Prairie Network Fully Operational, Backlog Recovery Underway

Apr 27, 2026
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We are now fully operational with LCVs across all Prairie lanes following the weather event that began Thursday and resulted in three consecutive days of lost LCV capacity.

Current Network Status

  • All corridors are open and running LCVs
  • Recovery efforts are actively underway across the network 

Freight Backlog (Current)

  • Calgary – Regina: 31 loads 
  • Calgary – Winnipeg: 66 loads 
  • Edmonton – Winnipeg: 15 loads 
  • Saskatoon – Edmonton: 26 loads 

Recovery Actions

  • LCV drivers supported additional shifts over the weekend
  • Highway and Logistics teams engaged to support recovery efforts and increase throughput 
  • Network is positioned to accelerate clearing backlogs over the coming days

Freight Prioritization

We are executing against the following prioritization:

Tier 1 (First to move)

  • Expedited 
  • Service Alert 
  • Non-dry CPGD 
  • Perishable freight 

Tier 2

  • Dry CPGD freight 
  • Temperature-controlled freight 

Tier 3

  • Dry loads 

Current Status:

  • All areas are actively moving Tier 1 freight
  • Edmonton – Winnipeg has progressed into Tier 2 freight movement

Outlook

  • Forecasted weather conditions are favorable for continued LCV operations throughout the week
  • Focus remains on clearing backlog efficiently while maintaining service integrity

We will continue to provide updates as recovery progresses.


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