Wishing Everyonea Very Merry

ChristmasBY BARB WOODWARD

I am rather old-fashioned when it comes to Christ-mas. Yes, I said Christmas. When I was growing up, Christmas was real special for me. Even though

money was tight, Santa Claus was a real nice fantasy to believe in. Going to Christmas mass followed by a celebration at home with family gathered around the table talking and laughing made everyone feel real close to each other. No cell phones, cable, or comput-ers to distract us. We actually played board games and went outside tobogganing or skating.

If I had one wish, I would actually wish for “World Peace”, not only for countries to be at peace with one another, but for everyone to respect each other and respect each other’s culture. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if a person could live anywhere, travel anywhere or work anywhere without fear?

May God bless you and your family during this Blessed Season and always.V

Joyeux Noël

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24Section Française

26 Products & Services Directory

20New Products & Services

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THeme - FLeeT mANAGemeNT PRODUcTS & SeRVIceS

Fleet Management Systems Afford Opportunity for Financial Success

BY mAReK KRASUSKI

Fleet management software programs have come a long

way with the advent of computer software and hardware. Though it’s hardly new - there has always been the need to manage equipment, but in the early days it origin-ated with single, isolated reports - breakthroughs in technology and the need to pull together vast amounts of data have accelerated the develop-ment of fleet management products.

As with other achieve-ments, widespread adop-tion of fleet management programs has not always been enthusiastically em-braced. Smaller fleets es-pecially feel they are not big enough to benefit from fleet management systems and that the costs are too high to make it worth-while, even though the ability to streamline oper-ations, assess truck status, and provide a bird’s eye view of a carrier’s daily activities are available at the click of a mouse.

F l e e t m a n a g e m e n t advocates are quick to challenge the question of affordability. “A few years ago a dispatch pro-gram could cost anywhere from between $50,000 and $100,000. Today the technology is affordable. Instead of selling soft-ware to big companies at huge margins, providers began to target the small-er companies by offer-ing leasing arrangements

with minimal monthly rates. Smaller carriers can access programs for a few hundred dollars per month,” said one manage-ment software advocate.

Add to these supporting arguments the complex-ity of today’s business environment and the case for fleet manage-ment products becomes even more compelling. Spikes and valleys in fuel costs, paper thin profit margins, increasing com-petition, stringent cross border procedures, grow-ing industry regulations, and heightened emission standards are, to name a few, persuasive incentives to micro manage oper-ations in order to survive by identifying wasteful practices, maximizing ef-ficiencies, and conforming to mounting industry stan-dards.

Fleet management prod-uct lines vary among ser-vice providers, “but one common thread is they all claim to have some kind of maintenance tracking component. With so many players in the industry, the difference between ‘like-featured’ software products and suppliers really comes down to how easy it is to use and cus-tomer service,” explained Robert MacKay, President of Fleet Harmony, a soft-ware designed and service company with a heavy emphasis of fleet man-agement and software solutions. Fleet Harmony, MacKay says, has the only Cloud-based management software in Canada.

MacKay’s reference to customer service is a de-fining feature in choice of providers. According to a report issued by the publi-cation, Government Fleet, public fleet organizations are, on the whole, satisfied with their software pro-vider, but complain about lack of support services. Those companies on top of the service game stand

apart from competitors if they provide immedi-ate attention to customer concerns.

At its comprehensive best, fleet management software provides a wide spectrum of tools for oper-ators. GPS tracking, for instance, locates truck/equipment in real time with pinpoint accuracy and provides a wealth of monitoring information to help manage fleets ef-ficiently and ultimate-ly improve profitability. Fleet management prod-ucts and services can be tailored to the require-ments of each customer, but as Robert MacKay confirms, any fleet man-agement system should include the ability to closely manage and mon-itor heavy equipment as purchase point, operating, and maintenance costs are very expensive.

Additional reporting functions can assist in optimizing route plan-ning, provide instant and verifiable customer billing, monitor fuel costs with the view of curtailing expens-es, and reduce overtime charges by confirming the number of hours worked on a vehicle or piece of equipment. Indeed, work history and parts replace-ment on equipment can be quickly retrieved by such reporting devices.

Chief among the most important functions of any management software is a driver behaviour module. Poor driving patterns can quickly ratchet-up repair and placement costs, driv-ing infractions and CVOR points. Monitoring func-tions can reveal surpris-ing details, among them the number of times the brakes have been en-gaged, the speed at which the vehicle travels, the rate of sharp turns during a shift, idle times, ignition on/off frequency, and the entry and re-entry into a particular zone. Over a

period of time data can then be analyzed to assess driver behaviour, thereby allowing performance to be altered when neces-sary.

Anti-theft functions are also available with some management packages. These can include fea-tures that kill engines. If a tracking system de-tects unauthorized move-ment of a truck, the fleet manager can remotely turn the engine off from a computer or smart phone once the vehicle comes to a stop.

Common to effective fleet management pack-ages is a dispatch pro-gram. Dispatch software renders traditional prac-tices of matching drivers with deliveries obsolete thanks to an automated module that tracks the location of every truck in a fleet. When a cus-tomer order is placed it is matched to the nearest truck and the transaction automatically entered into the system. Such efficien-cies enable head office to have immediate ac-cessibility to the status of trailers, trucks, drivers and customer orders.

Most fleet management software products are designed to work with Windows computers with a few designed to work with Macintosh comput-ers, says Robert Mackay, adding that Fleet Har-mony is the only one in Canada compatible with both. As with any de-velopment, fleet manage-ment products have not been without their share of problems, particularly with compatibility issues regarding the integra-tion of data into a single fleet management system. But this has been largely solved by companies that are able to override in-compatible data formats.

More than providing a bird’s-eye view of oper-ations, fleet manage-

ment programs enable companies to make deci-sions with immediate and cost-saving effect. Erratic driving behaviour can be identified and corrected; co-ordinating trucks with proximate deliveries can speed the process; opti-mized route planning can redirect trucks away from roads jammed with sta-tionary vehicles, thereby saving time and fuel; and the exact monitoring of fuel consumption can provide insights into fuel reducing alternatives. Further, an overview of a vehicle’s performance and maintenance history can more readily deter-mine whether it remains a profitable unit or one that should be withdrawn from service.

Fleet management pro-grams equipped with GPS tracking tools monitor freight on the road and assess the shortest route between delivery points. Updated information also keeps customers abreast of the status of their ship-ment. Providers, too, may offer cross-dock modules that monitor the status of shipments wherever they happen to be on the de-livery chain while keeping track of the arrival, load-ing and departure times of drivers from cross dock locations.

Invoice and accounting tools are equally import-ant functions that reduce the amount of labour otherwise spent manu-ally entering data. Good programs provide tools by which invoices can be processed immediately. Accounting modules may include general ledger records, customer lists, and account maintenance designs.

Some fleet manage-ment firms provide tools to expedite cross bor-der shipments which can otherwise be an onerous and time consuming en-deavour for the inexperi-

enced and uninformed. Web portals, for example, allow carriers to enter details of their e-mani-fests that describe cargo shipments bound for the United States. By using the web portal, carriers receive notice in short order informing them of their clearance status.

A description of the myr-iad tools and functions of fleet management sys-tems goes some distance in outlining the benefits of adoption. But the full measure of their import-ance is revealed by way of example. In explaining how fleet management products save time and money, Robert MacKay draws attention to a real life case. “A company was managing about 150 pieces of equipment. An engine blew on a unit just after the warranty had expired. The company felt they had a legitimate case for the manufacturer to cover the repair under warranty, so they spent hours going through filing cabinets, accounting soft-ware, and spreadsheets to build their case. In doing this internal audit on one unit, they also learned they had replaced some parts on different units multiple times, units that should have been covered under their parts war-ranty.” Had the company been equipped with the right fleet management tools, they would have saved time researching the facts necessary to build their case, and would have been informed that the parts they did replace were indeed under war-ranty, thereby saving on unnecessary purchases, labour costs, and down-time.

Few would argue that fleet management systems maximize efficiencies and reduce costs by providing owners with a visual map charting the full breadth of their operations.V

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THeme – FLeeT HARmONY

Pioneer in Software ApplicationsOffering Affordable Fleet Management & Transportation Solutions

Fleet Harmony is a leader and pioneer in Cloud Fleet main-

tenance and manage-ment software applica-tions.  The company has experienced more rapid growth since the release of its fleet maintenance / CMMS software, with new customers coming online every month.  The company still provides software development and consulting services for the Internet, Windows, IBM iSeries, and IBM AS/400.

Recognizing the market potential for Windows software applications geared to small trans-portation and distribu-tion companies, company founder, Robert MacKay began to lay the founda-tion for Fleet Harmony – originally named RMAC-DATA.  Today, Fleet Har-mony for Windows still

has the basic core of the RMACDATA software which has withstood the test of time and is used by companies through-out Canada. Development for Fleet Harmony for Windows continues to this date and has proven to be a rock solid fleet m a n a g e m e n t software option for small offices.

Us ing Rob ’s extensive 25+ years exper i -ence in project m a n a g e m e n t and so f tware development for the transporta-tion and distri-bution industry, Fleet Harmony Online – Cloud Fleet mainten-ance and man-agement was re-

leased in 2014. This has been the company’s most successful software prod-uct offering to date.

Fleet Harmony is specif-ically designed for those small to medium sized organizations that are

still attempting to use

spreadsheets, their ac-counting package, and/or manual forms to manage their fleet.

Companies often choose to do this because Micro-soft Excel is free and generally included with almost every new PC. While Excel is a powerful analytical tool for your business, there are risks and exposures associ-ated with using it for fleet maintenance. It is not fleet management software. Even if you have an Excel

wizard on staff, stud-ies have shown

a certain per-centage (usu-ally between 1% and 3%) will be in er-ror. A higher

p e r c e n t a g e will be incom-

plete. Simply re-adjusting rows and

columns can impact sum-mary totals and calcu-lations. Add to the fact that spreadsheets can be deleted, corrupted, and distributed (creating mul-tiple copies).

Alternatively, Fleet Har-mony Online Fleet Man-agement software is an affordable option to help manage your fleet, regard-less how large or small your fleet is. It is the first and only software of its kind in Canada.

Fleet Harmony is super easy to use and can save time and money with a minimal amount of data entry. Log on from any-where over the Internet and track maintenance and repair costs, schedule maintenance, track fuel, manage parts, labour, warranty, and reminders. It also comes with an on-line trip calculator to make

IFTA reporting and driver payroll easier.

Fleet Harmony can help eliminate inconsistency in your fleet maintenance records and DOT audits become a breeze. The software can even be af-fordably modified to your specific needs.

Fleet Harmony is com-mitted to innovation and takes pride in being a service company first and foremost. Fleet Harmony continues to improve and add new features and enhancements to its soft-ware as industry demand dictates.

For more information on acquiring affordable fleet maintenance software options, contact Fleet Har-mony, pioneer in online transportation solutions at 844.527.6669 or visit their website, www.fleethar-mony.com.V

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Improving Your Business Credit ScoreBY BRUce SAYeR

Improving your busi-n e s s c r e d i t s c o r e should be an import-

ant component of your trucking company’s fi-nancial strategy. Whether it is a potential customer assessing your company’s trust factor or a bank do-ing its due diligence, your business credit status is often a primary basis for decisions others make about you. Credibility is currency; it pays to foster a strong credit rating for your trucking business.

Paying bills on time is critically important. Many trucking businesses wait until they receive pay-ment from their custom-ers. This is a viable solu-tion to reduce risk but ultimately it can have ad-verse results that serious-ly impact your company’s credit rating. When you allow payments to go delinquent it leads to late fees and negatively im-pacts your credit rating. Vendors and suppliers may stop extending credit or providing services to your business in favor of customers who pay on time. Paying bills on time improves both your credit rating and your company’s credibility.

Bank financing often curbs the growth of a trucking company. In this economic environment, many bankers are wary of trucking companies as they consider them to be high risk. Banks look for companies with strong balance sheets and a solid credit history to approve an operating loan. For many carriers, these are difficult creden-tials to provide. Today’s economic environment of high costs, weaker than expected volumes and stiff competition has wreaked havoc with most trucking companies’ fi-nancial statements. Even if a trucking company does manage to qualify for bank financing, they often struggle to uphold the restrictive covenants that govern the terms of the loan. These restric-tions limit the amount of debt a company can take on to buy essentials like equipment. This often curbs the growth of a company and ties the hands of the owners.

As difficult as it may be for established busi-nesses to maintain good credit ratings, it is next to impossible for startup and growing compan-

ies to provide a solid credit history at the time when financing is re-quired. Fortunately, there are alternative financing companies that offer spe-cialized services to solve the many financial chal-lenges specific to truck-ing. Invoice Factoring is an extremely beneficial cash flow tool that, used properly, can build long term financial stability.

Factoring your trucking company’s accounts re-ceivable invoices creates instant positive cash flow. With invoice factoring you have the cash needed to fund operations each and every day. The more your business grows, the more funds become available to support oper-ations.

Managed effectively, invoice factoring will ac-tually help to improve your credit rating. The positive cash flow gener-ated by invoice factoring will allow your company to pay bills and meet payments on time and in full. Use the benefits of instant positive cash flow to obtain supplier discounts by paying bills early. As your company makes all payments on time, you will improve

business relationships as you build a stronger credit rating. In many cases, trucking compan-ies that once failed to meet the qualification re-quirements of a banking line of credit were able to succeed after a period of using invoice factoring. By building their credit score through invoice factoring these compan-ies have improved busi-ness relationships while improving their financial status.

Just as banks use credit scores to validate your company’s credibility, so too should your company conduct credit scores on

others. Each new cus-tomer you take on is a new debtor to your business and therefore a potential source of risk. In order to alleviate the risk, you should conduct a thorough due diligence process that includes researching the potential customer’s credit score. A reputable invoice fac-tor ing company that specializes in the truck-ing industry will have a free credit search tool allowing their custom-ers the ability to conduct these credit searches for free.

Your company’s growth is dependent on two fac-

tors; building successful business relationships and establishing a trust-worthy reputation. Your company’s credit rating is an important metric that reflects these two fac-tors. Managed effectively, factoring your accounts receivable invoices to access immediate cash is as good for your credit rating as it is for funding growth.

For more information about Free Credit Search-es and the benefits of Invoice Factoring call Accutrac Capital: 855-838-7575 or visit online: www.accutraccapital.com.V

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cROSS BORDeR SeRVIceS

Fleet Management Software & Cross Border Benefits

BY DAWN TRUeLL

PReSIDeNT, cROSS BORDeR

SeRVIceS

From the perspective of cross border trav-el as a Commercial

Truck Driver, the benefits of utilizing fleet manage-ment software programs contained within the truck cab are a welcome relief from manually tracking logs. No more drawing lines for your whereabouts every ¼ hour of every day. Instead, these smart pro-grams keep full track of you at all times. Some may say they prefer manual driving logs enabling them to monitor their number of hours and locating their own whereabouts.

I’m sure all you drivers out there know what I am referring to. For company owners and CEO’s out there, I’m quite sure that management software cuts down on manual workloads and increas-es your awareness as to where your contracted and employed drivers are at all times. For Compli-

ancy purposes onboard programs are a dream come true. These software programs monitor fuel costs which will help in assessing driver behav-iour. One cannot predict or control the foot of the driv-er, but the programs do keep track of fuel usage, benefitting both fleets and owner operators who can track their own perform-ance.

GPS tracking capabilities are to me the best benefit, having the ability to locate your trucks, trailers, and loads at any time. It is amazing technology. Be-ing part of the programs that I assist with – C-TPAT, PIP, FAST, CSA, these all require that you know where your trucks are at all times using either cell phones, smart phones, emails, or onboard GPS systems.

In addition, the truck routing software is pretty impressive from a cross border standpoint because again, as part of the re-quirements of these pro-grams, the whereabouts of all units at all times is required, and this tech-nology monitors location details 24/7.

Similar to in-car GPS gadgets, these speak loud-ly to drivers, providing everything from maps to driving instructions from point A to point B. Great re-routing features come in handy during upcom-

ing snowstorms! Hand-held devices and scanners greatly assist in submitting border documents prior to arrival, a definite benefit.

These fleet management software programs are very expensive and are not mandatory. To be clear,

like any modern technol-ogy, a large price tag is attached. Keeping focused on the actual necessities that we need to properly run our trucks is the basic point I want to transmit. Having worked in the Cus-toms and Cross Border

Services businesses for over 30 years, I can tell you that although these are all great ideas, mod-ern smart technology is hitting us in our faces and our pockets. So until these myriad technologies become mandatory, let’s

stick to the basics!For further informa-

tion on all cross border initiatives please contact Dawn Truell, President, Cross Border Services, at: www.c-tpat-certified.com. dawntruell@gmail.com. 905.973.9136.V

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TRANScOURT TANK LeASING

Industry Leaders at Tank Truck Week

Oakville, Ontario - Transcourt Tank Leasing joined for

the first time other indus-try leaders at Tank Truck Week in Houston, Texas, November 11 to 13, 2015 at the George R. Brown Convention Center and Hilton-Americas Houston. Tank Truck Week is the largest tank truck industry event in North America and Transcourt’s pres-ence at this event signals that the Canadian leader in leasing and long-term rental of liquid and dry bulk tank trailers is serious in its endeavors to pene-trate the U.S.A. market.

