APTA seeks consistent training as MELT rolls into Atlantic Canada

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) says the Newfoundland and Labrador government is trying to sneak in a mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program for new truck drivers. The province announced…

Young P.E.I. drivers embrace trucking careers

Commitment and determination have led two Prince Edward Island residents to careers behind the wheel. Tanisha Tawil and Bar Bareng “showed up every day willing and wanting to learn,” says…

PEI reduces minimum truck licensing age

CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI - Eighteen-year-olds in the last stages of graduated licensing will now be able to earn Class 3 truck driving licences under amendments to Prince Edward Island's Highway Traffic Act -- aligning with other provinces and territories. A Class 3 licence applies to a truck or combination above 14,000 kilograms, including special equipment or gooseneck trailers. The amendments were made as of a result of the Federation of Agriculture's request to the government to help alleviate a shortage of truck drivers.

Prince Edward Island Looks to Reconstruct Trans-Canada

CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI. - Section of highway needs complete reconstruction.

Truckers Help Stranded Kids Get Home to P.E.I. for Christmas

Morley Annear Limited, a truck carrier from P.E.I. helped two teens make it home for Christmas after they got stranded along the Trans-Canada highway.