28 Years of Freight. One Name. One Standard.
From our 1997 incorporation in Winnipeg to our position as Western Canada's trusted freight and terminal operator, BCWEST has remained committed to operational excellence above all.
Built from the Ground Up in Western Canada
BCWEST Terminal Freight Services Inc. was born in Winnipeg on September 26, 1997 — incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act with a simple mission: to build the most reliable freight and terminal operation in Western Canada.
Originally registered as 3417794 Canada Ltd., the company underwent a strategic corporate rebrand in February 2000 to BCWEST Terminal Freight Services Inc., a name that better reflected our growing expertise in terminal operations, freight transportation, and logistics coordination across the western provinces.
Over 28 years of operations, we have remained privately held, operationally focused, and deeply committed to the Western Canadian industries we serve. We have not chased scale for scale's sake. We have built depth — operational depth, network depth, and client relationship depth.
Today, from our registered offices at 201 Portage Avenue in Winnipeg, we operate freight transportation, terminal services, warehousing, logistics coordination, cross-border shipping, and tank farm operations. We are one of Western Canada's most trusted freight partners — not because we say so, but because our clients have trusted us with their supply chains for decades.
Milestones of
28 Years
Incorporated as 3417794 Canada Ltd.
Founded in Winnipeg, Manitoba under the Canada Business Corporations Act on September 26, 1997.
Rebranded to BCWEST Terminal Freight Services Inc.
Corporate name changed to reflect the company's focus on Western Canadian terminal freight operations.
Network Expansion Across Prairie Provinces
Grew freight operations and terminal capacity across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta corridors.
New Board Governance Structure
New Board members appointed to the Board of Directors. James S. Reimer confirmed as significant controlling shareholder.
New Director Assigned
New director appointment strengthens governance and executive oversight of operations.
28 Years of Operational Excellence
Annual filings current. Active status maintained. Corporate profile current as of May 2025.
What We Stand For
Operational Integrity
We do what we say we will do. Every shipment, every terminal operation, every client commitment is treated with the same level of accountability.
Safety Without Compromise
Safety is built into every operational procedure. From terminal handling to road transport, our protocols exceed regulatory minimums.
Western Canadian Pride
We are a Prairie company. We understand the pace, scale, and needs of Western Canadian industry — and we are built to serve it.
Long-Term Partnership
Our clients do not hire us for a single shipment and move on. They build supply chain infrastructure with us over years and decades.
Governing with
Purpose & Precision
ESTUNT RAIVO
Appointed President & Chief Executive Officer in January 2019, Estunt Raivo provides executive leadership for BCWEST Terminal Freight Services Inc.‘s global strategy, corporate governance, and long-term business development. He oversees the Company’s international terminal storage, marine logistics, freight, and commercial operations, driving sustainable growth while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence, customer service, and corporate integrity.
BOLANOS CASTRO SILVIA GRACIELA
Since assuming the role of Group Executive Vice President – Global Operations in April 2020, Bolanos Castro Silvia Graciela has led BCWEST’s worldwide operational activities, including terminal storage coordination, cargo allocation, vessel scheduling, and operational performance. She is responsible for ensuring efficient service delivery, operational excellence, and consistent standards across the Company’s international storage and logistics network.
SOPHIE LEBLANC
Sophie LeBlanc joined BCWEST as Chief Commercial Officer in September 2021 and leads the Company’s global commercial strategy, customer relations, and business development initiatives. She oversees commercial negotiations, strategic partnerships, storage agreements, and international client engagement while supporting BCWEST’s continued expansion across global energy and logistics markets.
DAVID RICHARDS
David Richards was appointed Director – Shipping & Marine Logistics in February 2022 and oversees BCWEST’s global shipping, marine logistics, and freight coordination activities. He is responsible for vessel scheduling, cargo movement, charter operations, and marine logistics planning, working closely with terminal operators and international logistics partners to ensure safe and efficient operations.
AHMED AL MANSOORI
Ahmed Al Mansoori joined BCWEST in May 2023 as Director – Compliance, HSE & Security. He leads the Company’s compliance, health, safety, environmental, and security functions, ensuring operations are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and corporate governance standards while strengthening enterprise risk management and operational integrity across BCWEST’s international activities.
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