Groupe Morneau Named National Winner of the 2026 Northbridge Insurance Transportation Safety Award
Groupe Morneau is proud to announce that it has been named the national winner of the 2026 Transportation Safety Award presented by Northbridge Insurance. This recognition highlights the ongoing commitment of our teams to the highest safety standards in the Canadian transportation industry.
In addition to this national distinction, Northbridge Insurance also awarded regional prizes to Titanium Transportation Group Inc. (Ontario), J.D.A. Ventures Ltd. (Western Canada), and Classic Freight Systems (Atlantic provinces).
A Recognition of Our Commitment to Safety
The Northbridge Insurance Transportation Safety Award highlights carriers that are advancing safety practices within the Canadian transportation industry.
This distinction is based on a rigorous evaluation of safety and risk management performance.
“In the Canadian transportation sector, safety management has evolved from a compliance checkbox to a central pillar of operational excellence. Groupe Morneau integrates safety across all its operations, from driver management to the establishment of robust internal processes and technology choices,” said Brian Mather, National Vice President, Transportation and Logistics at Northbridge Insurance.
A Rigorous Evaluation Based on Key Criteria
Each year, finalists and winners are selected based on Northbridge Insurance’s Transportation Benchmark Profile, which uses Canadian data to assess safety performance.
Evaluation criteria include:
Regulatory compliance
Driver management
Risk management
On-road performance
Claims management
Industry engagement
Safety at the Core of Our Operations
At Groupe Morneau, safety is a fundamental pillar of our daily operations. It is driven by the commitment of our teams and supported by concrete initiatives focused on continuous improvement.
Our actions include:
Driver training and retention programs
Integration of performance and tracking technologies
Robust internal risk management processes
As a fourth-generation family-owned company, we also continue our commitment to the community and the transportation industry through various initiatives related to health, culture, and well-being.
A Shared Source of Pride for Our Teams
“Receiving this award is a great source of pride for our entire team. At Groupe Morneau, safety is an integral part of how we work every day, both on the road and within our operations,” says Catherine Morneau, Co-President of Groupe Morneau.
“It is first and foremost driven by the commitment of our drivers and teams, who consistently make it a priority. This recognition highlights the collective efforts we make to provide a safe environment for both our employees and the communities we serve.”
About the Selection
To be eligible for this award, carriers must hold a policy with Northbridge Insurance for at least two consecutive years, demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, and show continuous improvement in their practices.
Other 2026 Winners
This year’s finalists also included North 60 Petro and RB Curry Auto Transport, both nominated for the first time.
To learn more about the 2026 Northbridge Insurance Transportation Safety Award and view the full list of winners, visit the Northbridge Transportation Safety Award website here.
About Northbridge Insurance
Northbridge Insurance is one of Canada’s leading commercial insurance providers, supporting transportation and logistics businesses for over 75 years with deep expertise in risk management.
About Groupe Morneau
Since 1942, Groupe Morneau has been providing transportation and logistics services across Quebec and Eastern Canada. With a network of 24 strategically located terminals, the company develops comprehensive solutions tailored to its clients’ needs.
The Groupe Morneau is composed of three divisions:
GEO (general transportation)
BOREA (refrigerated transport and warehousing)
GLOBAL (logistics and brokerage)