Intermodal & Trucking Integrated Logistics Services Canada

Move freight across Canada with integrated intermodal and trucking logistics backed by real operators, vetted capacity, and cross-border expertise. Little John Transportation Services coordinates rail, drayage, truckload, LTL, expedited, and temperature-controlled freight with 24/7 visibility—built for Canadian lanes, border requirements, seasonal weather challenges, and complex North American supply chains.

Intermodal train and trucks moving freight in Canada

Our Integrated Logistics Services

Coordinated rail, drayage, truckload, LTL, expedited, and temperature-controlled solutions for Canadian freight lanes.

Canada Cross-Border

Canada-focused freight capacity for shipments moving within Canada or across the U.S. and México, including customs coordination, certified programs, bonded capabilities, and a single accountable logistics contact.

Intermodal Drayage

Rail and drayage capacity across North America with container, chassis, and door-to-door routing for shippers seeking efficient long-haul freight movement and coordinated final-mile execution.

Full Truckload

Full truckload coverage using dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, container, and chassis equipment, supported by 65,000+ approved carriers and 24/7 dispatch and tracking.

LTL Freight

Less-than-truckload van and flatbed service across Canada and the United States, offering multiple carrier rate options, centralized pricing, electronic access, and track-and-trace visibility.

Expedited Freight

Time-critical freight options including team-driver service, direct routing, hot-shot expedited, cross-border expedited, and air freight handoff for loads with firm delivery windows.

Cold Chain

Temperature-controlled freight for pharma, perishables, and food-grade products using thermal-mapped reefer capacity, continuous monitoring, pre-cool confirmation, and audit-ready temperature documentation.

Logistics coordinator tracking intermodal and trucking shipments

Our Integrated Freight Process

Review Freight And Lane Requirements

Your account contact reviews origin, destination, freight class, dimensions, timing, temperature needs, and border requirements. For Canadian lanes, we also account for weather exposure, rail ramp access, provincial routing, and delivery constraints.

Select The Right Capacity Mix

Coordinate Compliance And Border Details

Dispatch And Monitor Every Leg

Confirm Delivery And Documentation

Proven Freight Results

Success Stories

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving complex freight across Canada, the United States, and México.

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

Jorge Otero
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a logistics partner built for complex freight, compliance, and responsive execution.

Certified

Canadian freight benefits from CSA, FAST, C-TPAT, and CTPAT-validated cross-border capabilities.

Human-Led

Real people coordinate loads, border details, and updates across North American freight lanes.

Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers support intermodal, truckload, expedited, reefer, and specialized capacity.

Visible

24/7 dispatch and tracking help manage weather, border timing, and tight Canadian delivery windows.

Meet The Logistics Team

Experienced logistics professionals managing complex freight with accountability.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are integrated intermodal and trucking logistics services?

Integrated logistics combines multiple transportation modes—such as rail, drayage, truckload, LTL, expedited, and specialized capacity—under one coordinated plan. For Canadian freight, that often means aligning inland trucking, rail ramps, border documentation, customs timing, and delivery appointments so shipments move efficiently without forcing your team to manage multiple disconnected providers.

Can you ship freight throughout Canada?

When should I choose intermodal instead of truckload?

How do you handle Canada cross-border freight requirements?

Will I receive tracking updates on my shipment?

What equipment is available for Canadian logistics lanes?

Can you support urgent or same-day freight?

How is pricing determined for integrated logistics?

Need Help Planning a Shipment?

Get practical answers from people who manage complex freight daily.

North American Coverage

Coordinated logistics coverage across Canada, the United States, and México for complex North American freight.

Do We Cover Your Freight Lane?

Share your origin and destination to confirm available capacity.

Recognized & Certified

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

ACT Transport 50

Ranked leading specialized carrier in North America.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport recognition badge

IC Global Ranking

Recognized globally for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy recognition badge

TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy transport provider.

Plan Your Canada Freight Move

Tell us your origin, destination, freight type, equipment needs, and timing. A real logistics professional will review the lane and respond with practical capacity options.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.