Rumour that Freeland would be kicked out of Cabinet untrue Canada’s current Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland (University–Rosedale) has been retained in both of her previous portfolios, Transport and Internal Trade as part of today’s Cabinet swearing-in. Freeland, who froze Truckers’
Read MoreBudget initiatives would make Ontario drivers happy As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the government plans to permanently cut the gasoline and fuel tax rates, which would save households, on average, about $115 per year going forward. The
Read MoreFreeland’s tenure unmarred by action It’s possible Canada may receive a new Transport Minister on Tuesday, May 13. Governor General Mary Simon has confirmed through an announcement that Mark Carney’s new Cabinet will be sworn in at Rideau Hall at
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Read MoreOn April 28th, U.S. president Donald Trump signed an Executive Order requiring Truckers to pass an English test: “to operate a commercial vehicle, a driver must ‘“’read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to
Read MoreAs Canadians prepare to cast their votes, Truckers for Safer Highways calls on all political leaders to recognize a fundamental truth: supporting truck drivers is supporting Canada’s economy. At a time when supply chains are stretched and economic stability is
Read MoreThe Maple OnRoute 400 Highway 400 southbound will close April 21st. “The landlord of the Maple Plaza (Circle K) has advised that it intends to commence work on the site that will necessitate closure of the Plaza by April 30,
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April 8th media event with Mayor Olivia Chow and Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria. Image: YouTube
Imaginary tunnel tomorrow is better than invisible salt trucks today Yesterday, one of my favourite readers texted me to say, “‘Canadians like taking it in the a–’ should be the title of your next article.” It took me several minutes
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TTSAO president Phil Fletcher addressed industry at the 2024 conference. The 2025 event will be held on April 10th. Photo: RWN
The White Paper panel at the April 10th Truck Training Schools Association of Ontario (TTSAO) will delve into the critical gaps in the current MELT curriculum outlined in the association’s white paper. President Philip Fletcher will moderate the panel, described
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