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Source: RST et Sunbury RST Transport and Sunbury Transport, both part of J.D. Irving, Limited, have once again been recognized as Top Fleet Employers of Distinction by Trucking HR Canada, marking the ninth consecutive year the companies have received the national honour. The Top Fleet Employer program recognizes Canadian trucking fleets that demonstrate excellence in human resources leadership through strong workplace culture, employee engagement, competitive compensation

Source: Peel Police Peel Regional Police are investigating a Brampton towing company after receiving multiple complaints involving vehicles allegedly being towed without authorization from parking lots across the city. According to police, the investigation began on May 1 after several members of the public reported that their vehicles had been removed from parking lots in Brampton without approval from property management. The vehicles were later discovered at a private stor

Source: CTA During a meeting Tuesday evening with the Board of Canadian Trucking Alliance, federal minister Patty Hajdu reaffirmed Ottawa’s commitment to combat worker misclassification and unfair practices within the trucking industry. According to the alliance, the minister delivered a strong message supporting compliant carriers while criticizing operators benefiting from unfair practices at the expense of vulnerable workers and legitimate trucking companies. “There are e

Source: TFI International TFI International has released its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, reporting total revenue of US$1.95 billion, compared with US$1.96 billion in the same quarter last year. Operating income reached US$96.6 million, down from US$114.6 million in the first quarter of 2025. Net income stood at US$43.3 million, compared with US$56.0 million a year earlier. Adjusted net income was US$57.2 million, compared with US$64.2 million

Source: FOX Indiana State Police say they removed approximately $9 million worth of cocaine from the streets following a traffic stop on I-70 near Cloverdale in Putnam County. According to police, a Criminal Interdiction Trooper stopped a truck driver for speeding. During the stop, the trooper reported observing multiple criminal indicators suggesting the driver was operating below industry standards. The driver, identified as 27-year-old Harmandeep Singh of Bakersfield, Cali

The On the Road team will be on site at CAT INC on April 30 , from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. , for an open house event aimed at transportation professionals and job seekers looking for new opportunities in the industry. The event will take place at 4, rue du Transport in Coteau-du-Lac and will give visitors the chance to connect directly with the team, experience the company’s work environment, and learn more about the positions currently available . Designed as a hands-on recruit

Source: CTA Canadian Trucking Alliance is raising serious concerns over a proposal by the Government of New Brunswick to introduce a toll by 2028 targeting out-of-province vehicles using the Aulac corridor — the only land connection between Nova Scotia and the rest of Canada. A critical national trade corridor The Aulac corridor supports approximately 2,500 commercial vehicles daily and facilitates nearly $35 billion in goods movement annually, making it a vital artery fo

Source: CVSA The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that International Roadcheck 2026 will take place from May 12 to 14 , launching a 72-hour inspection and enforcement initiative across North America focused on commercial vehicles and drivers. Throughout the three-day operation, enforcement officials will conduct inspections at weigh stations, inspection facilities and temporary roadside sites. The annual initiative is designed to improve highway safet

Source: US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The administration of President Donald Trump , through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has announced a significant regulatory shift by eliminating the requirement for Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors across diesel-powered equipment. Addressing a Nationwide Problem The move comes in response to widespread complaints from truck drivers, farmers, and equipment operators regarding recurring DEF system failures. These

Source: CVSA As of April 1, 2026, the updated out-of-service criteria from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) are officially in force across North America, introducing significant changes to commercial vehicle safety standards. These annually updated criteria replace all previous versions and serve as a critical reference for enforcement officers, motor carriers, and drivers to ensure compliance and roadway safety across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. 17 ke

Source: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) A major legal case is now sending shockwaves through the U.S. trucking industry. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Central Transport, LLC, alleging the company refused for years to hire women for truck driver positions at multiple terminals across the country. According to the lawsuit filed on March 31, some female applicants with 15, 20, and even 21 years of experience were a

Source: TCA As he concludes his tenure as President of the Truckload Carriers Association, the outgoing leader leaves with a message defined by gratitude, confidence, and optimism for the future of the organization. « As TCA President Jim Ward wraps up his tenure, we thank him for his leadership and the impact he’s made across the truckload industry and our membership. As he shared, “It’s been a privilege to work alongside so many dedicated leaders and members who keep this i

Source: Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO) On March 8, as International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world, Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is recognizing the remarkable women working within the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Program. In a message marking the occasion, the MTO paid tribute to the women whose expertise, leadership and dedication help keep Ontario’s roads safe every day. Through their work in enforcement and oversight, these professio

Harrisburg, PA (Jan. 23, 2026) — With heavy snow expected to move into Pennsylvania Saturday night and intensify on Sunday , PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission say they will roll out major vehicle restrictions across the state’s Interstate network, including the PA Turnpike . Officials warn snowfall rates may reach 1–2 inches per hour Sunday , with very cold temperatures expected to remain below freezing into next week. Tier 4 restrictions start at 12:01 a

Source: OPP Dryden, Ontario — Dryden OPP responded to a collision on Highway 17 involving a commercial motor vehicle . Due to heavy damage, the truck was escorted off the highway to maintain safety while officers cleared the scene. Police say that after the scene was cleared, the driver chose to continue driving despite the vehicle being unsafe . Additional reports later came in describing a tractor-trailer being operated dangerously . Officers located the same truck, now

Residents across Northern Ontario will rally on Saturday, January 24, 2026 (10:00 a.m.) to demand safer highways , stronger infrastructure , and improved winter maintenance , as concerns mount over conditions on key corridors like Highways 11 and 17 . The call to action, promoted around Guy Bourgouin (MPP, Mushkegowuk—James Bay) , argues that decades of underinvestment have contributed to recurring closures, unsafe driving conditions, and growing frustration in communities

Source: OTA BRAMPTON, Ont. — Organized crime and extortion targeting Ontario’s trucking sector are escalating and require sustained, coordinated action from both the provincial and federal governments, the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) said this week. On January 13, 2026 , federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree , Secretary of State Ruby Sahota , and Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner made a series of funding announcements at a trilateral summit focu

SOUTHERN ONTARIO — A major winter storm expected to stay mostly south of the border may now clip parts of Southern Ontario from Sunday into Monday . Confidence has increased after new aircraft-recon data (a Hurricane Hunters -type mission into the Pacific system) was ingested into weather models, helping them better resolve track and intensity. What we’re watching Several forecast discussions indicate a trend toward Southern Ontario being inside the higher-impact envelope ,

HALTON HILLS, Ont. — A transport truck driver from Cambridge has died following a medical emergency that caused a crash in the Hornby area on Tuesday afternoon. Police say the incident occurred around 12:35 p.m. at the intersection of Steeles Avenue and Trafalgar Road , in Halton Hills . The truck struck a roadside sign after the driver suffered a sudden medical episode while behind the wheel. The driver, a 57-year-old man from Cambridge , was transported to hospital, wher

Source: Environnement Canada Meteorologists are now closely monitoring a potentially high-impact winter storm that could affect parts of Southern Ontario late this weekend into early next week. If current trends hold, the system could bring significant snowfall , hazardous travel , and disruptions from Sunday into Monday . This storm is expected to impact a massive portion of the United States , stretching from Texas through the Appalachians and into the Northeast. Areas f