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Dana Cantelo

A highly caffeinated, professional marketer by day, and a music-loving, vegan and toddler-wrangler by night. Most will say, Dana has always had a notable way with words and, therefore, blogging came naturally in her role as the Marketing Communications Specialist at Verduyn Tarps since 2021. She enjoys planning and interacting with clients at tradeshows and helping to manage all social media accounts. Dana's career highlights include obtaining both an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration (2015) and a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from Humber College (2020) while starting her own vintage resale business. Her resume consists of nearly two decades of various leadership roles in the fashion, beauty, transportation, and home improvement industries. She is dedicated to strengthening brand relationships and promoting brand loyalty through genuine connections in both the B2C and B2B markets.

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Posts by Dana

What Is a Dry Van?

By Dana Cantelo / November 28, 2024

A dry van refers to an enclosed trailer used for transporting a wide variety of goods, ensuring protection from external elements. These vans have solid walls, a roof, and a floor, shielding cargo from harsh weather conditions like rain and extreme cold. Unlike refrigerated trailers equipped with temperature control systems, dry vans are designed for […]

What to Expect from Verduyn Tarps and The Trucking Industry in 2025

By Dana Cantelo / November 21, 2024

Looking at Canada’s trucking industry in 2025 through a broad lens, we will likely see a blend of traditional operations and innovative technologies. While full automation is not yet a reality, there will be significant advancements in electric trucks, AI integration, and smart technologies. The industry’s ability to adapt to regulatory pressures, workforce challenges, and […]

Find Us At The Building Show!

By Dana Cantelo / November 21, 2024

It’sss SHOWTIME!!!    Mark you calendars! Verduyn Tarps is rolling into town…  Returning for its 36th year, The Buildings Show is North America’s largest exposition, conference, and networking event for construction, building design and property management communities taking place December 4 – 6, 2024 in downtown Toronto, Ontario.    Our team is excited to be participating […]

What are Glad Hands on a Truck?

By Dana Cantelo / November 7, 2024

What Are Glad Hands on a Truck? What are glad hands, how do they work, and why should Canadian truck drivers and fleet managers invest in them? Operating heavy-duty or commercial trucks requires trailers to be properly equipped to meet the demands associated with these vehicles. Essential for maintaining safety and compliance, the glad-hand connection […]

A Track Record of the Eagle Tarp System: Reaching New Heights

By Dana Cantelo / September 24, 2024

At Verduyn Tarps, we believe your track should be the strongest part of your system. Since our bays opened in 1986, we knew we had a pretty great product on our hands – our Eagle Tarp System. Confidence grew over the years as the positive feedback from our customers poured in.   The Next Best Thing  […]

Verduyn Tarps 38th Anniversary!

By Dana Cantelo / September 3, 2024

It All Started with A Dream…  This summer Verduyn Tarps celebrated its 38th anniversary of business. What started as a one-man operation has grown into a multi-national, multi-bay enterprise with almost 150 employees across four locations!  Lloyd Verduyn opened his first 2,000 sq. foot shop in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on May 1, 1986, with his […]

Quality Trailers

By Dana Cantelo / August 21, 2024

Located at 28 Roy Roche Drive in Centreport, Manitoba, Quality Trailers is a company that takes pride in the industrial-strength quality of their trailer systems. Quality Trailers specializes in trailer parts, service, and sales. They are the licensed vendor for BWS, Stoughton, Doonan, and Mac trailers, providing options in steel, aluminum, or combo materials.   In […]

What is a Headache Rack?

By Dana Cantelo / August 16, 2024

What Is A Headache Rack? One of the questions that might linger to those who are not familiar with a headache rack is “What is a headache rack?” Or “why is it called a headache rack?”. A headache rack is one simple, but highly functional, portion of a trucker’s essential equipment that provides safety for […]

All About Canvas Tarps

By Dana Cantelo / August 15, 2024

When searching for a reliable tarp that can provide solid protection against the harsh weather conditions we have in Canada, canvas tarps never disappoint. Made with heavy-duty, water-resistant fabric, these tarps do an impressive job protecting personal items from dust and moisture. While there are many off-the-rack tarps you can purchase on the market, it […]

What Is a B-Train Trailer?

By Dana Cantelo / August 15, 2024

What Is a B-Train Trailer: Configuration, Types, and Applications Wherever you go, transportation is considered a necessity for both people and goods. Transportation is an integral part of the lives of Canadians because aside from transporting people from point A to point B, transportation has also been instrumental in delivering goods. B-trains for instance, have […]