ABOUT CANLIFT EQUIPMENT
FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED
CanLift Equipment Ltd. is one of the biggest independently-owned lift equipment rental companies in Ontario, Canada. It began as a 100% Canadian, family owned and operated company and proudly remains that way today. As one of Canada’s bigger equipment rental companies, we continue to grow by incorporating services and inventory such as sales and earth-moving equipment. Although our roots are in Ontario, our vast partner network of lift equipment companies spans all of North America, allowing us to provide a wide array of products at the best possible prices.
FLEXIBLE, EASY & CONVENIENT
CanLift facilitates a number of rental, rent-to-own, and lease financing options for customers ranging from equipment rental companies, to small business end users, to large corporate construction companies. We pride ourselves on being the best in the industry by prioritizing readily available equipment with no supply chain delays, a highly knowledgeable and personable sales team and a reputable, highly skilled service team – all of which make us one of the best lift equipment rental companies in the industry. We look forward to developing an amazing relationship with you and servicing all of your lift and earth-moving equipment needs. Reach out to our amazing equipment rentals and sales team today.
Certified Great Place to Work®
CanLift is proud to be officially certified as a Great Place to Work® in Canada. This national recognition is based entirely on feedback from our employees and reflects our ongoing commitment to building a workplace culture rooted in integrity, respect, and collaboration. It reinforces what we’ve always believed — that investing in our people is the foundation of our success.
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“Since 2009, we have served countless customers throughout North America and all around the world with lift equipment rentals, sales, parts, service & more.”
Front Office Staff
Some of CanLift’s front office staff in Burlington: Alex, Harsh, Charlene, Kathya, Dan, Lindsay, Kimani and Christine.
Management Team
Marko Dragicevic
Managing Partner
Marko is one of CanLift’s original founders. He has over 24 years of experience in the aerial equipment business. In his current role, Marko directs operational aspects of the business including service, parts and rentals.
Marko launched CanLift’s service and parts division, which continues to deliver double digit growth year over year. Most recently, Marko enhanced this division by introducing equipment reconditioning services.
Marko plays a fundamental role in deciding capital budgets. He is responsible for understanding the market demands and recalibrating the fleet to those demands while exceeding industry-standard returns on investment (ROI).
Johnny Dragicevic
MANAGING PARTNER
Johnny is one of CanLift’s original founders. He has an extensive background in sales and marketing. In 2003, Johnny became a Licensed Real Estate Agent and quickly became a top-producing representative in a long-established brokerage. His enthusiasm and desire to not only succeed, but differentiate his approach from the traditional marketing methods, led him to partner up with Ryan (read more below) and his brother Marko to develop a new partnership in the form of CanLift.
Founded on the entrepreneurial spirit of three diverse leaders, CanLift has grown since its inception into one of Southern Ontario’s most recognized and trusted aerial lift equipment rental companies.
Johnny’s current role at CanLift is to manage overall operations and initiate sales strategies. He studied as a Mechanical Technician and attained a Journeyman Tool & Die License prior to switching his focuses to sales and marketing.
Christine DeSousa
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Christine is the Financial Controller at Canlift Equipment Ltd. She holds a BA from the University of Western Ontario and a Chartered Professional Accountant designation from CPA British Columbia. She is a highly skilled business executive with years of experience including as Finance Manager for a Fortune 500 company and multiple finance roles in successful corporations. Christine is recognized as a skilled leader and can be relied on to manage all key financial data and resources.
In her current role, Christine directs all financial aspects of CanLift’s business including accounting practices, budgeting, financial planning, interfacing with the financial community, financial analysis, and monitoring of financial performance. She is instrumental in the success of CanLift’s day-to-day operations as well as long-term business achievements.
When she’s not spending time at work, Christine is outside walking with all her rescue dogs or travelling to warm places.
Ryan Fitzgibbon
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY
Ryan is one of CanLift’s original founders. He has an extensive background in web development and online marketing, with over 20 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and technology innovator.
Ryan specializes in building companies through digital marketing innovation and has played a critical role in CanLift’s growth and success. His forward-thinking approach has positioned CanLift at the forefront of technological advancement in the equipment rental industry, particularly through the strategic integration of artificial intelligence and automation.
In his current role at CanLift, Ryan directs the company’s online marketing initiatives, develops, maintains and optimizes its websites, and manages its I.T. infrastructure. He is spearheading CanLift’s adoption of AI-powered solutions to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and drive data-informed decision-making. From implementing intelligent search and recommendation systems to exploring AI-driven predictive maintenance and inventory optimization, Ryan ensures that CanLift remains an early adopter of emerging technologies that create tangible value for customers.
Ryan studied Computing and Information Science at the University of Guelph before graduating from Sheridan College’s Interactive Multimedia post-graduate program, where he developed a strong foundation in both technical implementation and user-centered design that continues to inform his work today.
Joe Gould
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
With an impressive background in sales and a deep understanding of the industry, Joe is poised to play a pivotal role in propelling CanLift to new heights.
Throughout his career, Joe has showcased an unwavering passion for fostering strong client relationships and driving business growth. His dedication to customer satisfaction and keen business acumen have consistently resulted in remarkable achievements, making him an invaluable addition to our team.
Prior to joining CanLift, Joe served in various leadership positions in renowned companies within the equipment and machinery sector, honing his expertise in sales strategy, market analysis, and team leadership. His visionary approach and ability to identify untapped opportunities align seamlessly with CanLift’s commitment to innovation and excellence.
As the Director of Business Development, Joe is determined to drive CanLift’s growth initiatives forward, strengthening partnerships, expanding market reach, and ensuring that our clients receive unparalleled service and solutions.
Kimani Davis
MANAGER, PARTS & SERVICE
Kimani is a highly skilled and results-driven Service and Parts Manager at CanLift, with a strong track record of streamlining operations, improving customer satisfaction, and leading high-performing teams. With several years of hands-on experience in both service and parts, Kimani brings a practical, leadership-focused approach to her role.
At CanLift, Kimani plays a key role in ensuring service operations run smoothly and that parts inventory is managed effectively to reduce downtime and meet customer needs. Her proactive mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement have helped optimize day-to-day processes and enhance overall team efficiency.
Geoff Grant
DIRECTOR OF SALES
Terry Mostaard
TERRITORY MANAGER, GTA
Daryl Cortese
TERRITORY MANAGER, LONDON
Mike Burack
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Kevin Moxey
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Bosko Bilic
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Connor Guiness
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Ryan Medeiros
RENTAL & SALES COORDINATOR
Abdallah Lababid
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Jamie-Lee Goulden
ACCOUNT MANAGER
BUILDING LONG-LASTING CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
As one of the best equipment rental companies in Ontario, CanLift’s primary focus remains on consumer satisfaction. We strive to maintain the highest ratio of qualified service technicians to products served in the market, and our goal is to build long lasting relationships with each of our clients and all of our equipment rental companies to ensure their complete satisfaction with each and every transaction and interaction. Our approach is technology focused, innovative and early-adopting, but there is no doubt we lead with our people. Let us help you with your lifting equipment needs and work together for a safe, productive and sustainable future.
