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A year for change to mandatory entry-level training The question is, “How much?” By Mike Millian, President of the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada 2024 promises new and positive steps regarding mandatory entry-level training (MELT) in Canada. For starters, Newfoundland officially...
Some fortunate Canadians can escape winter's grasp and journey to the sunny south. But for the remainder of us, we can enjoy a taste of sunshine whenever we peel down the skin of a banana. The banana travels thousands...
The transport of food and health/sanitary items such as cleaning supplies and paper towels have placed significant strains on the supply chain. Food distributors have to scrutinize significant preventative measures needed to ensure the health and safety of customers,...
If you work in the field of Human Resources, or if you are a manager or supervisor of professional drivers or others, you are probably like me.  You are always looking to learn from the wisdom and experience of...
Approximately 800,000 food service jobs have been lost across Canada in the past month and about one in 10 restaurants in the country have permanently closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new survey suggests. Restaurants Canada, a not-for-profit association...
One of the many repercussions of the Covid-19 Pandemic that may have gone unreported or unnoticed is the increase in secondary inspections at the borders! Has anyone out there noticed this? Do any of your wonder why there is...
Most folks in Ontario trucking are aware of the serious sanctions if a commercial vehicle loses a wheel. Many professional drivers are unaware of basic wheel separation preventive measures, there still is a lot of fear in the industry...
Long-haul truckers can spend up to two weeks at a time on the road and drive for 12 hours or longer in one day. You need stamina, dedication, and a strong work ethic. To help you pass the hours,...

Illness on the road

It happens to all of us at least once or twice. You wake up feeling like the floor in the back seat of a taxi on New Year’s Eve. Unfortunately, calling in sick is seldom an option, unless you’re...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Better Together Group Strengthens Position with Acquisition of Driver Force Inc. Orlando, FL: Revolution Staffing, a proud member of the Better Together Group, is delighted to announce its recent acquisition of Driver Force Inc. based in Birmingham,...