Trusted Container & Transport Specialists
We’re Yellow Dog Group: a team of hands-on specialists connecting container sales, rentals, storage, and transportation across Alberta. Built on decades of intermodal experience, our mission is simple: to solve problems, support our customers, and move things forward from global retailers and distribution teams to small businesses and local contractors.
Our Commitment
We exist to make containers simple. Our mission is to deliver practical, dependable service rooted in local experience, accountability, and care — serving our customers the right way, every time.
our History
Transportation Beginnings
Gary Bader founds Yellow Dog as a single Owner Operator, hauling containers for CN out of Calgary.
Drayage Services Begin
Yellow Dog enters the drayage market, expanding container transportation beyond rail partners to commercial clients.
Calgary Depot Opens
Container storage services launch in Calgary, alongside expanded transportation operations and growing equipment capacity.
Edmonton Transport Expansion
Yellow Dog expands its transportation services to Edmonton, offering more coverage and flexibility for clients across Alberta.
Edmonton Depot Opens
Depot services expand north to Edmonton, bringing storage and handling solutions to more Alberta customers.
Container Sales & Rentals
Yellow Dog officially launches container sales and rentals, offering flexible, local options for residential and commercial use.
Built on Trust. Backed by Decades of Experience.
Experience has taught us what matters: honest service, dependable follow-through, and customers who know they can count on us.
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Gary Bader
Founder, CEO
His vision back in 1997 evolved into the great organization that has become the leader in Alberta’s intermodal market.
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Ken Bader
General Manager
Growing the relationships with our amazing customers, partners and team members with 17+ years in the business.
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Cyndi Kobzar
Manager Finance & Administration
Paying the bills and organizing behind the scenes for 13+ years.
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Brittany Blundon
Operations Manager
Keeping the trucks rolling smoothly, customers satisfied, and our team on track with 12+ years in the business.
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Max Graham
Calgary Depot Manager
Running the Calgary Depot like a well-oiled machine by applying 40 years of industry experience.
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Dean Gladue
Edmonton Terminal Manager
Keeping our Edmonton Fleet and Depot Team at the top of their game for 10+ years using his unique blend of experience
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Sindi Kenney
Safety & Compliance
Ensuring our teams are safe on the roads and onsite.
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Carlos Olea
Container Sales & Rentals
Finding great solutions for your container needs.