“We opened our first American office in Illinois last spring and we intend to open two other offices in Houston and New Or-

leans to better serve our customers”, stated Robert Pahanich, Vice-President Business Development - U.S.A. at Transcourt. “Our goal is to offer top quality equipment and a customer experience that is second to none to become the supplier of choice for car-riers and bulk shippers looking for tank trailers.”

This year, Tank Truck Week featured 250,000 square feet of exhibit space, conferences and workshops covering a wide range of topics from maintenance and safety to tank cleaning and more as well as the latest equip-ment and technologies. One of the most popular items at the event was a concurrent US Depart-ment of Transportation

(DOT) Cargo Tank Test and Inspection workshop. Visitors and potential customers at Tank Truck Week were interested in Transcourt’s customized approach - offering busi-ness solutions that encom-pass both operational and financial aspects to meet the specific needs of each client, no matter how big or how small the project is.

As the Houston event opened, the organizers did not forget that November 11th is Veterans Day in the United States (Remem-brance Day in Canada), a day that marks the sign-ing of the armistice which ended World War I. The anniversary is celebrated annually on this date and a special homage was paid to veterans and those who

gave their lives in WWI and the various wars and conflicts since then. A very

special tank truck was exhibited on the floor and visitors did not hesitate

to stop for a moment of silence as they walked past the painted truck.V

Special Veterans Day tank truck at Tank Truck Week in Houston, Texas, November 11 to 13,

2015 at the George R. Brown convention center and Hilton-Americas Houston.

GOVeRNmeNT OF NOVA ScOTIA

Get Ready for Winter

As the province gears up for win-ter, Nova Sco-

tians are encouraged to do the same.

Using more than 400 pieces of winter equip-ment, provincial oper-ators work 24-7 before, during and after a winter event to clear roads for safe driving. The depart-ment’s standards are to have 100-series high-ways, trunk highways and other high-traffic roads c leared within eight hours after a storm ends.

Secondary and other medium-volume roads must be cleared within 12 hours after a storm.

Local roads, streets in residential areas and subdivisions, and gravel roads are cleared within 24 hours.

“Our goal is to keep people moving - to their jobs, their schools and to get on with their lives as quickly, and in as safe a manner as possible,” said Mr. MacLellan.

Nova Scotians can find out more about safe winter driving, includ-ing accessing the plow tracker tool by going to novascotia.ca/tran/winter.

For road condition up-dates, follow the depart-ment on twitter @NS_TIR or call 511.V

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BUSINeSS INSURANce mATTeRS

Will A Hard Market Follow?

BY LINDA cOLGAN

There are a lot of factors that dictate that safety and

compliance should be at the forefront of every car-rier’s mind. It is short term vision if it is not. Generally

when financial issues start to spiral, maintenance and visions for safety tend to deteriorate. There are sev-eral methods to identify the deterioration and one of them rests within a car-rier’s public profile.

Fines imposed by gov-erning bodies who inspect the vehicles start to ac-celerate and quickly erode the savings anticipated by the carrier. These fines are reflected on the carrier’s profile and soon capture the attention of insurance companies and shippers. Some shippers already elect to dismiss conducting business with “conditional

rated” carriers for many reasons. Now, if a Bill is passed in the U.S., this could establish a steadfast rule that a Broker/Shipper cannot enlist the services of a conditional rated car-rier. A valued customer is lost, thereby affecting income.

As it relates to the in-surance side of things, transportation risks are rated based on several factors, but a very import-ant aspect of consideration when underwriting relates to safety and compliance. It is of benefit, particularly regarding insurance pre-miums, to be focused on

safety and compliance. Best practices are not only written but are enforced. Active enforcement cap-tures the attention of sev-eral insurance companies and can result in a favor-able rating which will be reflected in premiums.

Saying this, there has been a soft market for years. There are telltale signs that the future is changing. The Bill, if passed in the U.S., will have a crippling effect for conditional carriers trav-elling to the States. Their audience for business will be restricted. Now, Zurich Insurance Company has

placed a moratorium on new business. This speaks volumes about the trans-portation industry. We have seen this many times in the past few decades where losses far outweigh the in-surance premiums written. Any business has to make a profit and cannot survive when the funds being paid out exceed the income. Now with the strength of the U.S. dollar, losses oc-curring in the U.S. have 37% added to the bottom line.

Insurers will start to tight-en the bottom line. They have no choice. As for being a carrier in today’s

world, many have not lived through a hard market. The advice is to talk to your Broker as well as your Safety and Compliance representative or your In-surer. Heed the signs com-ing. Make sure that you are on the radar of acceptable risks to the shippers as well as your insurance provider.

Linda Colgan has been an insurance Broker in the transportation industry since 1986 and is a Senior Account Executive with Bryson & As-sociates Insurance Brokers Inc. To contact Linda call 416.809.3103 or feel free to email Linda at lcolgan@brysoninsurance.ca.V

cANADIAN TRUcKING ALLIANce [cTA]

“Women With Drive” Panelists Announced

Trucking HR Can-ada’s 2016 Women with Drive Summit

will be filled with sev-eral female experts in the

trucking industry.Kelli Saunders of Morai

Logistics will moderate a panel discussion that includes Andreea Crisan,

Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice Presi-dent at Andy Transport; Jacquie Meyers, President of Meyers Transport; Katie

Erb, Inside Sales/Account Rep at Erb Transport; and Angena Kalhar, President of KTL Transport.

The 2nd annual summit

will be held March 3, 2016 at the Crowne Plaza, To-ronto Airport Hotel.

There will also be other panels during the summit

that will explore work-place diversity, compen-sation, life on the road, and an array of career development topics.V

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mITcHeLL 1

Web-based Truck Repair Information Software Updated with Model Year 2015 Data

Poway, California – Mitchell 1 has com-pleted model year

2015 updates to its Truck-Series software suite, covering repair informa-tion, labor estimating and diagnostic trouble code procedures for all makes of medium and heavy

trucks. TruckSeries is the only comprehensive re-pair information software suite of its kind available for Class 4-8 trucks, de-livering a one-stop, single log-in, all-makes data re-source with scalable wir-ing diagrams, digital pic-tures, DTC-to-diagnostics,

and more, all delivered in seconds.

Mitchell 1 keeps its soft-ware current through-out the year with running changes and adds data for the latest model year vehi-cles for which information is available. Subscribers automatically receive new

information as it becomes available so they can be sure they have the most current maintenance and repair data to reference.

TruckSeries covers vital procedural service infor-mation for all makes of Class 4-8 vehicles to maxi-mize shop productivity.

Thousands of detailed color wiring diagrams are included to help solve complex electrical prob-lems, and full-color photos provide real-world views of many vehicle compon-ents and assemblies. The Truck Labor module deliv-ers comprehensive labor

time estimates for medium and heavy trucks from a single, Web-based source.

For more information about Mitchell 1 products call 888.724.6742, visit www.mitchell1.com, or locate an independent sales consultant at www.mitchellrep.com.V

PeTRO-cANADA LUBRIcANTS INc.

Carrier Centers Selects Petro-Canada Lubricants as Exclusive Supplier

Petro-Canada Lubri-cants Inc. (PCLI), a Suncor business,

has been selected by Car-rier Centers, Southern Ontario’s leading trans-portation dealer network, to supply service fill bulk and packaged heavy duty engine oil, in addition

to third-party bulk de-liveries. PCLI will sup-ply DURONTM-E 15W-40 and DURON-E 10W-30 to all seven Carrier Centers sites across Southwestern Ontario.

“The relationship be-tween PCLI and Carrier Centers is based on a

mutual commitment to customer service, product excellence and the highest levels of technical sup-port,” said Howard McIn-tyre, Vice President, Lubri-cants, Suncor. “Together, we will ensure that cus-tomers have access to the most innovative and pre-

mium-quality lubricants that will stand up to tough Canadian operating condi-tions in a cost-effective manner.”

Strengthening the col-laborative effort, PCLI technical services and sales will provide local, experienced support ,

which includes oil an-alysis, product training and insights to emerging market trends.

The contract gives Car-rier Centers locations in Windsor, Sarnia, Chat-ham, London, Woodstock, Brantford and Ayr access to PCLI’s extensive net-

work, known for its reli-able and responsive dis-tribution.

To learn more about Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc. visit lubricants.petro-canada.com.

To learn more about Carrier Centers visit car-riercenters.ca.V

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WOmeN IN TRUcKING

Mentoring as a Valuable Retention Approach

BY eLLeN VOIe

Remember back to your first day on the job? You had

so many questions, but you weren’t always sure who to ask. Whether it was learning where to store your lunch or coat, or finding your way around the office, you needed someone to steer you in the right direction.

Finding someone who will guide you around the office or in the industry will provide you with a resource when questions arise. A mentor is a person who will lead you and sup-port you as you become familiar with the organ-ization and your new role.

Most successful people attribute at least some of their accomplishments to their mentor’s influence. If you’ve never had this level of insight from a more seasoned colleague, then consider reaching out for a mentor now. Regardless of where you are in the com-pany or industry, there will always be someone who has some wisdom to offer.

Why would you want or need a mentor? Consider the value someone could bring to your career as a coach or teacher.

For someone starting out, a mentor can help you adjust to the company’s culture. What clothing

is appropriate to wear? How much autonomy do you have in making deci-sions? What level of risk is acceptable? A mentor can also help you identify people who are there to support you, such as the human resource manager or the janitorial staff.

A mentor will be avail-able to respond to your questions and concerns, but more importantly, he or she will try to anticipate some of the challenges you will be facing and ad-dress them before you’ve been deterred.

Your mentor can help you set goals for both work and your personal growth. Then, this person can help you work toward these objectives and en-courage you along the way. A mentor can also introduce you to people and resources that can assist you in your career.

For those of you who have been working in your chosen field or company for a while, a mentor can still be a professional asset for further advancement. In addition to motivating and encouraging you, a mentor can help you get back on track if you’re moving in the wrong dir-ection. He or she can help identify areas where you might need help.

Finding someone who is willing to share his or her experiences to help you avoid mistakes is invalu-able. Once you work with your advisor for any length of time, this person will help you by pointing out weaknesses and encour-aging your strengths. You want your mentor to be up front with you and provide an honest assessment of your abilities. Your friends may not tell you that your

public speaking skills are lacking, but a mentor will!

Companies who en-courage mentorship have found a positive increase in both morale and en-gagement. This not only makes the mentee a happier employee, but it increases retention and boosts productivity.

If you haven’t estab-lished a mentoring pro-

gram at your company, consider the benefits and create either an informal or a formal partnership by providing the resources for your employees. You can create a bulletin board type infrastructure where potential mentors can write a brief biography and allow a mentee to contact them for follow up. There are software programs

available for this.You can also provide

an onsite opportunity for potential mentors and mentees to meet and find common ground before they make a formal com-mitment.

Women In Trucking As-sociation has a mentor-ship match up service for our members on our web-site (http://mentorboard.

careerwebsite.com/WIT). This service is for driv-

ers, owner-operators, safety professionals, tech-nicians, executives, and anyone willing to lead or who wishes to learn from another member.

“If you cannot see where you are going, ask some-one who has been there before.” - J Loren Norris, Author.V

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ImPeRIAL OIL

Switching to Synthetics Pays Off for DFS

Wh e n D a n i e l Bérard found-ed Danfreight

Systems (DFS) in 1998, his goal was to apply technol-ogy to control expenses, keeping down costs for his customers. He also wanted to minimize his company’s impact on the environment. One hundred trucks and 340 employees later, he con-tinues to achieve both goals.

In an effort to cut costs and prolong equipment life, DFS investigated switching to a synthetic eng ine o i l . Work ing with Imperial and local d i s t r i b u t o r H a r n o i s Groupe pétrolier, DFS agreed to run a new Peterbilt 387 tractor powered by a Paccar MX 2012 engine exclusively o n M o b i l Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40. T h e f u l l y s y n t h e t i c , heavy-duty diesel engine oil has helped to extend oil drain intervals to an average of 100,000 km, and provide DFS with the following benefits: • More time on the road for its trucks • Reduced oil consump-tion • Lower maintenance costsReduced fuel consump-tion • Savings in used oil disposal

The use of regular oil analysis has helped track v iscosi ty, soot and acidity control, and wear metals. At 1.123 million kilometres, the engine was torn down and components were p h o t o g r a p h e d a n d rated. As a result of the outstanding engine conditions, today, most of the engines in the DFS fleet are using Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 synthetic engine oil.

C laude Lapor te, in charge of the mechan-ical shop and technical

development, says DFS trucks see temperature ranges from -40°C to 30°C. These extremes, he says, make it essential to choose the right lubricant.

Engine oil must allow re-liable cold morning start-ups and safe warm-ups, flowing rapidly to the most distant parts of the engine with minimal wear. The lubricant must also be sufficiently robust to with-stand high temperatures, while maintaining viscos-ity and engine cleanliness.

Mr. Laporte says DFS first began using Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 synthetic engine oil in the small diesel engines that power the refrigeration

units. Unlike DFS tractors, which operate around t h e c l o c k , reefers may sit for several days waiting to be loaded.

“You want them to start up quickly, w i t h n o p remature

wear,” says Mr. Laporte. “Before we started using Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 we were doing full engine maintenance on the reefers at 20 to 25,000 hours. Now we go as high as 40,000 hours and the engine is fully functional.”

Stephanie Jaworski, Sen-ior Field Technical Advisor at Imperial, whose rela-tionship with DFS began with her conducting half-day lubrication sem-

inars for the maintenance team, calls the company very progressive. “They hunger for knowledge and technology that can help their business.” Ms. Jaworski says DFS is aware of the impact trucking can have on the

environment and the im-portance of reducing its carbon footprint.

The fleet has reduced driving speed, installed energy efficient tires and built a state-of-the art truck wash that recycles 80 percent of the water. Switching to Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 synthetic engine oil has helped ex-tend oil drains, reducing oi l consumption and waste oil disposal to help DFS further minimize its footprint.

DFS Executive Vice-President Claude Laporte adds that increasing equipment l i fe is an env i ronmenta l p lus , since fewer resources are consumed to manufacture new equipment. DFS also credits Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 synthetic engine oil for a 1 percent fuel saving* – another

environmental gain and, on a fleet-wide fuel bill of $12 million, a big plus to

the bottom line.André Cormier, repre-

sentative for industrial and commercial sales

with Harnois Groupe pétrolier, the Mo-bil distributor that services DFS, says

that as the price o f equ ipment cont inues to increase, so

does the need to choose

lubricant with precision.“When our customers

buy new equipment, we

sit down with them, re-view the manufacturer’s requirements and help them select lubricants to make the most of their investment.” Mr. Cormier says that, for companies in road transport, success is linked to controlling operating costs and fuel consumption.

H e s a y s D F S i s succeeding in both with Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 0W-40 synthetic engine oil. Across the 100-truck DFS fleet, these savings are estimated at $213,500 per year, including increased availability of trucks, reduced maintenance and lower consumption o f d i e s e l f u e l a n d lubricant.V

DFS executive Vice-President claude Laporte with André

cormier, representative for industrial and commercial sales

with Harnois Groupe pétrolier, the mobil distributor that

services DFS.Stephanie Jaworski, Senior

Field Technical Advisor at

Imperial.

Daniel Bérard of Danfreight Systems (DFS)

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eDITORIAL:

Paris Attacks Stand to Create Additional Challenges for Transportation SectorBY mAReK KRASUSKI

Two weeks ago the world was put on alert following the

terrorist attacks in Paris which killed 130 people and injured many more. The most recent updates on the massacre at time of this writing is that the mastermind behind this particular attack, Abdel-hamid Abaaoud, was killed by French Police in a Paris suburb along with a female accomplice who blew herself up.

Authorities continue to search for accomplices in this attack, the latest in a seemingly endless barrage of assaults worldwide, all of which bring to light a host of questions. How will this sting of killings affect Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s promise to bring in 25,000 refugees from Syria and neighbouring

countries? Already thou-sands of Canadians have signed petitions to prevent this, and no doubt many more must be considering the wisdom of following through with the commit-ment.

A retired military officer I spoke with recently claims that 5 percent of would-be immigrants from this part of the world “har-bour extremist tenden-cies,” though how many of these would actually participate in an attack is another question. Still, if his figure is correct it leaves over 1000 refugees with anti-West sentiments. The Canadian government is assuring the country that proper security meas-ures are underway, so we shouldn’t be too wor-ried. And let’s not forget the plight of the refugees themselves, most of whom

are extremely vulnerable to assaults from ISIS and any other terrorist group thirsty for blood. Arabs living under the tyranny of ISIS-controlled areas are subject to onerous taxes imposed by this organiza-tion; one can only imagine the consequences of refus-ing to pay. Indeed, some experts estimate that the revenues generated from these extortionist taxes actually exceed the $500 million ISIS collects from the proceeds of stolen refined and crude oil.

