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Every Move Matters

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Growing More Than Communities—Growing Canada’s Future

Moving is more than getting from one place to another.

 

It’s a new beginning.

A fresh start.

A chance to build something better.

 

At Atlas Van Lines Canada, we believe every move should make a positive impact—not only for the families we serve, but for the communities and environment we all share.

 

That’s the idea behind Every Move Matters.

 

Through our partnership with Tree Canada, every qualifying move completed with a member of the Atlas Trusted Agent Network helps plant a tree that contributes to healthier forests and stronger communities across Canada.

 

Why Trees Matter

 

Lush green grass and trees in a sunlit field, with warm sunbeams filtering through the foliage.

 

Trees are one of Canada’s greatest natural resources, quietly working every day to improve the places we live.

 

Every tree planted helps:

 

Capture Carbon

Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping reduce greenhouse gases while improving air quality.

 

Cool Our Communities

Healthy tree canopies provide natural shade, helping reduce urban temperatures during Canada’s hottest summer months.

 

Protect Watersheds

Tree roots stabilize soil, reduce erosion and naturally filter water before it reaches our lakes, rivers and streams.

 

Support Wildlife

From birds and pollinators to mammals and insects, healthy forests provide essential habitat for countless Canadian species.

 

Build More Resilient Communities

Trees improve neighbourhoods, create greener public spaces and leave a healthier environment for future generations.

 

Every Move Matters

 

Choosing an Atlas Trusted Agent means choosing a mover who is committed to professionalism, accountability and giving back.

 

Our Trusted Agent Network represents moving professionals who understand that great service extends beyond moving belongings safely. It means strengthening the communities we serve and leaving a positive legacy for those who come after us.

 

When thousands of families move with Atlas each year, those individual moves become something much bigger.

 

Together, they help restore Canadian forests—one tree at a time.

 

A Better Move for Canada

 

An Atlas truck travels along a road with majestic mountains rising in the background.

 

Moving will always be about helping families start their next chapter.

 

We’re proud that those moves can also help create cleaner air, healthier forests and stronger communities across the country.

 

Because moving isn’t just about where you’re going.

 

It’s about the impact you leave behind.

 

One move. One tree. A lasting impact.

Atlas Van Lines Canada Renews Partnership with Tree Canada

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Atlas Van Lines Canada Renews Partnership with Tree Canada for 2026

Atlas Van Lines Canada is proud to continue its partnership with Tree Canada in 2026, reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable business practices. As part of this initiative, Atlas Canada will plant one tree for every residential move booked in Canada throughout the year, contributing up to 5,000 trees to help restore forests, strengthen local ecosystems, and support a greener future. To further amplify the impact, the Government of Canada will match the number of trees planted through its 2 Billion Trees program – doubling the positive environmental contribution of every customer move to a total of 10,000 trees.

 

These trees will be planted in communities across the country, helping to sequester carbon, enhance biodiversity, and improve overall environmental health.

 

“At Atlas Canada, sustainability is about taking meaningful action,” said Fred Haladay, President & COO of Atlas Canada. “Every move represents an opportunity to give back to the communities we serve. Through our continued partnership with Tree Canada, we’re proud to help grow Canada’s tree canopy and make a lasting difference – one tree at a time.”

 

This program is brought to life through Atlas Canada’s nationwide network of trusted agents, who support customers throughout their relocation journeys. Together, Atlas and its agents are empowering customers to take part in environmental restoration simply by choosing Atlas for their move.

 

As Atlas Canada looks ahead, the company remains focused on advancing sustainable practices across its operations. The ongoing partnership with Tree Canada reflects Atlas Canada’s broader commitment to reducing its environmental footprint while contributing to healthier, more resilient communities for generations to come.

 

About Atlas Canada

 

Since 1963, Atlas Canada has been the nation’s leading provider of long-distance residential and corporate moving services. With a network of over 100 trusted agents across the country, Atlas offers safe, reliable relocation solutions tailored to customer needs. In addition to its moving expertise, Atlas Canada provides comprehensive logistics services, ensuring seamless supply chain management and specialized freight handling. For more information, visit www.atlasvanlines.ca.

