Ontario to double economic migrants

Trucking-related labor shortages were among those highlighted on Saturday when the Ontario government announced plans to double the number of economic immigrants it selects in 2025. “From 9,000 immigration spots…

Loblaw takes delivery of first eCascadia sold in Canada

Loblaw has taken delivery of the first production series all-electric Freightliner eCascadia to be put into service in Canada, deploying it out of its Boucherville, Que., distribution center. It will…

OTA reminds Toronto of Gardiner’s importance ahead of reconstruction meeting

The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) is reminding the City of Toronto how critical the Gardiner Expressway is to the economy as a key infrastructure and environment committee prepares for a…

Quebec spring thaw load limits begin March 20 in Zone 1

Spring thaw load limits are approaching in Quebec, with restrictions for Zone 1 running from midnight on March 20 to the end of day on May 19. “Authorized load limits…

CTA calls on drivers to help in Driver Inc. fight

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is calling on those who work behind the wheel to help raise concerns about Driver Inc. – a business model that misclassifies employees as independent…

Nikola relocating battery manufacturing months ahead of schedule

Nikola says it will move its battery manufacturing activities from Cypress, Calif., to Coolidge, Ariz., by April 2023 – months before the shift was expected to be complete. The move…