Musings aside, how these attacks will affect the trucking industry here at home and across the border is of equal concern. Last August a Minnesota man believed to be a ter-rorist suspect by Home-land Security was granted a Class A trucking license, leading some observers

to not only question why such a high-risk individual should be licensed, but more importantly to con-sider that big rigs under the control of such people could be used as mobile bombs, deployed in a simi-lar fashion as they have been previously in other parts of the world.

Since 9/11 cross border measures have dramatic-ally tightened with security programs like Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) and its Canadian equivalent, Partners In Protection (PIP). About 65 percent of companies are C-TPAT and PIP approved. The remain-ing 35 percent who are not members face much higher risks of on-site in-spections, also referred to as ‘secondary screening’, a polite euphemism that masks a thorough and un-

forgiving inspection where authorities will go into a cab, rip open the dash, the floor, haul out the goods and inspect the cargo, if they so choose.

Trade experts predict that restrictions will only increase in the wake of the Paris attacks and other recent assaults against innocents. Dawn Truell, president of Cross Border Services, had this to say about the ramifications: “Expect delays at all border points across Canada/USA/Mexico. Due to the further attacks spreading into Germany and Mali as well as threats on NYC, D.D. and Canada, the US Department of Homeland Security and the Canadian Central Intelligence are strengthening all border entry points, affecting both passenger vehicles and truck traffic, as well as the

airports where security has been tightened. With these terrorists having gained fake passports and moving between countries through migrant routes as refugees, North America is on heightened alert now,” she said. Cross Border Services conducts onsite security assessments, ana-lyzes compliancy stan-dards, and provides rec-ommendations for truck-ing companies in order to qualify for the various security programs neces-sary to trade in the USA. (See this issue for Truell’s detailed account of the ef-fects on world trade.)

Given the barrage of compliance demands on drivers and carriers dating back to 9/11, one can only imagine the additional challenges they will face in the wake or more recent attacks.V

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eDITORIAL:

Terrorism Hits Europe, World Trade Affected

BY DAWN TRUeLL

PReSIDeNT, cROSS BORDeR

SeRVIceS

Due to recent terror attacks in Paris on Friday the 13th

where 130 people per-ished, we have felt the need to inform everyone in the transportation com-munity about the possible border ramifications for international trade traffic and shipment movements.

Remember back on Sep-tember 11, 2001? The Ter-rorist attacks on the U.S.A. were a tragic life-changing event for all of the citizens of the United States. These effects spread to Canada too. International Trade came to a halt on that hor-rific day; borders between Canada and the U.S. were closed. No passenger ve-hicles, no trucks, no trains, no buses, no planes were allowed to cross either in or out of Canada and the U.S.A. World trade’s heart-beat stopped in that mo-ment when the first plane hit the World Trade Centre, and shock reverberated around the planet.

As the progression of the terrorist attacks pushed on, the world came to a close for that day. As the days passed and inter-national trade organiza-tions pushed to open the borders once again, the new system of the colour-coded alerts of the Home-land Security Advisory System went into effect.

During the days, weeks and months that followed 9/11 the colour alert re-mained Red. Years later in 2012, once things started to settle, the colour turned to Orange, fluctuating over the years that followed,

ranging from Red – severe risk of terrorist attacks, Or-ange – high risk of terrorist attacks, Yellow – elevated significant risk of terrorist attacks, Blue – guarded general risk of terrorist at-tacks, and Green – low risk of terrorist attacks.

Today, the U.S. CBP has come out with the new launch of their NTAS (Na-tional Terrorism Advisory System), replacing the old colour-coded system. The NTAS relays more effective communication about ter-rorist threats by providing up to date, on time de-tailed information to both the public and emergency responders including CBP and CBSA.

For the trucking industry this meant that driving to the border would take a significantly longer time, with backups of truck traf-fic far removed from the border check points all the way back into the country of origin. Then came the birth of the pro-gram C-TPAT, (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.) This program was forged as an Anti Ter-rorism Vetting Program. A company, be it trans-portation via trucking, ocean, rail or air, filled out a series of documents agreeing to heighten their security at both their place of business and on their trucks, trailers, containers, ocean freightliners, and airplanes, including their cargo handling areas It also became mandatory to vet the individuals who were at the helm of these transportation vices.

Most notably, the bene-fits for these compan-ies were easing the cross border traffic with shorter border wait times and the creation of the FAST Lanes specifically for trucks. Over the past 14 years since the introduction of C-TPAT and FAST, the programs have moved into the high tech community with on-line portal systems that not only speed up the application and certifica-tion processes, but allow both CBP and CBSA the

ability to view the profiles of the various companies and persons in the online computer border process-ing units.

The Canadian govern-ment had already come out with a PIP (Partners In Protection) Program back in 1995 that was carved out to protect Canada. In the wake of 9/11 the U.S.A.’s creation of the C-TPAT was closely based on the PIP Program. In Octo-ber 2014 the EU European Union attended meetings in Canada and signed on with the partnership with TTP (Trusted Trader Part-ners) Program and the PIP. They then joined forces across the board with C-TPAT, united with the PIP, and the AEO Automated Economic Operators. Part-ners around the world were united. Giant strides were made to gain trust within the world’s Inter-national trade community.

Although Terrorism will never end completely, these programs were designed to counter the threat. With events such as the terror attacks re-cently in Paris, and now spreading to Germany with threats against Can-ada and the U.S.A., the trucking and transporta-tion industry again is get-ting hit hard at the borders.

In North America we have clear-cut border points and cannot eas-ily travel through from point A to point B. The predictions for the in-creased border patrols, increased border security, and increased secondary inspections are growing by the minute. Govern-ment officials fear it is very easy for any unidenti-fied terrorist cell to easily travel between countries. In Europe, where border checkpoints no longer exist, travel is much easier, but for us in North Amer-ica the maintenance of safe borders comes at a price for the preserva-tion of international trade markets.

In the wake of the Syrian refugees seeking asylum in

Canada and the U.S.A., the borders are on even higher alert. News reports stated that at least two of the ter-rorists involved in the Paris attack passed themselves off as refugees who origin-ated from Syria. A Syrian passport of a dead soldier had been found in the pos-session of the body of one of the suicide bombers at the Stade de France during the Paris attacks on Friday the 13th. This terrorist had taken what they call a migrant route starting in Greece, going to Britain,

Germany and then France. The EU Intelligence has boosted its surveillance and security measures and has set up hot spots at all entry points into the EU. Though far removed in North America, this assault still poses a threat to our borders. How easy would it be for a terrorist cell to be anywhere in North America and just pass through the borders posing as a refugee? This is not to take away from the fact that there are thousands of true refugees seeking

asylum here to escape the wars in their homelands. We want to help them with open arms, but our borders still need to be protected to prevent a similar incident happening here.

For further information regarding all Anti Terror-ism programs, Safety & Security, C-TPAT, FAST, PIP, TTP & CSA, please contact Dawn Truell , Cross Border Services at: www.c-tpat-certified.com dawntruell@gmail.com crossborderservices@cogeco.net.V

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mINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION

Be Prepared For Winter Driving

With winter on its way - and snow already

falling in some areas - On-tario is asking drivers to help keep the roads safe.

On November 9, at a Home Hardware store in Milton, Minister of Transportation, Steven Del Duca, joined Halton MPP Indira Naidoo-Harris and road safety partners in offering some valuable winter safety tips to On-tario drivers:

PRePARe

• Get your vehicle a maintenance check-up before winter arrives. • Always keep a survival kit in your vehicle. • Consider installing four winter tires for better trac-tion, braking and hand-ling.  Learn more  about a winter tire insurance discount.

PLAN

• Choose your route ahead of time. • C h e c k y o u r l o c a l

weather forecast and road conditions by calling 511, or checking @511Ontario on Twitter before you head out. • Consider delaying your trip if the weather is bad.

PLAY IT SAFe

• Adjust your driving to suit current road and weather conditions. • Slow down and stay in control. • Keep a safe distance from other vehicles, espe-cially snowplows clearing the road.

This year, drivers can expect improved road-clearing measures, includ-ing the addition of new maintenance equipment where needed and the increased application of anti-icing liquids. Ontario is also launching a Track My Plow pilot program for the areas of Simcoe and Owen Sound, giving users information on the where-abouts of maintenance equipment, with plans to

expand.Making it easier and

safer to get to where you need to go is part of the government’s plan to build Ontario up. The four-part plan includes investing in people’s talents and

skills, making the largest investment in public infra-structure in Ontario’s his-tory, creating a dynamic, innovative environment where business thrives, and building a secure re-tirement savings plan.

QUIcK FAcTS

Prepare yourself for win-ter driving by checking your car battery, brakes, tires, wipers, engine and lights. Sub-zero climates can be tough on your vehicle.

More than 1,000 snow-plows and sal t/sand spreaders are used to fight winter storms on provin-cial highways.

Plowing begins as soon as two centimetres of snow are on the pavement.V

AmeRIcAN TRANSPORTATION ReSeARcH INSTITUTe (ATRI)

Top Truck Freight Congestion Locations

Arlington, Virginia – The American Transportat ion

Research Institute (ATRI) has released the latest findings of its annual truck bottleneck listing. The locations detailed in this latest ATRI report repre-sent the top 100 congested locations.

The number one spot on the ATRI list this year is the Tom Moreland Interchange

in Atlanta, Georgia, a five-level stack interchange at the intersection of I-285 and I-85. Known by local commuters as “Spaghetti Junction,” it is not only the confluence of two highly traveled interstates, but also provides ramps to four secondary roadways.

The top 10 locations on the ATRI list this year are: • ATLANTA, GA: I-285 AT I-85 (NORTH)

• CHICAGO, IL: I-290 AT I-90/I-94 • FORT LEE, NJ: I-95 AT SR 4 • LOUISVILLE, KY: I-65 AT I-64/I-71 • HOUSTON, TX: I-610 AT US 290 • HOUSTON, TX: I-10 AT I-45 • CINCINNATI, OH: I-71 AT I-75 • HOUSTON, TX: I-45 AT US 59

• LOS ANGELES, CA: SR 60 AT SR 57 • HOUSTON, TX: I-10 AT US 59

For access to the full report, including detailed information on each of the 100 top congested locations, go to http://atri-online.org/2015/11/18/congestion-impact-an-alysis-of-freight-signifi-cant-highway-locations-2015/.V

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KeePING YOUR VeHIcLeS cLeAN

Friction Is In

BY JAcK JAcKSON

In the past month I have been to 3 tradeshows displaying our washing

system to various indus-tries. The same question is asked every hour; “Do the brushes scratch the paint?”

Everyone I discuss this question with, I ask, “Are you satisfied with a touch-less wash?” The resound-ing answer is no, but they are worried that brushes will scratch the paint or ruin their wraps/decals.

It is obvious, friction is in, but the worry of decades ago is still associated with vehicle washing brushes. Unfortunately, today there still are operators that use cheap products or the wrong materials and ruin the industry’s progress in this field. Advancements must be realized as we now have thousands of customers washing thou-sands of vehicles every day with no issues and a better wash.

As a manufacturer that only sells friction washing, it is imperative for the in-dustry to understand that there are brush materials that have been used for millions of washes every year with our custom-ers, brushes that do not harm or damage paint or wraps/decals. We are a proven reference that util-izing the proper materials will result in a better wash, less water and fewer chemicals per cycle.

First is the highly recommended foam brush. Not the foam you are thinking that would absorb water and be soft, but foam that is non-penetrable. This

foam sheds not only dirt and grit, but also water. If water penetrated the foam, the water would bring in with it dirt and grit, thus causing issues with the next wash cycle when there could be po-tential release of dirt and grit. We have had tremen-dous success with the im-penetrable foam brushes in both the washing and polishing of vehicles.

The other benefit of foam is the durability and life span. The foam bristles outlast any other prod-uct by 2X or more in life expectancy, based on the number of washes in a 5 year cycle. We have had nothing but great response with our cus-tomers when they choose foam brushes.

The other brush material we use that is very suc-cessful is polyethylene. This is a lighter, more flexible brush material than polypropylene or cloth. The secret to this brush is the structure. It is not round; rather, it is a crucifix formation. This is where most of the issues of the past

gave rise to the bad repu-tation of brushes.

A round brush filament has very little coverage when touching a surface. Also, most round brush filaments are hollow, so they tend to slightly col-lapse and bounce when in contact with a surface. As minimal as it may seem, we have had problems every time with this type of brush. Most users lack familiarity with brush types and focus instead on the best buy in washing equipment. Favoring the most cost efficient method results in an inferior wash and the industry takes the blame for poor consumer choices.

Polypropylene is a more rigid brush and has its pur-pose for some industries that have heavy dirt or metal finish that requires a deep scrub. This brush again can be utilized for the wrong vehicle and cause problems with paint finish.

The most common dif-ficulty with polyethylene or polypropylene brushes is that customers do not change them after their

life expectancy has ex-pired. Length of brush

wear and the look of brush ends will indi-cate when replace-ment is required. It is amazing how long some customers will wait to change their brushes and yet complain that brushes are not cleaning. Like any-thing else, mainten-ance is the key to a perfect outcome. As for cloth brushes, don’t even go there for any application. Th i s mate r ia l i s fraught with prob-lems.

Jack Jackson is President of Awash Systems Corp. Email: jjackson@awashy-stems.com or call 800.265.7405. Visit

our website www.awashsystems.com.

North America’s leader in Fleet Washing Solutions.V

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eDITORIAL

New Driving School Celebrates Grand Opening With Annual Job FairBY mAReK KRASUSKI

It’s no secret that many industry stakeholders continue to complain

about lack of professional training for novice drivers, that the quality of training falls short of industry ex-pectations. One Sudbury company, at least, is sup-

porting quality training by investing in its own driver training school. William Day Construction, a local company with a variety of integrated services, re-cently founded its own school under the name,

Industrial Training & Skills Development (ITSD).

The ITSD held its first an-nual job fair since opening in February of this year. Major regional recruiters were on hand along with Cambrian College based in Sudbury and Northern College headquartered in

Timmins, Ontario. Ques-tioned why this particular school will live up to in-dustry expectations, ITSD Driver Trainer, Mike Hamel, offered assurances. “We are affiliated with North-ern College and Cambrian

College, both of which are governed by standards set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and so we adhere to their strict guidelines,” he said.

ITSD offers training for new recruits at all levels of license training and cer-tification for heavy equip-ment operations. The com-pany also purchased Val-ley Driver Training which trains new drivers for G passenger licenses. Val-ley Driver Training has seven instructors on hand and new drivers can also return down the road for future commercial licens-ing should they decide on such a career path.

Mike Hamel stressed that William Day Construc-tion places importance on safety, and to this end the training school func-tions as a driver training improvement center for its own employees as well, all of whom must attend the center once every two years for upgrades. ITSD is also equipped with a driv-ing simulator - at about the cost of a tractor - which both experienced and new drivers are required to oper-

ate as part of their overall training. Hamel stands by its success: As proof he cites statistics showing that accident rates for the company have dropped by 60 percent since company drivers started using the simulator. Company driv-ers, moreover, are largely in favour of the updated training opportunity.

The simulator is a real-istic representation of real life on-road scenarios which makes users aware of anticipated hazards. One benefit is that if the driver is involved in an accident

there are no damages. The simulator is reprogrammed and the driver starts anew. More importantly are the learning advantages. “The next time the driv-er/learner sees a bus, for example, he/she is way more careful. By using the simulator we have raised their awareness level of anticipating an accident,” Hamel explained, adding that bad driving habits for both new and experienced drivers can be detected and corrected during simulator training.

The simulator also saves

wear and tear on real trucks as novice drivers learn to double clutch on 18-speed transmissions before they are put behind the wheel of real equip-ment. Simulator training comprises about one fifth of the total on-the-road training period.

For more information on training for new drivers and upgrade training for experienced professionals, contact Industrial Train-ing & Skills Development (ITSD) at 705-969-8848, or email mike.hamel@day-group.ca.V

ITSD Driver Trainer, mike Hamel

The simulator is a realistic representation of real life on-road scenarios

The ITSD held its first annual job fair since opening in

February of this year.

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NeW PRODUcTS & SeRVIceS

POWeR HeAVY DUTY

Power Heavy Duty Launches New Website

Crystal Lake, Illi-nois – With an up-graded design and

improved functionality, Power Heavy Duty has announced the launch of its new website at www.powerheavyduty.net to better serve its mem-bers, supplier partners and end-users. The site includes a public side for industry visitors, and a private, secure portal for Power Heavy Duty members.

Among the new features on the public side is a new user-friendly “Find a Location” search to easily locate the nearest Power Heavy Duty member. The site also includes a com-prehensive supplier page that lists many of the industry’s leading manu-facturers; providing an opportunity to showcase the premium branded products that customers know and trust to keep their trucks on the road.

Also a new “Quick Links” menu provides instant ac-cess to upcoming events, news and industry infor-mation.

“The new site provides an enhanced user experi-ence, an improved brand experience, increased exposure for our supplier partners and new tools and resources for Power Heavy Duty members,” said Jeff Paul, Director of Marketing for VIPAR Heavy Duty.