 

About Tree Canada

 

Tree Canada is the only national non-profit organization dedicated to planting and nurturing trees in rural and urban environments in every province across the country. Since 1992, Tree Canada has worked to grow Canada’s tree canopy through greening programs, research, and community engagement. Together with partners, Tree Canada plants millions of trees each year to support resilient ecosystems and healthier, greener communities. For more information, visit www.treecanada.ca.

 

Atlas Canada Partners with Food Banks Canada to Support Families Across Canada

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Atlas Canada Joins Forces with Food Banks Canada to Support Families in Need

Oakville, ON — February 9, 2026

 

Atlas Van Lines Canada is proud to continue its partnership with Food Banks Canada, a national charitable organization dedicated to relieving hunger and strengthening food security across the country. In 2026, Atlas Canada remains committed to giving back and providing meals to families in need for every residential move booked in Canada.

 

This initiative reflects Atlas Canada’s ongoing commitment to making a meaningful difference in our community. Through this partnership, Atlas Canada supports food banks nationwide, helping ensure more people in Canada have access to nutritious food during challenging times.

 

“At Atlas Canada, we believe every move has the power to create positive change, not only by helping families relocate, but by strengthening the communities where we live and work,” said Fred Haladay, President & CEO of Atlas Canada. “Our continued collaboration with Food Banks Canada allows us to turn everyday moves into meaningful impact. Together, we’re helping provide essential support to families across Canada, one move at a time.”

 

“Food insecurity in Canada has reached a level we cannot ignore. With close to 2.2 million visits made to food banks this month alone, people across the country are facing pressures unlike anything we’ve seen before, and the need for strong, sustained support has never been greater,” shared Erin Filey-Wronecki, Chief Development & Partnerships Officer, Food Banks Canada. “Thanks to the continued commitment from Atlas Van Lines Canada, we can support those in communities across the country who need it most, working towards our vision of a Canada where no one goes hungry.”

 

Atlas Canada Proudly Serves as a Matching Partner for Food Banks Canada’s Family Day Campaign

 

From February 9–16, 2026, Atlas Canada is honoured to once again serve as a matching partner for Food Banks Canada’s Family Day Campaign. This campaign helps to amplify efforts and provide meals to families facing food insecurity. During this time, Atlas Canada will match the first $25,000 in Family Day donations—doubling the impact for communities in need. A gift of $42, when matched, can help feed a family of four for up to two weeks, providing vital support when it matters most.

 

This initiative offers an opportunity for Canadians to come together, demonstrate the power of community, and help ensure families across the country have access to the food they need.

 

Donate Now To Double Your Impact.

 

About Atlas Canada

 

Founded in 1963, Atlas Canada is a trusted leader in long-distance residential and corporate moving services nationwide. Supported by a network of more than 100 professional agents, Atlas delivers dependable, customized relocation solutions designed to meet evolving customer needs. Atlas Canada is also a key player in logistics and specialized freight handling, providing seamless supply chain support nationwide. Learn more at www.atlasvanlines.ca.

 

About Food Banks Canada

 

Food Banks Canada is the leader in addressing food insecurity in Canada.Our mission is to provide national leadership to relieve hunger today and prevent hunger tomorrow in collaboration with the food bank network from coast to coast to coast. For over 40 years, food banks have been dedicated to helping people living in Canada with food insecurity. Over 5,500 food banks and community organizations come together to serve our most vulnerable neighbours, who — this year — made close to 2.2 million visits to these organizations in one month alone, according to our HungerCount report. Since 2010, Food Banks Canada has shared over $1 billion in food supports and over $275 million in funding to help maximize collective impact and strengthen local capacity—while, backed by leading research, advocating for meaningful actions from governments to counter hunger and its root causes. Our vision is clear: to create a Canada where no one goes hungry. Visit foodbankscanada.ca to learn more.