Mental Health Matters on the Road – from Ippolito Transportation Inc.
Life behind the wheel takes skill, focus, and resilience. As commercial drivers, you manage long hours, changing schedules, traffic, weather, border crossings, and time away from home, all while keeping safety as the top priority. While physical safety is often front and centre in our industry, mental health is just as important and deserves the […]
Press Release: Ippolito Transportation Inc. awarded 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For®
Press Release: Ippolito Transportation Inc. awarded 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For® Burlington, ON February 2, 2026:— Ippolito Transportation Inc., a Canadian family-owned transportation company, is proud to announce it has been named a 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For® award recipient. This marks the company’s second time earning the prestigious recognition, which […]
Remembrance Day – Honouring Those Who Served
On November 11, we pause to remember the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country in times of war, conflict, and peace. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice have shaped the freedoms and values we enjoy today. At Ippolito Transportation Inc., we stand in gratitude for their service and for […]
Canada Post Strike Thursday, September 25, 2025
Canada Post went on strike Thursday, September 25, 2025. There is no mail delivery. Please note that while postal delivery may be impacted, we still require timely payment of invoices. To help minimize any disruption, we are offering the following alternative payment options: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT/ACH) – CAD and USD Interac e-Transfer (CAD) Wire […]
Back-to-School Season: Finding Balance on the Road and at Home
As the school year begins, Ippolito Transportation recognize that many drivers are juggling the demands of life on the road while supporting kids heading back into classrooms. This season brings excitement but can also add new challenges to family routines. Staying connected doesn’t have to mean being physically present every day—it’s about finding ways to […]
On-the-Road Coping Strategies: Commercial Drivers
Safety Is Everyone’s Concern! Driving can be stressful; as such, there are some practical coping strategies: Breathing & Relaxation Deep breathing: Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds—repeat 3–5 times. Try “progressive muscle relaxation”: tense and relax each muscle group starting from your feet and working up to your head. […]
What to look for in a Customs Broker
Ippolito Transportation is a transportation carrier, not a customs broker. A customs broker is responsible for preparing and submitting documentation to clear your freight through customs, handling duties, taxes, and compliance with import regulations. As your carrier, we specialize in the physical movement of your goods—whether LTL or TL—ensuring timely and secure delivery across the […]
Important Notice to Our Valued Customers – May 16, 2025 – Postal Strike
Following a temporary pause in the national Canada Post labour disruption at the end of 2024, negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) are ongoing. A strike or service interruption remains possible as early as May 22, 2025. While a resolution may still be reached, Ippolito Transportation Inc is encouraging […]
CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management effective May 20, 2025 – CARM
We at Ippolito Transportation Inc. constantly strive to provide the most current and updated information to customers. To continue offering our high-quality reliability, we would like to let you know about the changes to CARM, which take effect on May 20, 2025. The CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative is changing how the […]
Press Release: Ippolito Transportation Inc. awarded Silver winner in the Project44 2025 Preferred Carrier Awards
Burlington, ON, May 14, 2025: Ippolito Transportation Inc. has been awarded the Silver winner in the project44 2025 Preferred Carrier Awards. Preferred carriers included this year have demonstrated a commitment to achieving: High tracking percentages across multiple loads Tracked shipment volume greater than 200 loads per year First created in 2020, project44’s Preferred Carrier program […]