Another feature of the public side of the website is separate “Power for Suppliers” and “Power for Distributors” tabs. The pages provide useful in-formation for suppliers and distributors who want to learn more about the Power Heavy Duty net-work and an easy click through menu to contact the organization for more information.

“In the members portal area we’ve streamlined

the page design and en-hanced the navigation tools to make it easy for members to find sup-plier programs and mar-keting tools, including an all-new graphics gal-lery, enhanced linecard and product search,” ex-plained Paul. “Plus, an all-new training library puts training materials from supplier partners into the hands of Power Heavy Duty members so they can keep their employees up to date with the latest resources available.”

P o w e r H e a v y D u t y members are recognized locally in their respective market under the Power Heavy Duty brand. With more than 200 locations across the U.S. and Can-ada, Power Heavy Duty members are able to serve the needs of their custom-ers by providing quality heavy duty parts from many of the industry’s leading manufacturers.

For more information on Power Heavy Duty, con-

tact powerheavyduty@powerheavyduty.net, or

visit www.powerheavy-duty.net.V

SmARTTRUcK

New LeadEdge Fairing

Philadelphia, Pennsyl-vania - SmartTruck, the award-winning

aerodynamic efficiency-solution provider for the long-haul trucking indus-try, announced at ATA the introduction of its Lead-Edge Top Fairing, a new aerodynamic trailer fairing designed to manipulate and manage the disruptive airflow created in the gap between cab and trailer, or between two tandem trailers.

“This new patent-pend-ing product addresses this problem area of the trailer in a completely new and different way from other current industry solu-tions,” said Stephen S. Ingham, Jr., SmartTruck CEO. “LeadEdge is the first solution that creates lift to reduce drag,” accord-ing to Mr. Ingham. Like other components in Smart Truck’s portfolio, the Lead-Edge increases long-haul truck fuel efficiency: a 2% improvement as a stand-alone, and an incremen-tal improvement in fuel economy when combined with aerodynamic systems addressing drag in other parts of the trailer.

For tandem operators in

particular, the LeadEdge Top Fairing is a highly de-sirable and affordable solu-tion that can quickly pay for itself in fuel savings.

“Tandem trailers face a unique aerodynamic challenge,” said Mr. Ing-ham. “They need to ensure that any efficiency com-ponents added to trailers do not obstruct or interfere with pup operations. Our LeadEdge was created with that in mind.”

The LeadEdge Fairing was designed and opti-mized using sophisticated Computational Fluid Dy-namics. Predicted per-formance metrics were subsequently validated through rigorous coast down testing. Live tandem fleet testing is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2015.

Mr. Ingham also an-nounced that SmartTruck will be consolidating its trailer efficiency solutions portfolio to make it easier for customers to choose and purchase the prod-ucts that are right for their needs. Beginning October 19, 2015, the company will sell and distribute its EPA SmartWay Verified and C.A.R.B. Compliant aero systems in three branded configurations: • The former UT1 will now be named “Classic Aero System” • The UT6+ will now be named “Premier Aero Sys-tem” • TopKit will now be named “TopKit Aero Sys-tem”

For more information, visit www.smarttruckaero.com.V

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NeW PRODUcTS & SeRVIceS

TIReS & WHeeLS

See For Yourself The Benefits of RetreadsBY JeFFReY PARKS

Here at the Retread Tire Association we’ve found that

the best way to inform our friends in the trucking industry about the excel-lence of today’s retreads is to encourage them to get out and take a tour of a retread plant.

You may ask yourself, “why bother? I know that retreads cut my operating expenses. Why should I take a look with my own eyes?” It’s important to see for yourself how they are made and why retreads are a vital part of your bot-tom line.

Here are a few things that we at RTA may be able to help you with.

If you are a hard-working owner operator of one rig, or a fleet manager of 1000 trucks, there are a few facts that will never change: The top three costs of operating any truck are driver salar-ies, fuel and the tires you roll on every day.

While the two top costs are beyond your control there is plenty you can do

about the cost of tires.If you retread your own

tires or buy tires that have already been retreaded you can save as much as 50% of the cost of comparable new tires.

Quality new tire prices continue to rise. Cheaper imports may look like they can reduce those costs, but can they in the long-term? Remember, we’re talking about keeping you on the road without mishap, day in and day out.

Cost-cutting choices need to be thought out. Can a well-built retread move me forward as safely and reli-ably as a top-quality new tire? How about as reliably as a new, cheap import of questionable origin?

The answer to that ques-tion is Yes; a quality retread will exceed your needs every time. And take note: a quality retread will sur-pass your expectations, if you roll it side by side with a below-cost, new import. Don’t assume that a quality retreaded tire is less performance-oriented, safety-tested, or less ca-

pable than a new under-cost import tire.

If retreads can match top-quality new tires in every International market, how do you think they stand up against low-quality knock-offs?

You, your family and your schedule, are dependent on getting your job done, and getting home safe-ly with no mishaps. The performance, safety and reliability of retreads be-ing produced today in top quality retread plants equal that of the major brand new tires.

So why visit a modern retread plant?

We are always asking ourselves to push further, and do better for our fam-ilies and ourselves. By tak-ing the time to learn more about how today’s high-tech retreads are produced, we are certain you will come away as a believer.

First, you can always call or email us for the name and contact information of one of our members close to your location in Canada. You can be certain that if

you deal with a member of the Retread Tire Asso-ciation you will be dealing with a reputable and ex-perienced retreader who will stand behind his ser-vice, whether he retreads your tires or sells you a tire from his retread inventory.

Meet some of the folks who are dedicated to maintaining and grow-ing the retread industry. For safety, economy and positive environmental impact, properly inflated retreads will carry you forward and reduce your costs, your mishaps, and help you minimize the negative impact we have on our natural resources.

Practically every major fleet in Canada, the U.S., Europe and all other de-veloped countries through-out the world routinely use retreads. Canada Post de-livers your mail on trucks using retreads, and your packages are delivered by Purolator, FED EX, UPS,

DHL, all major retread users. Waste haulers on retreads pick up your trash, and the list goes on. None of these fleets would use retreads if they didn’t de-liver the same top quality features as more expensive new tires.

There are many of our members’ plants located throughout Canada and in the states, and I can as-sure you that you will be welcomed with open arms if you decide to visit.

To arrange a visit to an RTA member plant please contact us by telephone at 831.646.5269 or send an email to info@retreadtire.org, and we’ll contact you.

A big advantage to visit-ing a retread plant is to learn more than you may have ever known about proper tire care and how to maintain your tires to get the most out of them, regardless of whether you drive on retreads or new tires. Ask questions – about

proper tire inflation, rolling resistance and how crucial it is to keep your tires even-ly matched. Remember, you are in the company of tire experts during your tour and they will be happy to answer your questions regarding any aspect of tire care.

If an onsite visit is not possible, we have a great DVD titled Reputable Re-treading which allows you to tour a retread plant with-out leaving home. It also has testimonials from fleet managers that you will find very interesting. Please contact us above to order.

I’m Jeffrey Parks and I work every day with Har-vey Brodsky, the Manag-ing Director of the Retread Tire Association. We are huge fans of our friends in Trucking and we’d love to talk to you!

Jeffrey Parks is Administra-tor at the Retread Tire Asso-ciation and can be reached at jeffrey@retreadtire.org.V

GOODYeAR TIRe & RUBBeR cOmPANY

New Fuel Max Tires

Akron, Ohio – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

has introduced a commer-cial truck tire that provides excellent fuel economy for regional/long haul driving and enhanced toughness for driving in urban en-vironments, plus long miles to removal and a high level of traction.

“The new Fuel Max RSA has been designed to de-liver numerous benefits to help lower the operating costs of regional/long haul fleets that operate mainly on-highway and have some exposure to urban driving,” said Norberto Flores, Mar-keting Manager, Goodyear.

The Fuel Max RSA, which is SmartWay-compliant, features: • Goodyear Fuel Max Technology, which con-

tains cool-running com-pounds to lower tire rolling resistance and improve fuel efficiency, • A tri-layer compound for exceptional mileage, rolling resistance and curb impact resistance, • A non-evolving tread to help maintain traction through the tire’s lifecycle, • Super-tensile steel belts to add stability and en-hance toughness, • Goodyear Unisteel cas-ing construction for optimal retreadability, • A computer-optimized tread design and foot-print for

more miles to removal.In addition, the Fuel Max

RSA contains Goodyear’s IntelliMax Rib Technology, which provides a stiffer tread area for lower rolling resistance, higher mileage and even wear, according to Flores.

“The Fuel Max RSA also offers outstanding snow traction thanks to its in-novative tread design and boasts a 20/32-inch tread depth for lower cost-per-mile,” he said.

The Fuel Max RSA is avail-able in size 11R22.5, Load Range G. Additional sizes – including 295/75R22.5 and 11R24.5 in Load Ranges G and H, and 11R22.5 in Load Range H – will be introduced in early 2016.

To learn more, visit www.goodyeartrucktires.com.V

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TRANSmISSIONS >>

TRANSmISSIONS AUTOmATIQUeS VS mANUeL

Le choix de transmissions déterminé par l’application, le coût, et l’habileté du conducteurPAR mAReK KRASUSKI

Le marché de technol-ogie de transmission s’est gardé informé

des autres développements dans l’industrie, nombreux desquels one émergé en réponse à des exigences financières. Evidemment, les transmissions ne sont pas exemptées de ces exigences, quoique l’innovation ici a aussi été poussée par la longue pé-nurie de conducteurs: il a fallu les reconcevoir de telle sorte à ce que l’on puisse attirer plus de conducteurs, pas tous aussi habiles les uns que les autres.

La grande majorité des camions lourds utilisent des transmissions man-uelles, et avec raison. Ces camions coûtent considér-ablement moins cher que les camions à transmission automatique ou autres al-ternatives automatisées, sont plus durables s’ils sont conduits correctement, et ils ont rendu de fiers ser-vices à l’industrie pendant ce dernier siècle. Eaton Corp. est le plus grand four-nisseur de transmissions manuelles en Amérique du Nord, offrant une gamme de transmissions allant de 9 à 18 vitesses qui peuvent supporter des cargaisons pesant jusqu’à 70 T GCW, et même plus encore. Eaton vante ses meilleures transmissions manuelles à prises constantes et arbres de jalonnage comme étant le choix de préférence pour les flottes Nord Améric-aines. Le désavantage des transmissions manuelles, cela dit, c’est que leur dur-abilité dépend de l’habileté du conducteur lors des changements de vitesses. Une mauvaise conduite peut endommager les joints universels et les arbres de transmission, ce qui mène à des frais de répara-tion élevés; cela compense les épargnes réalisées en achetant un des modèles alternatifs moins chers.

Bien que les transmissions manuelles aient survécu l’épreuve du temps, leur

part de marché diminue au profit des transmissions manuelles automatisées (TMA) et autres alternatives automatiques. Les temps changent, et de même pour les choix que nous avons à faire. Seuls les meilleurs conducteurs peuvent at-teindre la rendement éne-rgétique optimal sur les transmissions manuelles, surtout aujourd’hui avec l’électronique et le jeu entre moteur et transmission. Une pénurie générale de conducteurs dans l’industrie, le nombre décroissant d’habiles conducteurs capables de changer de vitesse de manière experte, font en sorte que les TMA et les transmissions automa-tiques sont plus attrayantes aux flottes qui doivent at-tirer plus de conducteurs; des conducteurs qui n’ont peut-être pas le doigté pour des changements de vitesses et dont les pri-orités, aujourd’hui plus que jamais, sont le confort et un trajet plus facile, ce que les transmissions manuelles ne fournissent pas.

Les coûts de formation sont aussi d’une grande importance aux employ-eurs du point de vue des investissements. Les trans-missions automatiques et TMA réduisent les temps d’entraînement pour les nouveaux conducteurs qui n’ont pas à apprendre comment utiliser la pédale d’embrayage ou com-ment changer de vitesse et moins de formation im-plique moins de dépenses. Pour les opérateurs qui ont le soucis des marges de profit, réduire les dépenses est essentiel, à la fois dans les coûts d’entraînement et dans les autres domaines clé des opérations, comme l’essence, qui représente a peu près 40 pourcent des coûts d’opération.

Selon le Truck Efficiency Confidence Report, une initiative lancée par le North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) en coopération avec la

Carbon War Room, adopt-er  les TMA améliore de 1 à 3 pourcent le rendement énergétique (même 10 pourcent, selon certaines études). Voici ce que le rapport a affirmé au sujet des épargnes et bénéfices environnementaux: «  Le rapport a trouvé que les flottes devraient s’attendre à des améliorations de ren-d e m e n t éner-

gétique de 1-3% en moyenne en utilisant des manuelles automatisées, et peut-être des bénéfices encore plus élevés avec des automatiques dur-ant certains trajets où il y a beaucoup de change-ments de vitesses. Avec des coûts d’essence de $0,65/mile, et une moyenne de 120,000 miles parcourus par an, une optimisa-tion énergétique de 3% représente des économies de $2,300/an par camion. Étant donné qu’environ 22,38 livres de CO2 sont relâchés dans l’atmosphère pour chaque gallon de diésel consommé, et qu’un gallon coûte  $4,00, ceci représente 13,000 livres (5,8 tonnes) de gaz à effet de serre émis par camion qui pourraient être profit-ablement épargnés à tra-vers l’adoption de trans-missions contrôlées de manière électronique.  » Le rapport continue en affirmant que l’adoption de technologies qui sont énergétiquement efficaces et capables de réaliser des épargnes considérables est freinée par un manque de confiance dans les infor-mations diffusées au sujet des technologies énergé-tiquement efficaces. Pour

plus d’informations, con-sultez www.nacfe.org.

Evidemment, les TMA ne sont pas aussi automa-tiques que leur nom le sug-gère. En fait, les TMA sont des manuelles qui exigent encore que les conduc-teurs changent de vitesses. La différence est que la puissance est transmise

à travers des

en-grenages

métalliques suivant les commandes d’un ordinateur de bord,

et ainsi l’embrayage est activé et la vitesse change sans que le conducteur ait à effectuer le change-ment manuellement. Le résultat est un changement de vitesse plus efficace que bien des conducteurs eux-mêmes n’en seraient capables, ce qui allonge d’ailleurs aussi l’espérance de vie de l’embrayage. Les TMA sont aussi bénéfiques car ils sont plus sécuritaires pour les conducteurs, sur-tout dans des situations de circulation dense, car les conducteurs peuvent se concentrer sur la conduite sans être distrait par le changement de vitesses.

Les transmissions Ultra-Shift Plus de Eaton, par exemple, sont adaptées à de nombreuses applica-tions, comme le transport de ligne, les applications vocationnelles et le hors route. Pour le transport de ligne, UltraShift Plus util ise un actionneur électronique qui, selon l’entreprise, «  fournit un meilleur engagement et un plus rapide change-ment de vitesses. Au repos, il engage complètement l’embrayage, octroyant au conducteur un contrôle optimal au moment où

il doit manœuvrer dans un espace étroit, comme un parking ou un quai de chargement. Le UltraShift PLUS représente un nou-veau niveau d’intégration entre transmission, moteur et camion, et atteint ainsi une combinaison opti-male entre performance et rentabilité. Chaque unité peut être modifiée pour répondre à ses exigences opérationnelles particu-

lières, » confirme Eaton.Les compétiteurs im-

portants pour Eaton sont Mack, Volva et

Daimler, surtout dans le marché des applications

légères et moyennes. Le mDrive, conçu par Mack, fournit une transmission à 12 vitesses avec entraîne-ment direct et surmultiplié. Selon Mack, le mDrive, tout en tenant compte des changements d’inclinaison, de vitesse, de poignée de gaz, d’accélération, de poids et de couple, sélec-tionne automatiquement la meilleure vitesse pour un rendement énergétique optimal à la vitesse désirée. Le résultat: moins d’usure de la ligne d’arbre et donc plus longue durée de vie.

En effet, bien qu’ils dom-inent le marché des œuvres légères et moyennes, les TMA commencent à pé-nétrer dans la classification « classe 8 » aussi, grâce à la plus longue espérance de vie de  leurs compos-antes. Graeme Weston, directeur de l’ingénierie pour Eaton Vehicle Group, explique: « les TMA mod-ernes ont des détecteurs d’inclinaison et peuvent calculer précisément le poids du véhicule pour sélectionner la meilleure vitesse de démarrage pour n’importe quelle situation. Ceci réduit le patinage de l’embrayage, la cha-leur produite et l’usure de l’embrayage. Les sys-tèmes TMA fonctionnent avec leurs moteurs pour correctement contrôler le couple du moteur durant le démarrage. Ceci garantit un démarrage en douceur

et protège l’embrayage.  » Weston ajoute que la durée de vie des billes de roule-ment, vitesses, et arbres dépasse celles des com-posantes des manuelles. «  Avec une transmission manuelle, si les change-ments de vitesse ne sont pas bons, si on manque un changement ou si on met le levier au point mort alors qu’il y a encore du couple résiduel dans la transmission, alors cela use les vitesses et le levier et mène à plus de patinage de l’embrayage. »

Les transmissions plein-ement automatiques ont leurs propres avantages. Ils requièrent un minimum d’entretien, surtout car il n’y a pas d’embrayage à remplacer ou réparer. Seuls les changements réguliers d’huile et de filtres sont requis. Et même là, les intervalles de vidange peuvent être allongés si l’on utilise la bonne huile, ce qui pourrait aussi d’ailleurs améliorer la performance.

