 1132 Pass

14-May-16 CONVICTION 1139 Owner- MV guilty of offence

25-May-16 CVSA 2256 Requires Attention- Hours of service, Brake adjustment, brake systems

26-May-16 CVSA 7750-53 Out of Service- Lighting Devices

26-May-16 CVSA 22107 & 7735-53 Requires Attention- Brake systems and lighting devices

6-Jun-16 CVSA Plate K86903 & 7075-53 Pass

6-Jun-16 CVSA 25003 & 53dv1020 Pass

7-Jun-16 CVSA 7066-53 Out of Service- Brake system

7-Jun-16 CVSA 25003 & 7066-53 Requires Attention- Lighting devices and brake adjustment

15-Jun-16 CVSA 7740-48 & 7719-53 Out of Service- Suspensions

15-Jun-16 CVSA 7740-48 Requires Attention- Wheels, Rims & Hubs

16-Jun-16 CVSA 1137 Requires Attention- Exhaust systems

28-Jun-16 CVSA 1137 Pass

Jerry Allen Director of Safety &

Compliance

ROAD HEROES If any Team 9 member receives a clean CVSA Pass and takes it to their

Team Leader, they are awarded $200. TWO Team 9 members have received payouts in the past couple of month.

Congratulations!

The question is...Will YOU be Team 9’s next Road Hero?

Date Location Incident Estimated

1-Jun-16 Calgary Ran into concrete block with unit 2279 at YYC 500

3-Jun-16 Calgary Backing 158 to door and struck 2209 on front fender 1000

3-Jun-16 Drumheller Backing up in alley in Trochu top of trailer caught a low lying cable 0

9-Jun-16 Westlock Hit fence at Connect 1000

8-Jun-16 Medicine Hat

Struck cows under the Brooks overpass with unit 22103 18000

28-Jun-16 Red Deer Hit curb in middle of the road with bumper of truck 500

29-Jun-16 Edmonton Moose hit 21000

30-Jun-16 Calgary While passing clipped bumper on a 2015 Mack truck 750

5-Jul-16 Streamline Backing and scraped the overhang at Chinook Care 500

11-Jul-16 Calgary Unit 2024 struck on right front fender by motor home that was trying to park 0

11-Jul-16 Calgary Incident investigated- determined non-incident no driver fault- claim denied 0

12-Jul-16 Drumheller Backing up in Glover yard and backed into the steps on a parked Kenworth truck 3000

14-Jul-16 Red Deer Jack Knife tractor trailer in Westburne yard damaging unit 2002 tractor 2000

18-Jul-16 Calgary Damage fender on pull behind trailer while loading it at out depot in Calgary 300

29-Jul-16 Calgary When signal to turn left 3rd party went to pass and ended up going in ditch 0

Drumheller’s Mini

Chucks is a fundraiser for local chari-

ties. With sponsored wagon

covers, Team 9’s very own

Shelley Blanchette, “drove”

her company’s wagon with

determination and bravery.

Thanks, Shelley, for your par-

ticipation and representation.

Westlock Parade Run annually, this year celebrating their 100 year anniversary! Community

is important to Team 9, so Randy Woelk (seen in picture), Shane Tyson,

and Kenzie Tyson were happy to participate. A great day, Team 9-thank

you for sharing.

Alberta Pride is not just a “catch phrase” for The Hi-Way 9 Group of

Companies. With the wildfires in and around Fort McMur-

ray, which affected all Albertans, Team 9 spent many hours

and resources providing support and help for the efforts of

the community and workers on location.

Trucks were loaded and transferred, manpower was donat-

ed and provided, freight moved at no cost, not including the

many personal donations given from the employees.

This effort was not done for public recognition or taken as

an opportunity to highlight what is done for free-but truly

represents what Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies really is:

“The Carriers that Care”.

Earth Day is recognized annually throughout Alberta by

Team 9! Taking care of our part of the envi-

ronment, we ensure our grounds and the areas

around us are garbage free.

Picking up litter that has been around

throughout the winter may be a daunting, and

at times, disgusting job, but Team 9 knows

the far-reaching effects of their efforts are

worth the time-and

extra hand-

washing.

Thanks for caring

Team 9-from future

generations.

Drumheller

Edmonton

Pride Team 9-Like No Other

The Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!

Adam Boyd

Jim Spycher, Dany Demers

Sean Farthing

Kurtis Applekvist

Darcy Lodge

Karl Klein

Rob Hayward

Vance Rigel

Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies provides

many services for their customers-the

vast majority with the number one “tool”

-a truck. That unit is the first thing cus-

tomers see prior to receiving their prod-

ucts, and the last thing that represents

Team 9 as the service is completed.

Hence-the importance of truck pride!

A company who cares about the small

details-like a clean truck on the outside,

gives the customers reassurance that the

freight inside that unit is in even better

shape and protection.

Congratulations, Gary Boyd of Team 9-

Deck-Way division. One can see the

pride in your unit, your job, and the com-

pany you represent. You will receive a

jacket in recognition of your effort.

