WTFC’s Bridging the Barriers

Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada’s sixth annual event bringing all areas of the industry together in one space, from the front line, to safety, up to and including senior decision…

Ontario starting work on Highway 11’s 2+1 roadway

The Ontario government has awarded a contract to begin the environmental assessment and design work for a 2+1 highway on Highway 11 north of North Bay. “Taking the next step…

Trucking company’s plan sparks opposition in Ontario town

A carrier’s application for a zoning amendment to relocate its trucking hub in a small Ontario town unleashed opposition from neighboring residents worried about noise, traffic, water and wastewater issues.

I-49 worst road for washroom breaks in U.S., study reveals

Finding a washroom on the road is a constant struggle for truck drivers, but those who travel I-49 have to hold it for longer than their peers on other highways.A…

Trucking announcements: DRTA’s charity golf event, Trailcon Leasing hires VP of marketing

Each week, TruckNews.com lists news, notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. Our latest installment includes Durham Region Transportation Association’s (DRTA) golf charity fundraiser, Trailcon Leasing’s new appointment, and trailers…

Transport truck-related crashes at 10-year high in Ontario

Ontario Provincial Police responded to 9,110 transport truck-related crashes in 2022, marking the highest provincial total in more than a decade. Although the majority of charges were issued to commercial…

Ontario’s first public hydrogen fueling station to be built at Toronto Pearson Airport

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) and Carlsun Energy have announced the planed opening of Ontario’s first public hydrogen refueling station, with capability for both transport trucks and four-wheelers. The station for…

Ontario tow truck driver training standard to be released soon

Ontario’s tow truck driver training standard is being finalized and is expected to be released in the next few weeks. An official from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) told TruckNews.com…

Blue Water Bridge lane restrictions begin July 5

Rehabilitation work is about to begin at the Blue Water Bridge, closing the U.S.-bound span July 5 to Oct. 5, 2023. To minimize any disruption, the Canada-bound span will become…

Cummins buys out Air Liquide’s interest in Hydrogenics

Cummins has purchased Air Liquide’s 19% interest in Hydrogenics Corporation, building on the controlling interest it acquired in 2019, adding fuel cell and electrolyzer technologies to its portfolio. It’s a…

Trucking announcements: Industry raises funds for charity, pets provide emotional support to owner-ops

Each week, TruckNews.com lists news, notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. Our latest installment includes Manitoulin & Traction and the APTA charity golf events, pets providing emotional support to…

AMTA Western Women With Drive

The Alberta Motor Transport Association’s annual conference in collaboration with Trucking HR Canada brings together leaders and innovators from government; carriers, suppliers, and logistics companies; sponsors; and supporters for networking…

USask studies aim to improve driver training, working conditions

The Humboldt Broncos bus crash steered Mackenzie McKeown’s career toward improving truck driver training, occupational medicine, and public health and safety. The University of Saskatchewan PhD candidate, a Humboldt, Sask.,…

Trucking, travel fuel Punjabi couple’s career

The love of the open road, along with quality time spent together, drives their passion for trucking. Although they enjoy the wide-open vistas that unfold outside their truck, they are…

CentrePort Canada sells out BrookPort Business Park

CentrePort Canada has sold out the fourth and final phase of BrookPort Business Park. The facility is a 280-acre fully serviced industrial park in the Winnipeg, Man., trimodal transportation hub.