Allison est le plus grand fournisseur sur le marché commercial, fournissant des automatiques avec des convertisseurs de couple très efficaces, une concep-tion à arbre de jalonnage double et des commandes avancées pour fournir une puissance continue, affirme l’entreprise, ajoutant que les nets bénéfices qui en découlent sont un meilleur rendement énergétique, et plus de fiabilité et de durabilité. Cela dit, seul un petit pourcentage de remorqueurs autoroutiers est équipé de transmissions automatiques; la major-ité de ces derniers sont équipés sur des camions moyens et vocationnels. Dans des régions de trafic dense avec des arrêts et démarrages fréquents, les automatiques et les TMA sont le choix privilégié.

Au final, pour s’assurer de choisir la bonne trans-mission, il faut consulter un concessionnaire pour

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déterminer quel produit est idéal pour quelle ap-plication. Tous les types de transmissions viennent avec leurs propres avan-tages et désavantages.

Les transmissions man-

uelles, la plupart desquelles sont produites par Eaton, peuvent coûter considér-ablement moins cher que leurs homologues TMA ou automatiques et sont réputés pour leur durabilité et faible prix d’achat. Mais leur rendement énergé-

tique et la qualité de leur performance dépendent de leur conducteur. Les meilleurs conducteurs qui sont capables d’un change-ment de vitesse optimal peuvent contribuer aux économies d’une entre-prise, mais les mauvais

conducteurs peuvent au contraire décupler les coûts d’essence et les risques d’endommagements. A l’inverse, les TMA coûtent plus cher que les manuelles, mais elles ont un bon ren-dement énergétique même conduites par un opéra-

teur médiocre. Les TMA sont moins chères et plus légères que les automa-tiques, mais plus lourdes que les manuelles, ce qui peut se traduire par des économies considérables et des plus grosses charges utiles. Les automatiques,

quant à elles, ont leurs pro-pres attributs uniques. Elles sont énergétiquement éco-nomes et ne requièrent au-cun changement de vitesse, ce qui en fait un bon choix pour les entreprises avec des conducteurs moins habiles.V

ANDY TRANSPORT

Innover en RH: attirer et retenir du personnel dans une industrie en pénurie de camionneurs

Salaberry-de-Valley-field, Quebec - C’est une première au

Québec  : Andy Transport, une entreprise de camion-nage, forme des candidats et leur offre de les em-baucher dès l’obtention de leur permis de Classe 1. De plus, si les nouveaux chauffeurs de camion rest-ent à son emploi pour une durée prédéterminée, les coûts de la formation et du stage seront complètement absorbés par l’entreprise.

La vice-présidente exé-cutive Andreea Crisan, interrogée à ce sujet, com-mente ainsi la situation  : « Cela peut sembler para-doxal, mais alors qu’il y a pénurie de chauffeurs de camion partout en Amérique du Nord, les nou-veaux camionneurs ont du mal à se faire engager. Voilà pourquoi nous avons

créé un guichet unique de formation pour les aspir-ants camionneurs dans un environnement sécuritaire et encadré. »

Déjà existante aux États-Unis, la formule de centre de formation en entreprise s’est imposée. Alors que la compagnie était en pleine croissance et en extrême besoin de personnel de qualité, Andy Transport a résolument implanté en avril dernier un programme de formation et de perfec-tionnement à l’intention des candidats. Il s’agit donc de la première cohorte de camionneurs à avoir été formés sur place.

La formation offerte ici se décline en cours théo-riques, cours en simulateur et cours pratiques. Une fois le permis de Classe 1 obtenu, les nouveaux camionneurs se perfec-

tionneront les premiers mois avec, à leurs côtés, un chauffeur-formateur professionnel qualifié et ex-périmenté. Ce n’est qu’au terme de cette étape, s’ils satisfont aux exigences du transporteur, qu’ils seront employés par l’entreprise et qu’ils prendront seuls la route.

La technologie joue un rôle important dans ce parcours d’enseignement professionnel. Le simula-teur acquis en juin permet un apprentissage sécuri-taire rapide, performant et adapté à chacun. Les instructeurs modulent l’expérience de conduite pour chaque utilisateur à travers des scénarios de conditions routières variées [fluidité du trafic, conditions météorologiques, heure du jour ou de la nuit, obstacles et travaux] et à travers des

environnements de tous genres [stationnements, quais de débarquement, routes de campagne, auto-routes, montées et des-centes].

Cela permet au trans-porteur d’embaucher et d’assurer ces nouveaux camionneurs qui embras-sent déjà les valeurs de comportement, de com-pétence, de haute per-formance, de sécurité et de travail d’équipe de l’entreprise.

À l’heure actuelle, il manque 25  000 camion-neurs au Canada *. Les 300 000 camionneurs actifs vieillissent et se retirent plus vite qu’ils ne sont remplacés alors que la de-mande explose. Cela tient aux préjugés qui entourent le métier ainsi qu’aux con-ditions salariales et de tra-vail offertes par les em-

ployeurs.La formation qu’offre

Andy Transport présente un attrait incomparable pour les jeunes à la recher-che d’un style de vie et de conditions de travail qui allient plans personnel et professionnel, modernité des outils et qualité de la formation. Mais c’est tout aussi vrai des nouveaux arrivants, des femmes qui veulent travailler dans un milieu non traditionnel et des personnes qui aspirent à une nouvelle carrière.

Comme le dit son pré-sident : « Nous investissons dans notre personnel. »

À propos d’Andy Trans-port

Entreprise en transport routier fondée en 2001, Andy Transport conjugue la jeunesse des idées à une longue expérience. Ses camions roulent au

Canada et aux États-Unis. En 2015, elle se classe, en taille, 13e au Québec et 66e au Canada, et 153e au Palmarès de croissance du magazine Profit.

Si l’entreprise apporte un soin exemplaire à la qualité de son service à la clientèle, elle peut en dire autant de l’attention qu’elle porte à ses employés et col-laborateurs.

Comme suite au pro-gramme de conciliation études-travail-famille, celui de la formation des aspirants camionneurs et du perfectionnement des camionneurs à son service s’ajoute aux efforts déployés depuis le pre-mier jour pour encourager l’innovation, la compé-tence, la santé et la sécurité de l’équipe.

* Le Conference Board du Canada, février 2013V

LOcATION De RemORQUeS TRANScOURT

Transcourt parmi les grands de l’industrie à Tank Truck Week

Oakville, Ontario - Locat ion de citernes Trans-

court (Transcourt Tank Leasing) s’est joint pour une première fois à tous les leaders de l’industrie à Tank Truck Week, un événement qui se tenait à Houston, au Texas, les 11, 12 et 13 novembre der-niers. Tank Truck Week est sans contredit le plus grand rendez-vous de l’industrie du camion-citerne et des citernes routière en Amérique du Nord et la présence remarquée de Transcourt cette année est un signal fort que le chef de file canadien de location à long terme et du crédit-bail

de citernes liquides et pour le vrac sec est très ferme dans son intention de pé-nétrer le marché américain.

«  Le printemps der-nier, nous procédions à l’ouverture d’un premier bureau aux États-Unis en Illinois et nous avons main-tenant l’intention d’ouvrir deux autres bureaux, un à Houston et un autre à la Nouvelle-Orléans afin de mieux servir notre cli-entèle de ce côté-ci de la frontière  », dit Robert Pahanich, vice-président du développement des af-faires aux États-Unis pour Transcourt. « Notre but est d’offrir des équipements de qualité et une expéri-

ence client inégalée pour devenir le fournisseur priv-ilégié des transporteurs et des expéditeurs de vrac à la recherche de citernes. »

Cette année, Tank Truck Week comprenait un plancher d’exposition de 250 000 pieds carrés ainsi que des conférences et des ateliers couvrant un grande variété de sujets comme l’entretien et la sécurité, le nettoyage des citernes et les plus récentes technologies et les équipe-ments de pointe. Dans un des coins du plancher les plus achalandé on retrou-vait le Cargo Tank Test (Test de la Citerne Cargo) et l’atelier d’inspection du

Département des Transport des États-Unis (DOT – De-partment of Transporta-tion). Il était évident que les visiteurs de l’exposition étaient très intéressés par l’approche sur mesure novatrice de Transcourt qui offre des solutions d’affaires englobant les aspects financiers et opé-rationnels qui répondent aux besoins spécifiques de chaque client, quelle que soit la taille du projet.

Lors de la journée d’ouverture de Tank Truck Week les organisateurs n’avaient pas oublié qu’on était le 11 novembre, soit la Journée des Vétérans (Vet-erans Day) aux États-Unis

(Journée du Souvenir au Canada) qui rappelle la sig-nature de l’armistice mar-quant la fin de la première guerre mondiale. Un hom-mage particulier avait été préparé pour commémorer la mémoire de tous les vétérans militaires et ceux qui ont perdu la vie dans

les guerres et autres conflits depuis la fin de la première guerre. Un camion-citerne coloré très spécial était ex-posé sur le plancher et les visiteurs n’hésitaient pas à se recueillir en silence quelques secondes en pas-sant devant ce magnifique véhicule.V

Le camion-citerne très spécial au Tank Truck Week.

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Tel: 416.745.9220Alt. Tel: 416.742.0003

Fax: 416.759.5890Carlo@cdcparts.comwww.cdcparts.com

Fil-MoR AutoMotive & clutch pRoducts ltd.

A proud Canadian remanufacturer of quality Heavy Duty & automotive clutches since 1980. Specializing in heavy duty & custom made clutches including our own

Torque Master Clutches.

81 Northline RoadToronto, ON M4B 3E9

Toll Free: 800.677.9038Tel: 416.759.2245Fax: 416.759.5890

pmorale@filmorautomotive.comwww.filmorautomotive.com

• • •

Resurfacing all types of flywheels and repairing lugs. A good line of clutch related

components including clutch brakes, clutch forks, drive lugs, release bearings,

pilot bushings/bearings, master/slave cylinders, flywheels and alignment tools.

COMPLIANCE SERVICES

cRoss BoRdeR seRvicesC-TPAT, FAST, PIP, CSA, SCAC, MC, DOT,

CVOR, NEXUS, Bonding, Training Programs & Seminars.

Dawn Truell, B.B.A., B.A. Psy1450 Headon Road, PO Box 93005

Burlington, ON L7M 4A3Tel: 905.973.9136

crossborderservices@cogeco.netwww.crossborderservices.org

www.c-tpat-certified.com

• • •

dAnAtec educAtionAl seRvices ltd.“Changing the way you train since 1985. Canada’s leading provider of TDG Training

& Services”

201-11450 29th Street SECalgary, AB T2Z 3V5

Toll Free: 800.465.3366Tel: 403.232.6950Fax: 403.232.6952info@danatec.comwww.danatec.com

COMPLIANCE SERVICES

itR cAnAdA inc.P. O. Box 402, 140 Market Drive

Milton, ON L9T 4Y9Toll Free: 888.812.0099

Tel: 905.693.0660Fax: 905.693.0332

clientservices@itrcanada.comwww.itrcanada.com

DPF CLEANING

dpF cleAning speciAlistsClean and Care of your DPF is our only

business with replacement of popular part numbers.

5325 Outer DriveWindsor, ON N9A 6J3

Toll Free: 877.373.2580Tel: 519.737.6005Fax: 519.737.0005

info@dpfcleaningspecialists.comwww.dpfcleaningspecialists.com

DRIVESHAFTS

pAt’s dRiveline“Over 30 years of Driveline Manufacturing

Expertise”

ONTARIO

#1, 7337 Pacific CircleMississauga, ON L5T 1V1Toll Free: 877.438.3155

Tel: 905.564.3155Fax: 905.564.3166

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.patsdriveline.com

ALBERTA

14715-116th AvenueEdmonton, AB T5M 3E8Toll Free: 800.661.8826

Tel: 780.453.5105Fax: 780.452.3555

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.patsdriveline.com

DRIVER SERVICES, RECRUITMENT & EMPLOYMENT

kee huMAn ResouRces“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

6760 Davand Drive, Unit 9Mississauga, ON L5T 2L9Toll Free: 800.661.0377

Tel: 905.670.3426Fax: 905.670.3436

ea@keehumanresources.comwww.keehumanresources.com

E-CIGARETTES

king’s vApe shopStarter Kits • E-Juice • Supplies • “Kick

Your Ash”Located in the Roadking

Truck Stop CalgaryVAPE SHOP OPEN 7 DAYS

4949 Barlow Tr. S.E.Calgary, AB T2B 3B5Tel: 403.276.7555

www.roadkingchrome.com

FACTORING, FINANCE & FOREIGN EXCHANGE

AccutRAc cApitAl solutions inc.“Accutrac provides cash flow solutions

structured specifically for the freight and trucking industry. We’ve made factoring easy to understand and affordable with one low cost, all in. Qualification is easy

and funding is available same day.”

74 Mississaga Street EastOrillia, ON L3V 1V5

Toll Free: 866.531.2615Toll Free Fax: 866.531.2651Bruce@accutraccapital.comwww.AccutracCapital.com

• • •

gRAnd FinAnciAl

MAnAgeMent inc.43-100 Bass Pro Mills Drive

Vaughan, ON L4K 5X1Toll Free: 877.738.6661

Tel: 905.738.6661Fax: 905.738.6631info@grandfin.comwww.grandfin.com

• • •

J d FActoRs

315 Matheson Blvd. EastMississauga, ON L4Z 1X8Toll Free: 800.263.0664

Tel: 905.501.5000Fax: 905.501.0395

CanadaSales@JDFactors.comwww.JDFactors.com

canadasales@jdfactors.com

FACTORING, FINANCE & FOREIGN EXCHANGE

liquid cApitAl MidWest coRp.“Same-day and weekend funding,

customized personal service, equipment

leasing.”

176 Seacliff Drive West

Leamington, ON N8H 3Y5

Toll Free: 877.653.9426

Tel: 519.419.5044

Fax: 855.295.6605

riacobelli@liquidcapitalcorp.com

www.liquidcapitalmidwest.com

FASTENERS, FITTINGS, HOSE & SHOP MAINTENANCE

SUPPLIES

F.B. Feeney hARdWARe

“Serving the industrial and trucking

aftermarket since 1952.”

7515 Kimbel Street

Mississauga, ON L5S 1A7

Toll Free: 800.363.0639

Tel: 416.750.4610

Other Tel: 905.405.1275

Fax: 905.405.0616

tfeeney@feeneyhardware.com

www.feeneyhardware.com

• • •

Multi-line FAsteneR

supply co. ltd.“Serving fastener needs for Industrial,

Automotive & Maintenance Trades.”

1100 Courtney Park Dr. E., Unit 5

Mississauga, ON L5T 1L7

Tel: 905.677.5088

Fax: 905.677.4917

brendachu@multilinefasteners.com

www.multilinefasteners.com

FUEL ADDITIVES & LUBRICANTS

Bennetts poWeR seRvice

pRoducts

P. O. Box 51016, RPO Tyndall Park

Winnipeg, MB R2X 3C6

Toll Free: 877.778.4440

Tel: 204.694.1777

Fax: 204.633.0133

gbennett@powerservice.ca

www.powerservice.

The PrOducts & services directOry is your direct route to professional companies serving your local trucking market across canada.Include your company in the directory by contacting Barb Woodward by phone at 613.476.2247, fax at 613.476.9967

or email at Barb@woodwardpublishing.com. Visit us online at www.woodwardpublishing.com.

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FUEL & LUBRICANTS DIRECT

Blue WAteR West ltd.Suppliers of Esso Fuel and Mobil

Lubricants to all sizes of businesses large or small, stationary or on the go, on land

or at sea.

3162 Thunderbird Cres.Burnaby, BC V5A 3G4

Tel: 604.420.4331Fax: 604.420.4137

Mobil1BC@bluewatergroup.cawww.bluewatergroup.ca

FUEL UPGRADERS & ENHANCERS

Xp3 cAnAdA

(d.B.A. RepstAR Agencies inc.)Xp3 is an all-in-one, multi-functional fuel

upgrader with a 25 yearproven track record, upgrading over 4 billion litres of fuel globally every year.

363-63 Goulet StreetWinnipeg, MB R2H 0G1Toll Free: 800.507.4107

Tel: 204.800.1313Toll Free Fax: 800.905.6942

Sales@Xp3Canada.cominfo.Xp3Canada.com

INSURANCE BROKERS

BAiRd MAcgRegoR insuRAnce BRokeRs lp

At Baird MacGregor you are under our shield of protection. We are known

throughout the business community for our commitment to acountabilty, consistency, innovation and excellence in all that we

do. We have specialized in providing cost-effective insurance and unique risk

management solutions since 1979.

825 Queen Street EastToronto, ON M4M 1H8

Toll Free: 800.263.3030Tel: 416.778.8000Fax: 416.778.4492

lgarofalo@bairdmacgregor.comwww.bairdmacgregor.com

• • •

BRyson & AssociAtes insuRAnce BRokeRs ltd.