Thank-you!

Slurpee day at Hi-Way 9

Edmonton! And yes, Jordi

Turner (bottom r ight) shared

his!

Congratulations to these Calgary

Team 9 members! A reason to

celebrate...or perhaps a reason to

appreciate? Doesn’t matter-we do

both!

Larry Griffin-29?

Kevin McDonald

Hard-working Team 9 members

need fuel to keep going-so Team 9

Edmonton leaders pulled out their

BBQs for some good-old-fashioned

hot dogs! Hit the spot!

YOU CAN’T

DO A GOOD JOB

IF YOUR JOB

IS ALL YOU

DO.

Streamline (Calgary) , a division of Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies, is ready for just about any transportation challenge presented. Frank Rogers (left) and James Stebanuk weren’t quite prepared for THIS shipment, but hey- “everyone” arrived safe and sound.

Gary Boyd

SAFETY

The Carriers That Care!

Back-to-school season isn’t just for the children. When the school year begins, there are more cars on the road, more pedestrians and bicyclists to watch for, and a higher risk for accidents. That means it’s time to take extra caution on your routes.

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), 327 school-age children died in school-transportation-related crashes between 2004-2013. Of those deaths, 201 were in vehicle accidents, 116 were pedestrians, and nine were cyclists.

Follow these eight tips to keep children (and yourself) safe during the school year:

1. Watch the clock (and the calendar)-According to NHTSA, school travel most often happens from September 1 through June 15. Peak school travel hours are between 6-9a.m. and again from 2-5p.m.

2. Look for those flashing lights & stop signs. Alberta has laws requiring drivers to stop for a stopped school bus. The bus-es have lights and a stop sign-you must stop. You must remain stopped until the lights are off, the stop sign is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving again. Some buses are now outfitted with cameras that capture drivers who pass illegally.

3. Keep your distance. Studies show children are in most danger of being hit by a vehicle within 10 feet of the school bus. Be sure to stop far enough away to allow children to walk to and from the bus.

4. Obey crossing guards. When a stop sign is displayed, motorists are required to stop. If you see a crossing guard holding a stop sign in a crosswalk, be sure to stop well before the crosswalk to give kids the appropriate room to cross the street safely.

5. Know your school zones. Zones are marked with signs, have a speed limit of 30 km/h, and are active at various times of the day depending each city’s bylaws. Even if the school zone appears clear, obey the traffic laws in the zone for every-one’s safety.

6. Know the neighborhood. Even if you’re not in a school zone, you might encounter children walking or bicycling to school on roads you travel often. Slow down and watch for children at all times.

7. Plan ahead. Know the school zones on your route and what time you may encounter them. That way you’ll be pre-pared for any slowdowns. Also, look for alternate routes that don’t include school zones.

8. Expect the unexpected. Children do not easily estimate the speed of an oncoming vehicle, nor do they always cross safely at a crosswalk. Being alert can save a life.

One last reminder-EVERY COMMUNITY IN ALBERTA SETS THEIR OWN SCHOOL ZONE TIMES!

Do not “assume”. Watch for signs, and keep our children safe.

Whos Who & SmartWay

The Carriers That Care!

Name: Collins Ejikmene

Original Start Date: January, 2008

Current position: Streamline Calgary driver

History with Team 9: Streamline Body job driver, obtained class 1 and currently city tractor

Accolades: Dedicated & hard working. At work every day (doesn’t call in sick) and always available to sup-port in extra work. A great driver who takes care of his equipment and customers.

Team 9 warm & fuzzies: Likes the friendly environment and his coworkers are good people to deal with

Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies is a SmartWay Transport Partner! Recognized within strict guidelines, SmartWay partners are invested in reducing fuel costs, improving effi-ciency, and encouraging best practices in their freight sup-ply chains.

The responsibility to maintain this recognition falls solely on the shoulders of Team 9. Benchmarking their operations, tracking fuel consumption and improving annual perfor-mance is mandatory-and yet beneficial not only for the cur-rent system but also the generations to come.

Recognizing the importance of taking care of our environ-ment through the SmartWay Partnership is yet one more way that shows Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies truly are “The Carriers that Care”.

Every energy consumer needs to be aware of the environ-ment, their responsibility, and ways to be efficient.

Energy-efficient products: *save energy *lower utility bills

*reduce impacts on the environment

Many Canadians are already familiar with the two brands that Natural Resources Canada uses to make it easier to buy energy-efficient products:

The ENERGY STAR symbol indicates that a prod-uct meets or exceeds high efficiency standards. Currently, more than 70 product categories can qualify for the symbol and, typically, a certified model is in the top 15 to 30 percent of its class for energy performance.

The ENERGUIDE label compares a products ener-gy performance to others in its class. The label is mandatory on certain products as a part of Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations. On other products, its presence is voluntary.

Do your part at home, Team 9.

DO YOUR PART, TEAM 9!