Trucking HR Canada releases latest labour market snapshot

Trucking HR Canada releases latest labour market snapshot

Trucking HR Canada (THRC) has released its quarterly Labour Market Information (LMI) snapshot. The report points to the lowest unemployment rate among trucking and logistics workers all year. “The latest report shows a lower unemployment rate among truck drivers indicating a smaller pool of potential job applicants. Overall this points to a continued rebound across […]

Ontario announces steps to build new Highway 7

Ontario announces steps to build new Highway 7

The Ontario government is advancing construction on the Frederick Street bridge in Kitchener, in its plan to widen Highway 7 between Kitchener and Guelph. The new four-lane, 18-kilometre Highway 7 will help fight gridlock on the 401, save commuters time, and keep goods moving across the fast-growing regions of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Guelph. “The people […]

CVSA’s International Roadcheck 2024 is scheduled for May 14-16

CVSA’s International Roadcheck 2024 is scheduled for May 14-16

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck 2024 is scheduled for May 14-16. International Roadcheck is a high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement initiative that takes place over three days in Canada, Mexico and the United States. CVSA-certified law enforcement personnel will inspect commercial motor vehicles and drivers at weigh/inspection […]

First-Ever Genesis GV80 Coupe to Make Canadian Premiere at 2024 AutoShow

First-Ever Genesis GV80 Coupe to Make Canadian Premiere at 2024 AutoShow

The highly anticipated Canadian debut of the Genesis GV80 Coupe will take place at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow — one of four vehicles to be displayed by the brand in its return to the event. The GV80 Coupe adds a new facet to the Genesis brand, emphasizing a fusion of practicality and performance. It […]

Loadlink’s Canadian Spot market achieves 47% increase in load volumes to kick off 2024

Loadlink’s Canadian Spot market achieves 47% increase in load volumes to kick off 2024

Loadlink Technologies has announced a 47% surge in load volumes in January compared to December. This milestone marks the highest monthly load volumes since March 2023, reflecting a positive trend in the industry. In addition to the load volumes, truck volumes also demonstrated momentum with a modest 4% increase from December, signaling a strong and […]

Mack invests $14.5 mn to expand Roanoke Valley  manufacturing facility 

Mack invests $14.5 mn to expand Roanoke Valley  manufacturing facility 

Mack Trucks is investing $14.5 million to expand its Roanoke Valley Operations (RVO) manufacturing facility in Virginia to prepare the plant for higher demand for the Mack MD Series and Mack MD Electric vehicles. “Mack is committed to making the industrial and product investments we need to be a North American market leader,” said Stephen […]

Ontario announces better transit for Peel and Milton

Ontario announces better transit for Peel and Milton

Ontario’s premier Doug Ford has confirmed the government’s plan to extend the Hazel McCallion Light Rail Transit (LRT) by building the Mississauga loop and bringing the line into downtown Brampton. Premier Ford speaking at the Mississauga Board of Trade event also confirmed the Ontario government’s support to enhance GO train service along the Milton line […]

New measures speed up streetcar travel on King Street Transit Priority Corridor

New measures speed up streetcar travel on King Street Transit Priority Corridor

Streetcar riders travelling along the King Street Transit Priority Corridor have a faster and safer journey following the City of Toronto’s actions to enhance transit service and improve traffic management. On Friday, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow provided an update on the success of traffic management strategies along the King Street Transit Priority Corridor, which were […]

Government of Canada hosts National Summit on Combatting Auto Theft

Government of Canada hosts National Summit on Combatting Auto Theft

The federal government convened provincial, territorial and municipal government officials, industry leaders and law enforcement representatives from across the country at the National Summit on Combatting Auto Theft held in Ottawa. Discussions held at the Summit focused on finding solutions to the growing challenge of auto theft in Canada. Auto theft is impacting thousands of […]

OPP warns public of currency scams

OPP warns public of currency scams

The North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public to remain vigilant regarding Cryptocurrency investments as there has been a rise in Cryptocurrency scams where individual victims have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent investments. Cryptocurrency is an online digital currency, which is an alternative form of payment […]