“It’s not what you pay; it’s what you GET for what you pay”

Transportation, Logistics, Warehousing Insurance, Fleet Safety Management

Services Bonds.

Toll Free: 800.661.5196Tel: 905.426.8787Fax: 905.426.4959

dbundock@brysoninsurance.cawww.brysoninsurance.ca

INSURANCE BROKERS

cAnAdiAn insuRAnce BRokeRs inc.1 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 415

Toronto, ON M4P 3Z1Tel: 416.486.0951Fax: 416.489.5311

jasonj@cibi.cawww.cibi.ca

• • •

eRB And eRB

insuRAnce BRokeRs ltd.What you want to protect the most.We

protect the best!30 Queen Street NorthKitchener, ON N2H 6N2Toll Free: 800.265.2634

Tel: 519.579.4270Fax: 519.741.1977

cbunn@erb-erb.com or info@erb-erb.comwww.erb-erb.com

• • •

hAllMARk insuRAnce BRokeRs ltd.“The Transit Authority”10 Konrad Crescent

Markham, ON L3R 8T7Toll Free: 800.492.4070

Tel: 905.475.4070Fax: 905.944.0273

trucking@hallmarkins.comwww.hallmarkins.com

• • •

Jones deslAuRieRs insuRAnce MAnAgeMent inc.

Transportation InsuranceBroker/Advisor™

2375 Skymark AvenueMississauga, ON L4W 1Y6Toll Free: 877.232.9996

Tel: 416.521.6713Fax: 416.259.7178

michelles@jdimi.comwww.jdimi.com

• • •

neWMAn insuRAnceProviding innovative insurance solutions &

unparalleled risk management support.Talk to one of Newman’s dedicated

Transportation Insurance Specialists to get the right coverage at a

competitive price.62 Dundas Street WestBelleville, ON K8P 1A3

Toll Free: 800.653.1924Tel: 613.968.6705Fax: 613.968.9437

info@newmaninsurance.cawww.newmaninsurance.ca

INSURANCE BROKERS

the cg & B gRoup,pARt oF ARthuR J. gAllAgheR

cAnAdA liMitedPackage policies for both local and long

haul fleets.

120 South Town Centre Blvd.Markham, ON L6G 1C3Toll Free: 800.267.6670

Tel: 905.479.6670Fax: 905.479.9164cgb@cgbgroup.com

www.cgbgroup.

LUBRICANTS

Rp oil liMitedRP Oil Limited is a distributor of

automotive and industrial lubricants. As an independently owned and operated

company we’ve been aggressively servicing southern and central Ontario for

over 40 years giving us the experience and know-how to keep your vehicle running

smoothly.

1111 Burns Street E. Unit 3Whitby, ON L1N 6A6

Toll Free: 800.335.6623Tel: 905.666.2313Fax: 905.666.2761

larryharris@rpoil.comwww.rpoil.com

• • •

shell luBRicAntsThe engine oil that works

as hard as you.

910 Louisiana StreetHouston, TX 77002

Toll Free: 800.237.8645www.rotella.com

LUBRICANTS (SYNTHETIC)

sinWAl enteRpRises inc.“AMSOIL, the Premium Choice

Diesel Oil”

5656 Bell Harbour DriveMississauga, ON L5M 5J3Toll Free: 866.326.7645

Tel: 416.520.5527Fax: 905.814.1802

lubedealer@rogers.comwww.sinwal.com

ON-BOARD TRUCK SCALES

#11-1642 Langan AvenuePort Coquitlam, BC V3C 1K5

Toll Free: 800.663.0854Tel: 604.944.1481Fax: 604.944.1482

www.vulcanscales.com

PERMITS & LICENCINGDRUG COLLECTION

730 peRMit seRvices inc.Established in 1992, our experts have

detailed knowledge of the filing systems for permits, accounting and audits.

CARDINALBox 755, 2085 Shanly Road

Cardinal, ON K0E 1E0Toll Free: 800.410.4754

Tel: 613.657.1244Fax: 613.657.1453

info@730permitservices.

MISSISSAUGA6885 Davand Drive, Unit #4Mississauga, ON L5T 1J5

Tel: 905.670.2208Fax: 905.670.0208

mdeyo@730permitservices.com

WOODSTOCK535 Mill Street

Woodstock, ON N4S 0A9Tel: 519.537.8658Fax: 519.537.7956

jgoff@730permitservices.comwww.730permitservices.com

PERMITS & SERVICES

c.u.t.c. inc.Serving the Transportation industry since

1989.

1295 Crois CarolLaval, QC H7W 1G3

Toll Free: 866.927.8294Tel: 450.687.8294Fax: 450.687.6963

pvoelker@sympatico.cawww.cutcinc.ca

RUST PREVENTIVE PRODUCTS

kRoWn coRpoRAte“Krown offers a superior line of rust

inhibiting products and body maintenance programs to help keep your trucks on

the road.”

35 Magnum DriveSchomberg, ON L0G 1T0Toll Free: 800.267.5744

Tel: 905.939.8750Fax: 905.939.8710info@krown.comwww.own.com

SATELLITE RADIO

siRius XM cAnAdA inc.Double the Savings with 3 Months Free +

$100.00 Mail-in Rebate.

400-135 Liberty StreetToronto, ON M6K 1A7

Toll Free: 888.539.7474truckingchannel@siriusxm.cawww.siriusxm.ca/rebate100

TARPS & TARPING SYSTEMS

cRAMARo tARpAulin systeMs“Cramaro, for all your tarping needs.”

206 Arvin AvenueStoney Creek, ON L8E 2L8Toll Free: 800.565.8277

Tel: 905.662.2757Fax: 905.662.4811

sales@cramarotarps.cawww.cramarotarps.com

• • •

loAd coveRing solutions ltd.“Keeping You Covered”

5499 Harvester RoadBurlington, ON L7L 5V4Toll Free: 800.465.8277

Tel: 905.335.2012Fax: 905.335.8499

www.loadcoveringsolutions.com

• • •

quick dRAW tARpAulin systeMs“Quick Draw Tarpaulin Systems are a

premium quality rolling tarp system for flatbed trucks & trailers, serving the trucking industry for over 20 years.“

4975 8th Concession Road, RR 3Maidstone, ON N0R 1K0Toll Free: 800.266.8277

Tel: 519.737.6169Fax: 519.737.6205

sales-qd@quickdrawtarps.com

www.quickdrawtarps.com

TIRE BALANCING

counteRAct BAlAncing BeAds

70 Watson Parkway South, Unit 8Guelph, ON N1L 0C3

Toll Free: 800.572.8952Tel: 519.837.3331Fax: 519.837.3088

info@counteractbalancing.comwww.counteractbalancing.com

TOWING SERVICES

A toWing seRvice ltd.Servicing GTA, Ontario and USAA company you can count on!

185 Bartley DriveToronto, ON M4A 1E6

Toll Free: 800.773.7952Tel: 416.656.4000Fax: 416.656.3065carole@atowing.cawww.atowing.ca

• • •

ABRAMs toWing“Service Across Ontario”24 Hour Heavy Towing

Toll Free: 888.667.5438Tel: 416.398.2500www.abrams.ca

• • •

Action AutoMotive,toWing & RecoveRy

“Meeting Your Service Needs in Eastern Ontario with a Mobile Mechanic on staff to

assist you while on the road.”

P. O. Box 126Trenton ON K8V 5R2

Toll Free: 800.551.6151Tel: 613.394.4924Fax: 613.394.2428action@reach.net

www.actiontowingtrenton.ca

• • •

goBBo toWing & RecoveRy ltd.85 Pondhollow RoadSudbury, ON P3E 6C1

shop

5238 Hwy. 69 SouthSudbury, ON P3E 4N1

Toll Free: 800.261.4252Tel: 705.523.2341Fax: 705.523.2817

gobbotowing@bellnet.ca

• • •

k.B.W. toWingKBW Truck Transfer ServiceHeavy & Medium Towing,

Flatbed Specialists.

1 Towns RoadEtobicoke, ON M8Z 1A1Toll Free: 866.616.6379

Tel: 416.255.4443Fax: 416.252.2558

dankbw@hotmail.com

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TRAILER MANUFACTURERS[ TANKERS ]

BedARd tAnkeRs inc.Leader in Dry Bulk, Liquid, Liquefied

Compressed Gas & Cryogenic Road Tanker Trailers.

5785 Place TurcotMontreal, QC H4C 1V9

Tel: 514.937.1670Fax: 514.937.2190

administration@bedardtankers.comwww.bedardtankers.com

TRAILER SALES, LEASING, RENTALS & SERVICE

FoRt gARRy industRiesProud distributors for Lode-King, Midland

Manufacturing, Arctic Manufacturing, Landoll, CMIC Container Chassis and more.

trailers@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com/trailers

• • •

sMARtWAy tRAileR RentAls2891 Sideroad 10

Bradford, ON L3Z 2A4Toll Free: 888.747.7667

Tel: 905.775.6700Fax: 905.775.7250

info@smartwaytrailers.cawww.smartwaytrailers.

• • •

tRAnscouRt tAnk leAsingToll Free: 866.934.5744

Contacts:Ontario & Eastern Canada

Tony Jelicictjelicic@transcourt.com

Western CanadaKevin Quick

kquick@transcourt.com

TRANSPORT COMPANIES

cARMen tRAnspoRtAtion gRoup3700 Weston Road

Toronto, ON M9L 2Z4Toll Free: 866.857.5166

Tel: 416.667.9700Fax: 416.667.8272

info@carmentransportationgroup.com

www.carmentransportationgroup.com

• • •

hAnM tRAnspoRtAtion MAnAgeMent seRvices ltd.

Modern equipment for your refrigerated transportation needs.

3701 Chesswood Drive, Suite 320North York, ON M3J 2P6Toll Free: 888.473.5557

Tel: 416.787.3213Fax: 416.787.6819

gina@hanmtransportation.comwww.hanmtransportation.com

TRANSPORT COMPANIES

inteRnAtionAl tRuckloAd seRvices inc.

107 Bellevue Drive, Box 1450Belleville, ON K8N 5J1

Toll Free: 800.267.1888Tel: 613.961.5144

Fax: 613.961.1255 or888.485.6487

Call Karen at 905.212.9898English or Punjabi

Call Monty at 800.267.1888 or 613.961.5144 extn 123

recruiting@itsinc.on.cawww.itstruck.ca

• • •

the RosdAle gRoupAs a transportation and warehousing

service provider since 1969, The Rosedale Group, has a proud history of meeting

the industry-specific requirements of our customers. We, as a company, have a

fundamental belief that our people make the difference in how we consistently

deliver total customer satisfaction.

6845 Invader CrescentMississauga, ON L5T 2B7Toll Free: 877.588.0057

Tel: 905.670.0057Fax: 905.696.7373timd@rosedale.ca

or recruiting@rosedale.cawww.rosedalegroup.ca

• • •

tRAnsX liMited“The strength & commitment of our people provides TransX with the ability to respond effectively & creatively to the needs of our customers & an everchanging economy, & is the primary reason why, year after year, TransX has one of the best performance

records in the industry.”

7459 McLean RoadGuelph, ON N1H 6H9

Toll Free: 877.787.2679careers@drivetransx.ca

www.drivetransx.ca

• • •

XAn systeMs inc.We are a family owned transportation business specializing in temperature

controlled and dry freight loads established in and successfully growing

since 2003.

16700 Bayview Avenue, Unit 214Newmarket, ON L3X1W1

Tel: 647.933.2765Fax: 647.933.2764

www.xansystems.com

TRANSPORT TRAINING

kee tRAining AcAdeMy“Your Goals Are Our Priority.”

6760 Davand Drive, Unit 9Mississauga, ON L5T 2L9Toll Free: 800.661.0377

Tel: 905.670.3426Toll Free Fax: 866.329.5331

Fax: 905.670.3436ea@keehumanresources.com

TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIRS

gReig tRuck & tRAileRLet US see to your Repair Needs!

Just minutes off Hwy 401 @ Exit 526.2 Foster Stearns RoadTrenton, ON K8V 5R8Tel: 613.394.5005Fax: 613.394.2736

Brian.Greig@bellnet.ca orDerrick.Greig@bellnet.ca

• • •

FoRt gARRy industRiesBrake specialists, installations, safeties

and a whole lot more.info@fgiltd.ca

www.fgiltd.com/parts/

• • •M.t.t. RepAiR seRvices inc.

A family-owned & operated business that has been providing quality repairs &

services since 1975.We operate out of a 14,000 sq. ft. building

with 11 bays including a truck & trailer paint bay & 2 sand-blasting bays.We are also an accredited vehicle

inspection station that allows us to conduct annual safety inspection to all of

your trailers.1868 Drew Road

Mississauga, ON L5S 1J6Tel: 905.677.2771Fax: 905.677.2774info@mttrepair.comwww.mttrepair.com

TRUCK CUSTOMIZING

quAlity custoM12 Clarke Blvd.

Brampton, ON L6W 1X3Tel: 905.451.8550Fax: 905.451.7627

info@qualitycollision.cawww.qualitycustom.ca

TRUCK DELIVERY

AcAdiAn dRiveAWAy185 Carrier Drive

Toronto, ON M9W 5N5Toll Free: 800.668.1879

Tel: 416.679.1977Fax: 416.679.1988

info@AcadianDriveaway.cawww.AcadianDriveaway.ca

TRUCK DELIVERY

dRive stAR shuttle

systeMs ltd.1625 Stone Church Road East

Hamilton, ON L8W 3Y5Tel: 289.285.3022Fax: 289.285.3026

Toll Free Fax: 866.425.4440sales@drive-star.comwww.drive-star.com

TRUCK EQUIPMENT

FoRt gARRy industRiesSales and NSM certified installation of

snow plows, sanders, mixers, dump bodies and more.

truckequip@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com/equipment

TRUCK EXHAUST SALES & SERVICE

A & A eXhAust systeMsA one-stop total exhaust and emission

solution provider. Our products, services and manufacturing abilities enable us to provide our customers with the highest standards in exhaust parts and services.

480 Grays RoadHamilton, ON L8E 2Z4

Toll Free: 800.461.2495Tel: 905.578.4303Fax: 905.578.4381

terrya@aaexhaust.comwww.aaexhaust.com

• • •

teXis tRuck eXhAust“Diesel Performance Specialists”

1850 Gage CourtMississauga, ON L5S 1S2Toll Free: 800.267.4740

Tel: 905.795.2838Fax: 905.678.3030texis@bellnet.ca

www.texisexhaust.com

• • •

the tRuck eXhAust plAceSince 1982 we have been a one stop exhaust

shop for the trucking industry as well as the heavy duty exhaust needs of industrial,

farming, manufacturers and mining industry.We have been helping fleets, owner-

operators, brokers, truck repair facilities, municipalities and manufactures get their equipment up and running and their trucks back on the road with minimal down time.

1365 Bonhill RoadMississauga, ON L6T 1M1Toll Free: 800.385.8801

Tel: 905.670.0100Fax: 905.670.8128

mitch@totalexhaust.comwww.totalexhaust.com

TRUCK LIGHTING & ACCESSORIES

gRote industRies co.230 Travail Road

Markham, ON L3S 3J1Toll Free: 800.268.5612

Tel: 905.209.9744Fax: 905.209.9757

Toll Free Fax: 800.267.9024mark.paul@grote.com

www.grote.com

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

dAWson inteRnAtionAl inc.We sell aftermarket replacement hoods,

bumpers, doors, grills, headlights, fenders, and skirts on trucks from manufacturers such as Ford, Freightliner, GMC, Mack,

International, Kenworth, Mack, Peterbilt, Volvo, Western Star, and more.

