A message from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation in regards to OO permits, as well as general travel info in relation to the solar eclipse on April 8th. In addition, prepare your drivers for the events on April 8th, and adjust travel plans, if possible, in areas that are experiencing a total or near total […] The post E-Bulletin: Ontario Update on OO permits related to Solar Eclipse & general travel advice appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

E-Bulletin April 01/2024 The Ministry of Transportation continues to recognize that the transition to its provincially led oversight is a significant change to industry and is extending the education and awareness period for an additional three (3) months. To support the industry in adjusting to the new legislation, when possible, the ministry has encouraged our […] The post E-Bulletin: Extended Period of Education and Awareness for towing industry in Ontario appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

E-Bulletin December 27/2023 Commercial Client Bulletin Reminder – Elimination of ACROSS Service Options (SO) 257 (RMD EDI) and 117 (PARS Paper)  TCC23-093 Start Date / Time End Date / Time Clients Affected 2024-04-15 N/A All clients and service providers who submit trade data using EDI. Description Please note, this bulletin was updated to provide additional […] The post E-Bulletin: Reminder CBSA Is Eliminating Two Service Options on April 15th appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

E-Bulletin March 28/2024 New learning pathway for Class 1 drivers On March 27, 2024 Transportation and Economic Corridors announced upcoming changes to training requirements for Class 1 drivers in Alberta.  Until these changes are implemented, drivers will still be required to complete existing Class 1 driver training requirements to obtain a Class 1 driver’s license unless they […] The post E-Bulletin Changes to Entry Level Training for Class 1 Drivers coming to Alberta appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

As you may have noticed, the OPP between Thunder Bay and Kenora have recently stepped up enforcement in regards to speed and distracted driving. This is in response to increased complaints from the public regarding bad driving habits, distracted driving and excessive speed. The proverbial “last straw” was a driver being pulled over for driving […] The post Ontario increased enforcement appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

There has been a rise lately around insecure loads on open deck trailers. In one case a few years back, a driver in Georgia was stopped and heavily ticketed when it was discovered the 90,000 excavator he was hauling was completely unsecured. His excuse was the weight of the machine would hold it to the […] The post Insecure loads appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

E-Bulletin March 20/2024 Good afternoon, As you may know, the B.C. Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure recently announced two new regulatory requirements coming into force this spring: By April 5, 2024: Speed Limiters must be activated, set and accurately programmed to a maximum rate of speed of 105 km/h in commercial vehicles manufactured after 1994, with […] The post E-Bulletin: Upcoming Regulatory Requirements in B.C. – Speed Limiter, In-Cab Warning Device Mandates in Effect this Spring appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

Ebulletin March 18/2024 Milton, ON:  The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada and Benchmark Sponsor, Ontario Truck Driving School, have announced that the 8th annual PMTC Canadian Private Fleet benchmarking survey instrument is now live! This study is open for completion by all Private Fleets which have a base of operations in Canada. PMTC Membership […] The post PMTC and OTDS announce the release of the 8th Annual Canadian Private Fleet Benchmarking Survey appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

E-Bulletin March 15/2024 Stopping and Parking Restrictions for Commercial Truck Drivers in Glacier National Park In early November, Parks Canada proposed  stopping and parking restrictions in the Rogers Pass  summit area of Glacier National Park, BC due to  safety concerns.   Thank you for providing your input. Based on  feedback received, changes were made to the  […] The post E-Bulletin: Rogers Pass Stopping and Parking Restrictions appeared first on The Trucking Network Inc ..read more

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