Community Supply Delivery Challenges

Polar Industries focuses on growth and servicing remote communities by delivering essential supplies. They face challenges such as transporting large equipment that cannot be flown in. The company is involved in various projects, including building a health center and housing projects. They navigate logistical challenges in remote areas, particularly on ice roads in Manitoba. New contracts, like with Casablanca First Nation, present unique challenges but also opportunities for community impact. The company aims to capitalize on these opportunities to expand and better serve communities.

What is one of the main goals of Polar Industries?

• Reducing costs

• Developing new products

• Servicing communities

• Expanding internationally

Why can't some supplies be delivered by airplane?

• They are too expensive

• They are too large

• They are not needed

• They are perishable

What is one of the projects Polar Industries is involved in?

• Building a new school

• Constructing a health center

• Developing a shopping mall

• Renovating a library

What is a challenge faced when delivering to Tadoule Lake?

• Lack of funding

• Poor weather

• Remote location

• Heavy traffic

What makes the ice roads in Manitoba unique?

• They are the longest in the world

• They are only open in winter

• They are located in urban areas

• They are made of concrete

What is a new area Polar Industries has contracted with?

• Montreal

• Vancouver

• Toronto

• Casablanca First Nation

What geographical feature poses challenges in the Canadian Shield?

• Forests

• Rivers

• Rock formations

• Deserts

What is the reaction of the community when supplies are delivered?

• Joy

• Disappointment

• Indifference

• Confusion

What opportunity does warm weather provide for Polar Industries?

• To close down routes

• To capitalize on growth

• To expand their fleet

• To reduce operations

What is an essential part of the community according to the video?

• Entertainment

• Healthcare

• Education

• Supply delivery