3060 Irving Blvd.Dallas, TX 75247

Toll Free Tel: 800.938.4654Tel: 214.630.9929Fax: 214.630.2543captdon2@aol.com

www.dawsontrk.com

• • •

ALBERTA

CALGARYFoRt gARRy industRies5350-72nd Avenue SECalgary, AB T2C 4X5

Toll Free: 800.661.3126Tel: 403.236.9712Fax: 403.236.7249calgary@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.comEDMONTON

FoRt gARRy industRies16230-118th Avenue NWEdmonton, AB T5V 1C6Toll Free: 800.663.9366

Tel: 780.447.4422Fax: 780.447.3289edmonton@fgiltd.ca

www.fgiltd.comGRANDE PRAIRIE

FoRt gARRy industRies10610-82nd Avenue

Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0Toll Free: 866.424.5479

Tel: 780.402.9864Fax: 780.402.8659

grandeprairie@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

LLOYDMINSTERFoRt gARRy industRies

5701-63rd AvenueLloydminster, AB T9V 3B8Toll Free: 800.661.9709

Tel: 780.875.9115Fax: 780.875.1403

lloydminster@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

RED DEERFoRt gARRy industRies

170 Queens DriveRed Deer, AB T4P 0R5

Toll Free: 866.297.0022Tel: 403.343.1383Fax: 403.347.8275reddeer@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

MANITOBA

BRANDONFoRt gARRy industRies1440 Highland AvenueBrandon, MB R7C 1A7

Toll Free: 866.883.6120Tel: 204.571.5980Fax: 204.571.5982brandon@fgiltd.ca

www.fgiltd.com

WINNIPEGFoRt gARRy industRies

2525 Inkster Blvd.R. R. #2 Stn Main

Winnipeg, MB R3C 2E6Toll Free: 800.282.8044

Tel: 204.632.8261Fax: 204.956.1786winnipeg@fgiltd.ca

www.fgiltd.com

ONTARIO

MISSISSAUGAFoRt gARRy industRies

731 Gana CourtMississauga, ON L5S 1P2Toll Free: 888.456.6567

Tel: 905.564.5404Fax: 905.564.8455

mississauga@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

THUNDER BAYFoRt gARRy industRies915 Walsh Street West

Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X5Toll Free: 800.465.5044

Tel: 807.577.5724Fax: 807.475.9033

thunderbay@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

SASKATCHEWAN

REGINAFoRt gARRy industRies1523 Ross Avenue East

Regina, SK S4N 7E5Toll Free: 800.552.8044

Tel: 306.757.5606Fax: 306.781.7926regina@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

SASKATOONFoRt gARRy industRies

3455 Miners Avenue, P.O. Box 1848Saskatoon, SK S7K 7K9Toll Free: 800.772.4599

Tel: 306.242.3465Fax: 306.933.4850

saskatoon@fgiltd.cawww.fgiltd.com

TRUCK SALES, LEASING, PARTS & SERVICE

geRRy’s tRuck centRe“Your Complete Transportation Business

Partner.”4049 Eastgate Cres.London, ON N6L 1B7

Toll Free: 800.363.4380Tel: 519.652.2100Fax: 519.652.6593

info@gerrystrucks.comwww.gerrystrucks.com

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TRUCK SALES, LEASING, PARTS & SERVICE

suRgenoR tRuck gRoup

Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec’s largest

group of independent truck dealerships, has

built a reputation as durable as the brands

that we sell and lease. The Surgenor Truck

Group includes two Truck Centres, one in

Ottawa, & one in Kingston, as well as five

service affiliates (Belleville, Pembroke,

Gatineau, & 2 in Cornwall) providing regularly

scheduled maintenance as well as on-call

24/7 for roadside assistance, & parts

delivery.

261 Binnington Court

Kingston, ON K7M 9H2

Toll Free: 877.548.1101

Tel: 613.548.1100

Fax: 613.548.4990

Mike.Gallant@SurgenorTruck.com

www.surgenortruck.com

TRUCK TIRE SALES & SERVICE

Benson tiReThe largest Goodyear dealer in Ontario, offering over 15 locations equipped with 24 hour emergency service vehicles to

handle all of your tire needs.

700 Education RoadCornwall, ON K6H 2W8Toll Free: 866.623.6766

Tel: 613.933.1700Fax: 905.689.3381

info@bensontire.comwww.bensontire.com

• • •

ontARio RegionAl oFFiceOver 100 Truck Tire Service

Centres Across Canada.

520 Abilene DriveMississauga, ON L5T 2H7Toll Free: 800.465.0618

Tel: 905.564.5171Fax: 905.564.5175LHardy@oktire.com

www.oktire.com

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS &

PTO’S

c & R tRAnsMission

seRvice ltd.Your Complete Driveline Service Center.

Authorized Allison Overhaul & Maintenance Dealer. Large Inventory of the Most Popular

Clutches, Transmissions & Differentials. Factory-Trained Rebuilders & 9 Service

Bays. 13 Anderson Blvd.

Stouffville, ON L4A 7X4Toll Free: 888.297.0682

Tel: 905.642.4556Fax: 905.642.2293

manager@crtransmission.comwww.crtransmission.com

• • •

ALBERTA

CALGARY7170 Blackfoot Trail SECalgary, AB T2H 2M1

Toll Free: 800.661.1378Tel: 403.252.3880Fax: 403.252.6308

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.gearcentre.com

TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS &

PTO’S

ALBERTA

EDMONTON14811-116th Avenue

Edmonton, AB T5M 3E8Toll Free: 800.661.8825

Tel: 780.452.6933Fax: 780.455.8612

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.gearcentre.com

ONTARIO

MISSISSAUGA#3, 7337 Pacific Circle

Mississauga, ON L5T 1V1Toll Free: 844.564.8998

Tel: 905.564.8998Fax: 905.564.5449

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.gearcentre.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

MONCTONUnit 5, 191 Henri Dunant Street

Moncton, NB E1E 1E4Toll Free: 844.701.GEAR

Tel: 506.855.GEARFax: 506.859.GEAR

sales@gearcentregroup.comwww.gearcentre.com

TRUCK WASH SYSTEMS

AWAsh systeMs coRp.Automatic Wash Systems & Water

Treatment Recycling Systems customized to your requirements.

2211 Brant Street, P.O. Box 20070Burlington, ON L7P 0A4Toll Free: 800.265.7405

Tel: 905.662.2662Fax: 888.407.9498

info@awashsystems.comwww.awashsystems.com

USED OIL FURNACE SALES & SERVICE

de-on supply inc.DSI is the world’s largest distributor and service provider for CLEAN BURN, the largest selling used oil furnace / boiler

manufacturer.CLEAN BURN stands head and

shoulders above the competition, due to its innovative technology and quality

manufacturing.R.R.#1, 1595 Lobsinger Line

Waterloo, ON N2J 4G8Toll Free: 800.824.4115

Toll Free Fax: 888.626.7843info@deonsupply.comwww.deonsupply.com

VEHICLE DELIVERY

coMpAss vehicle deliveRy inc.

P.O. Box 265 Stn. Main

16693 Old Hwy 2

Trenton, ON K8V 5R5

Toll Free: 888.992.9676

Tel: 613.392.9676

sales@compassvehicledelivery.com

www.compassvehicledelivery.com

VIDEO RECORDING EQUIPMENT

Windshield cAM

Windshield Cam is the leading Professional

Vehicle Video Recording System available.

4949 Barlow Trail S.E.

(Road King Truck Stop)

Calgary, AB T2B 3B5

Tel: 403.616.6610

windshieldcam@hotmail.com

www.windshieldcam.com

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ALBERTA

AIRDRIEFlying J cARdlock85 East Lake Cres.,Airdrie, AB T4B 2B5Tel: 403.948.4193

Parking for 10.

BROOKSFlying J Fuel stop

1260 Cassils Road East,Brooks, AB T1R 1B7Tel: 403.362.5594

Parking for 20, Showers (2).Cinnabon location.

CALGARYFlying J

11511 – 40th Street SE,Calgary, AB T2H 1L4Tel: 403.720.0904Fax: 403.720.4937

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (9), CAT Scales, TripPak.

Hot food available. Denny’s.

• • •Flying J Fuel stop

4216 – 72nd Avenue SE,Calgary, AB T2C 2C1Tel: 403.236.2404

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 15, Showers (2), TripPak. Hot food avalable.

• • •Flying J cARdlock

2525 – 23rd Street NE,Calgary, AB T2E 7M1Tel: 403.250.3835

• • •Flying J deAleR

4949 Barlow Trail SE,Calgary, AB T2B 3B5Tel: 403.273.4949Fax: 403.235.5095

7 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 80, Showers (9), CATScales.

DRAYTON VALLEYFlying J cARdlock5505 Jubilee Avenue,

Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1S3Tel: 801.725.1370

EDMONTONFlying J cARdlock

15609 – 121A. Avenue,Edmonton, AB T5V 1B1

Tel: 780.413.9116• • •

Flying J deAleR16806 – 118th Avenue,Edmonton, AB T5V 1M8

Tel: 780.455.1111Fax: 780.482.4448

6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 100, Showers (8), CAT Scale.

EDSONFlying J cARdlock2520 – 2nd Avenue,Edson, AB T7E 1N9Tel: 780.723.4744

FORT MCMURRAYFlying J cARdlock345 Sakitawaw Trail,

Fort McMurray, AB T9H 4E4Tel: 780.743.3556

GRANDE PRAIRIEFlying J cARdlock9212 – 108th Street,

Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4C9Tel: 780.532.2378

ALBERTA

GRASSLANDFlying J deAleR

1st Avenue, 1st Street,Grassland, AB T0A 1V0

Tel: 780.525.2295Fax: 780.525.2297

10 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 75, Showers (2).

HANNAFlying J deAleR

Hwy 9 & Hwy 36 South,Hanna, AB T0J 1P0Tel: 403.854.5000

3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 100, Showers (2).

HINTONFlying J cARdlock

294 Kelly Road,Hinton, AB T7V 1H2Tel: 780.817.1150

LETHBRIDGEFlying J cARdlock

1005 – 43rd Street,Lethbridge, AB T1K 7B8

Tel: 403.328.4735

LLOYDMINSTERFlying J cARdlock

5109 – 63rd Avenue,Lloydminster, AB T9V 2E7

Tel: 780.875.2990Parking for 12, Showers (2).

NANTONFlying J Fuel stop

2810 – 21st Avenue,Nanton, AB T0L 1R0Tel: 403.646.2810Fax: 403.646.2872

3 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 130, Showers (3), Humpty’s Restaurant and Papa Johns,

CAT Scale.

NISKU

Flying J Fuel stop

302 – 20th Avenue,Nisku, AB T9E 7T8Tel: 780.955.3535

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 8, Showers (2), Pizza, TripPak,

Hot Food available.

XRED DEER

Flying J tRAvel plAzA

6607 – 67th Street,Red Deer, AB T4P 1A4

Tel: 403.346.2785Fax: 403.346.2852

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 26, Showers (4), Pizza and other hot food available.

REDCLIFFFlying J cARdlock

115 Lockwood Street,Redcliff, AB T1A 7T9Tel: 403.526.2669

RYCROFTFlying J Fuel stop

Hwy #49 & 2, Box 73,Rycroft, AB T0H 3A0Tel: 780.765.3740Fax: 780.765.3748

Parking for 8, Pizza and other hot food available.

ALBERTA

SHERWOOD PARKFlying J

50 Pembina Road,Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2G9

Tel: 780.416.2035Fax: 780.416.2084

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 140, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pepperoni’s, CAT Scales,

TripPak & Bulk Diesel.

WHITECOURTFlying J cARdlock

Hwy # 43 & West Mtn. Road,Whitecourt, AB T7N 1S9

Tel: 780.778.3073

BRITISH COLUMBIA

ABBOTSFORDFlying J cARdlock

929 Coutts Way & Sumas Way,Abbotsford, BC V2S 4N2

Tel: 604.855.0665Showers (1).

ANNACIS ISLANDFlying J Fuel stop

1291 Cliveden Avenue,Annacis Island, Delta, BC V5M 6G4

Tel: 604.521.4445Parking for 4, Showers (1), TripPak and hot

food available.

CHILLIWACKFlying J deAleR

7970 Lickman Road.,Chilliwack, BC V2R 1A9

Tel: 604.795.7265Parking for 20, Showers (4) and hot food

available.

CRANBROOKFlying J cARdlock2209 Theatre Road,

Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H4Tel: 250.426.3763

CRESTONFlying J cARdlock

1411 Northwest Blvd.,Creston, BC V0B 1G6Tel: 250.428.7131

DAWSON CREEKFlying J cARdlock1725 Alaska Avenue,

Dawson Creek, BC V1G 1P5Tel: 250.782.3111

Showers (2).

FORT ST. JOHNFlying J cARdlock9407 – 109th Street,

Fort St. John, BC V1J 6K6Tel: 250.785.3052

HOPEFlying J deAleR

63100 Flood Hope RoadHope, BC V0X 1L2Tel: 604.860.4601Fax: 604.886.6821

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50 Showers (4), CAT Scales, Subway

and other hot food available.

KAMLOOPSFlying J deAleR175 Kokanee Way,

Kamloops, BC V2C 6Z2Tel: 250.573.3032Fax: 250.573.7820

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 125, Showers (5).

BRITISH COLUMBIA

NEW WESTMINSTERFlying J cARdlock

24 Braid St.,New Westminster, BC V3L 3P3

Tel: 604.522.6511

PRINCE GEORGEFlying J Fuel stop

4869 Continental Way,Prince George, BC V2N 5S5

Tel: 250.563.1677Showers (3).

VANCOUVERFlying J cARdlock

8655 Boundary Road,Vancouver, BC V5S 4H3

Tel: 604.454.9578

MANITOBA

HEADINGLEYFlying J

4100 Portage Avenue,Headingley, MB R4H 1C5

Tel: 204.832.8952Fax: 204.832.9104

8 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (9), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales & Bulk Diesel.

PORTAGE LA PRAIRIEFlying J Fuel stop

Highway 1 East,Portage La Prairie, MB R1N 3B2

Tel: 204.857.9997Parking for 40.

WINNIPEGFlying J Fuel stop1747 Brookside Blvd.,Winnipeg, MB R2C 2E8

Tel: 204.633.0663Showers (2), TripPak.

Flying J cARdlock131 Warman Road & Hwy. #59,

Winnipeg, MB R2J 3R3Tel: 204.231.5485

ONTARIO, EASTERN

BAINSVILLEFlying J deAleR

6115 4th Line Road,Bainsville, ON K0C 1E0

Tel: 613.347.2433

CARDINALFlying J deAleR2085 Shanly Road,

Cardinal, ON K0E 1E0Tel: 613.657.3155

LANCASTERFlying J

20382 Old Highway #2,Lancaster, ON K0C 1N0

Tel: 613.347.2221Fax: 613.347.1970

11 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 110, Showers (9), Denny’s, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

NAPANEEFlying J

628 County Road #41, RR 6,Napanee, ON K7R 3L1

Tel: 613.354.7044Fax: 613.354.3796

12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 165, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak,

Bulk Diesel.

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

KAPUSKASINGFlying J Fuel stop

410 Government Road East,Kapuskasing, ON P5N 2X7

Tel: 705.337.1333Fax: 705.337.1208

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 40, Showers (4) and hot food available.

SAULT STE. MARIEFlying J cARdlock

987 Great Northern Road,Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5K7

Tel: 705.759.8280

SCHREIBERFlying J cARdlock

Hwy #17,Schreiber, ON P0T 2S0

Tel: 807.824.2383

SUDBURYFlying J cARdlock17 Duhamel Road,

Sudbury, ON P3E 4N1Tel: 705.692.5447

ONTARIO, WESTERN

AYRFlying J

2492 Cedar Creek RoadAyr, ON N0B 1E0

Tel: 519.624.9578Fax: 519.624.2587

Parking for 30, showers (4), Papa Joe’s & Hot Kettle, CAT Scales.

BRANTFORDFlying J cARdlock

11 Sincair Blvd.,Brantford, ON N3S 7X6

Tel:

ETOBICOKEFlying J Fuel stop

1765 Albion Rd. & Hwy #27,Etobicoke, ON M9W 5S7

Tel: 416.674.8665

LONDONFlying J

3700 Highbury Ave. South,London, ON N6N 1P3

Tel: 519.686.9154Fax: 519.686.8629

12 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 230, Showers (15), Denny’s/Pizza, CAT Scales, TripPak,

Bulk Diesel.

MISSISSAUGAFlying J Fuel stop

1400 Britannia Road East,Mississauga, ON L4W 1C8

Tel: 905.564.6216Parking for 80, Showers (3).

PICKERINGFlying J deAleR

2000 Clements Road,Pickering, ON L1W 4A1

Tel: 905.428.9700Fax: 905.428.9633

5 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 50,Showers (7).

TILBURYFlying J

19325 Essex County Road 42,Tilbury, ON N0P 2L0Tel: 519.682.1140Fax: 519.682.9221

6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 150, Showers (6), Subway, CAT Scales, Bulk Diesel.

ONTARIO, WESTERN

WYOMINGFlying J deAleR

5906 Oil Heritage Road,Wyoming, ON N0N 1T0

Tel: 519.854.3249

QUÉBEC

BERTHIERVILLEFlying J deAleR

1181 Ave. Gilles Villeneuve,Berthierville, QC J0K 1A0

Tel: 450.836.65812 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10.

NAPIERVILLEFlying J deAleR

1 Rang St. Andre,Napierville, QC J0J 1L0

Tel: 450.245.35395 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10,

Showers (1) & hot food available.

SAINTE HELENE DE BAGOTFlying J deAleR

569 rue Principale,Sainte Helene de Bagot, QC

J0H 1M0Tel: 450.791.2232Fax: 450.791.2495

6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 10Showers (4) and hot food available.

SASKATCHEWAN

DAVIDSONFlying J deAleR

Hwy 11 & Hwy 44 Junction,Davidson, SK S0G 1A0

Tel: 306.567.3222

MOOSE JAWFlying J Fuel stop

370 North Service Rd. Hwy #1,Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4N9

Tel: 306.693.58586 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 20, Showers

(4), Bulk Diesel & hot food available.

REGINAFlying Fuel stop

1511 Ross Avenue EastRegina, SK S4R 1J2Tel: 306.721.0070

Parking for 12, Showers (3).

SASKATOONFlying J

3850 Idylwyld Drive N.,Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A1

Tel: 306.955.6840Fax: 306.955.6846

6 Diesel Lanes, Parking for 85, Showers (4), Denny’s, other hot food available &

bulk food.

YORKTONFlying J cARdlock

191 York Road West, Box 794,Yorkton, SK S3N 2W8

Tel: 306.782.2645Showers (2).

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ALBERTA

BONNYVILLEcougAR Fuels ltd.5602 – 54th Avenue

Bonnyville, ABTel: 780.826.3043Fax: 780.826.6353

brentm@cougarfuelsltd.cawww.cougarfuelsltd.ca

Convenience store, cardlock & showers.

CALGARY

cAlgARy husky tRAvel centRe

2525 – 32nd Avenue NECalgary, AB T1Y 6B7Tel: 403.291.1233www.myhusky.ca

RoAdking tRAvel centRe

4949 Barlow Trail SECalgary, AB T2B 3B5Tel: 403.569.6251Fax: 403.235.5095www.roadking.ca

LEDUC

nisku tRuck stop

Suite 201 – 8020 Sparrow DriveLeduc, AB T9E 7G3Tel: 780.986.7867Fax: 780.986.7898

Web: www.myhusky.caOpen 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock,

ATM, convenience store, showers, scale.

LLOYDMINSTER

husky tRAvel centRe

5721 – 44th StreetLloydminster, AB T9V 0B3

Tel: 780.872.7089www.myhusky.ca

MEDICINE HAT

husky tRAvel centRe

561 – 15th Street SWMedicine Hat, AB T1A 4W2

Tel: 403.527.5561

petRo cAnAdA cARd lock

AgCom Petroleum Fuel Sales1802 – 10 Avenue, SW

Medicine Hat, ABTel: 403.527.6411Fax: 403.529.1660

Showers.

ALBERTA

SHERWOOD PARK

RoAdking tRAvel centRe stRAthconA inc.

26 Strathmoor DriveSherwood Park, AB T8H 2B6

Tel: 780.417.9400Fax: 780.417.9449

STRATHMORE

stRAthMoRe husky tRAvel centRe

436 Ridge RoadStrathmore, AB T1P 1B5

Tel: 403.934.3522Fax: 403.934.3555

Email: hk7969@popmail.huskyenergy.com

Web: www.myhusky.caOpen 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant, cardlock,

ATM, convenience store, showers.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

CHILLIWACK

chilliWAck husky tRAvel centRe7620A Vedder Road

Chilliwack, BC V2R 4E8Tel: 604.858.5113www.myhusky.ca

chilliWAck petRo – pAss45461 Yale Road West

Chilliwack, BCTel: 604.795.9421Fax: 604.792.8931

chilliwack@southcoastpetro.caCommercial cardlock open 24hrs, 7 days,

convenience store open Mon – Fri, 8 am – 5 pm (washrooms).

cool cReek Agencies7985 Lickman Road

Chilliwack, BC V2R 3Z9Tel: 604.795.5335Fax: 604.794.5080

sdufault@coolcreek.caFull-service islands, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry

facilities, parking & CAT scale

DELTA

petRo cAnAdA

southcoAst petRoleuM ltd.10178 Nordel Court, Delta, BC

Tel: 604.581.3835Fax: 604.581.3850

nordel@southcoastpetro.caCanopy, fax, photocopier, nearby gov’t scale,

restaurant & ATM.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

GOLDEN

Jepson petRoleuM ltd.Box 1408, Golden, BC V0A 1H0

Tel: 250.344.6161Fax: 250.344.2232

ladine@jepsonpetro.comOpen 8 am – 5 pm Mon – Fri, lubes &

propane, 24hr cardlock, regular, diesel & diesel mark.

HOPE

dogWood vAlley husky seRvices

27051 Baker RoadHope, BC V0X 1L3Tel: 604.869.9443www.myhusky.ca

Flood hope husky tRAvel centRe

61850 Flood – Hope RoadR.R. #2, Hope, BC V0X 1L2

Tel: 604.869.9214www.myhusky.ca

OSOYOOS

husky tRAvel centRe

9206 – 97th StreetR.R. #2, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V2

Tel: 250.495.6443www.myhusky.ca

SICAMOUS

husky tRAvel centRe

1340 Trans Canada Hwy.Sicamous, BC V0G 2V0

Tel: 250.836.4675Fax: 280.836.2230

Contact: Shelley Arvandelwww.myhusky.ca

Open 24-7, restaurant (6 am – 10pm), convenience store, showers, laundry

facilities, parking, photocopier, oil products, ATM & fax machine.

MANITOBA

BRANDON

BRAndon husky tRAvel centRe

1990 – 18th Street NorthBrandon, MB R7C 1B3

Tel: 204.728.7387www.myhusky.ca

MANITOBA

MORRIS

MoRRis husky

Hwy 75 South, Box 989Morris, MB R0G 1K0Tel: 204.746.8999Fax: 204.746.2611

morrismohawk@yahoo.caWeb: www.myhusky.ca

Open 24 hours, 7 days, restaurant Mon. – Fri. 6am – 1pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am – 11pm,

cardlock, ATM, convenience store with lottery, showers.

WINNIPEG

petRo cAnAdA – petRo pAss

500 Oak Point HighwayWinnipeg, MB

Tel: 204.949.7292Fax: 204.949.7295

Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM,

showers & parking.

petRo cAnAdA – petRo pAss

928 Marion Street,Winnipeg, MB

Tel: 204.949.7280Fax: 204.949.7288

Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities,

showers & parking

NEW BRUNSWICK

AULACAulAc Big stop ciRcle k

170 Aulac RoadAulac, NB E4L 2X2Tel: 506.536.1339Fax: 506.536.0579aulac@eastlink.ca

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store,

showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale.

XEDMUNDSTON

edMundston tRuck stop

Exit 19, 100 Grey Rock RoadEdmundston, NB E7C 0B6

Tel: 506.737.2010Fax: 506.737.2015

georges@etruckstop.cawww.edmundstontruckstop.comOpen 24/7 365 days, full service islands,

diesel, cardlock, propane, lubricants, driver’s lounge and business centre, seafood & burger restaurant (Le Pirate de la Mer),

convenience store, washrooms, showers (4), laundry facilities, parking for 75 trucks, double car wash & 2 bay pet wash, Wi-Fi,

ATM, fax & photocopier.

NEW BRUNSWICK

GRAND FALLS

petRo pAss

315 Ouellette StreetGrand Falls, NB

Tel: 506.473.5575Fax: 506.475.9816

Toll Free: 800.361.8322guypass@nb.sympatico.ca

Drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, internet services, showers, parking & CAT scale.

MONCTON

petRo cAnAdA

Exit 450, 2600 Mountain RoadMoncton, NB E1G 3T6

Tel: 506.859.6000Fax: 506.859.6005

Open 24-7, convenience store, fast food, ATM & washrooms.

PERTH – ANDOVER

toBique one stop

Exit 115, Perth – Andover, NBTel: 506.273.9682Fax: 506.273.9682

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge with large screen, restaurant,

satellite TV, convenience store, showers, laundry, parking & free high-speed internet.

SALISBURY

sAlisBuRy Big stop

2986 Fredericton RoadSalisbury, NB E4J 2G1

Tel: 506.372.3333Fax: 506.372.0083

Open 24-7, drivers’ lounge & game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale

WAASISlincoln Big stop ciRcle k

415 Nevers Rd.Waasis, NB E3B 9E1Tel: 506.446.4444

Driver Fax: 506.446.4455bigstop_bluecanoe@yahoo.ca

Open 24-7, Irving FP Solution I – 24, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store,

showers, laundry facilities, free overnight parking.

WOODSTOCKMuRRAy’s tRuck stop

Exit 191, 198 Beardsley RoadWoodstock, NB

Tel: 506.328.2994Driver’s Fax: 506.325.2148calving.murraystruckstop@

gmail.comwww.murraystruckstop.ca

Open 24-7, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge & game room, restaurant,

convenience store, showers, laundry facilities, parking & CAT scale & tire sales

& service.

NOVA SCOTIA

TRURO HEIGHTStRuRo heights ciRcle k

86 Connector Rd., Hwy 102 Exit 13,Truro Heights, NS B2N 5B6

Tel: 902.897.0333Fax: 902.897.0499

Open 24-7, self service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store,

showers & parking.

ONTARIO, EASTERN

ARNPRIOR

AntRiM tRuck stop

580 White Lake Road,Arnprior, ON K7S 3G9

Tel: 613.623.3003Fax: 613.623.1003

Toll Free: 866.334.4775jack@antrimwesternstar.com

Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant, convenience store, showers, overnight

parking, drivers’ lounge, CAT scale, garage service facilities, tire service, Western Star

truck dealer.

BELLEVILLE

10 AcRe tRuck stop

902 Wallbridge Loyalist RoadBelleville, ON K8N 5A2

Tel: 613.966.7017Fax: 613.962.4495 or Office at

613.966.4740jtombs@gmail.comwww.10acre.com

Restaurant & Store: Mon-Fri 6 am – 11 pm, Sat 7-8 pm, Sun 7-10 pm,

convenience store, hair salon, drug testing, showers, parking, Esso Card Lock & Retail

Diesel, Wifi & Fax, laundry facilities & CAT Scale.

BELLEVILLE

ultRAMAR

25 Bellevue Dr., Hwy 401 Exit 538(rear of Ultramar Service Station)

Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5Tel: 613.771.1755

Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, showers,short–time

parking & drivers’ lounge.

CARDINAL

730 tRuck stop

2085 Shanly Road,Hwy 401 Exit 730,

Cardinal, ON K0C 1E0Tel: 613.657.3019

Open 24 hrs, restaurant, convenience store, washrooms, showers, overnight parking &

drivers’ lounge.

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Welcome to our complimentary truck stOP directOry. We want to help truckers and travellers find the nearest truck stop on route to their destination. For details on how you can list your truck stop, call Barb Woodward at 613.476.2247 or email Barb at barb@woodwardpublishing.com.

ONTARIO, EASTERN

DESERONTO

quick stop215 Hwy #49

Deseronto, ON K0K 1X0Tel: 613.396.3043Fax: 613.396.1449

Open 6 am – 10pm, 7 days, Subway, convenience store & parking.

DUNVEGAN

esso – dunvegAn1515 County Road #20,

(Hwy 417 Exit 51)Dunvegan, ON

Tel: 613.527.1026 or613.627.2100

Fax: 613.527.2726Open 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant (Tim Horton’s), convenience store, parking

& ATM.

JOYCEVILLE

kingston husky tRuck stopJoyceville Road,

(Hwy 401 Exit 632)Joyceville, ON

Tel: 613.542.3468www.myhusky.ca

KINGSTON

esso – kingstonHwy 401 Exit 611

Kingston, ONTel: 613.384.8888Fax: 613.634.3162

Open 24-7

OTTAWA

ultRAMAR3199 Hawthorne Road,(Exit 110 off Hwy 417)

Behind Ultramar Service StationOttawa, ON K1G 3V8Tel: 613.248.9319

Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience store, washrooms, drivers’ lounge, showers

& short-time parking

ONTARIO, EASTERN

SPENCERVILLE

Angelo’s tRuck stop2025 County Road 44

Spencerville, ON K0E 1X0Tel: 613.925.5158Fax: 613.925.5158

Open 7 days, game room, restaurant, convenience store, showers, parking &

CAT scale.

VANKLEEK HILL

heRB’s tRAvel plAzA21160 Service Road,Exit 27 off Hwy 417

Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0Toll Free: 800.593.4372

Tel: 613.525.2120Fax: 613.525.1595

suzie_vink@yahoo.caOpen 24-7 drivers’ lounge, restaurant,

convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, internet services, showers & parking.

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

BRADFORD

BRAdFoRd husky tRAvel centReHwy 400 & 88Bradford, ON

Tel: 905.775.5794www.myhusky.caNAIRN CENTRE

JeReMy’s tRuck stop &countRy RestAuRAnt220 Highway 17 West

Nairn Centre, ON P0M 2L0Tel: 705.869.4100Fax: 705.869.6796

NORTH BAYBAy tRuck stop

3060 Hwy 11 NorthNorth Bay, ON

Tel: 705.474.8410Fax: 705.495.4076

Toll Free: 888.474.8410baytruckstop@bellnet.ca

Web: www.transportmall.comOpen 24-7, full-service islands, restaurant,

convenience store, showers, parking & truck repairs within 2 km.

ONTARIO, NORTHERN

SUDBURY

sudBuRy petRo pAss3070 Regent Street

Sudbury, ONTel: 705.522.8701Fax: 705.522.4280

Open Mon – Fri. 6 am – 11pm, Sat. 8 am – 8 pm & sun. 10 am – 9 pm, drivers’ lounge

& game room, convenience store (hot food, pizza, chilli & soup), laundry facilities,

showers & parking.

TIMMINS

esso tRuck stop2154 Riverside Drive

Timmins, ONTel: 705.268.3400Fax: 705.267.7231

bgagnon@krebenterprises.caOpen 24-7, restaurant, convenience store,

ATM & showers.

WAUBAUSHENEWAuBAushene tRuck stop21 Quarry Road, Box 419,

Waubaushene, ON L0K 2L0Tel: 705.538.2900Fax: 705.538.0452

bramji@sympatico.ca

ONTARIO, WESTERN

BEAMSVILLE

BeAMsville RelAy stAtion4673 Ontario Street,

(Exit 64 off QEW)Beamsville, ON L0R 1B4

Tel: 905.563.8816Fax: 905.563.4770

relaystation@bellnet.caOpen 24-7, restaurant, convenience store, laundry facilities, ATM, showers & parking

BELMONT

london husky tRAvel centReHwy 401 & 74 (Exit 195 off 401)

Belmont, ONTel: 519.644.0200www.myhusky.ca

ONTARIO, WESTERN

DRUMBOtRuckeR’s hAvenHwy 401, Exit 250,

806607 Oxford Road,Drumbo, ON N0J 1G0

Tel: 519.463.5088Fax: 519.463.5628

amdroit1990@hotmail.comFORT ERIE

ultRAMAR1637 Pettit Road (Exit 5 off QEW)

Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4Tel: 905.994.8293

Open 24 hrs, restaurant, washrooms, showers, overnight parking & drivers’

lounge.

HAMILTON

MARshAll tRuck & tRAileR RepAiR & tRuck stop

336 Kenora AvenueHamilton, ON L8E 2W2

Tel: 905.561.4712Fax: 905.561.7757

wayne@marshalltruck.comWeb: www.marshalltruck.com

Open 24-7 for cardlock, open 7 am – 12 am Mon – Fri, 7 am – 5 pm Sat, closed

Sunday, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, showers & parking

KITCHENER

petRo – pAss kitcheneR120 Conestoga College Blvd.

Kitchener, ON N2P 2N6Tel: 519.748.5550Fax: 519.748.9656

Drivers’ lounge & game room, convenience store, laundry facilities, showers & CAT

scale.

LEAMINGTON

Johnny’s gAs BAR448 Talbot Street West

Leamington, ON N8H 4H6Tel: 519.326.5231Fax: 519.322.0189

inbox@johnnysgasbar.comwww.johnnysgasbar.ca

Card lock open 24 hours, 7 days, convenience store, cash discount, diesel

exhaust fluid and coloured fuel.

ONTARIO, WESTERN

LONDON

Flying M tRuck stop7340 Colonel Talbot Road

London, ONTel: 519.652.2728Fax: 519.652.6554

flyingmtruckstop.comOpen 24 hrs, 6 days, full-service islands, drivers’ lounge, restaurant, convenience store, ATM, internet services, showers,

garage on premises & parking

PORT HOPE

ultRAMAR2211 County Road 28

(Hwy 401 Exit 464)Port Hope, ON L1A 3W4

Tel: 905.885.4600Open 24 hrs, lunch counter, convenience

store, washrooms, showers, drivers’ lounge & short-time parking.

WINDSOR

WindsoR husky tRAvel centReHwy 401 Exit 14, Tecumseh, ON

Tel: 519.737.6401www.myhusky.caWOODSTOCK

ultRAMAR535 Mill Street

(Hwy 401 Exit 230 on TA site)Woodstock, ON N4S 7V6

Tel: 519.421.3144Open 24 hrs, restaurant, convenience store,

washrooms, showers, drivers’ lounge & overnight parking.

QUEBEC

MONTREAL

iRving 245918, Rue Notre Dame Est

Montreal, QC H1N 2C5Tel: 514.257.8626Fax: 514.259.0910

Open 24-7, restaurant, convenience store & laundry facilities.

SASKATCHEWAN

ESTEVAN

estevAn husky tRAvel centRe

201 – 4th Street,

Estevan, SK S4A 0T5

Tel: 306.634.3109

www.myhusky.ca

REGINA

husky Bulk sAles

210 North McDonald Street

Regina, SK S4N 5W3

Tel: 306.721.6880

www.myhusky.ca

ReginA husky tRAvel centRe

1755 Prince of Wales Drive

Regina, SK S4Z 1A5

Tel: 306.789.3477

www.myhusky.ca

SASKATOON

petRo cAnAdA – petRo pAss

402 – 51st Street East

Saskatoon, SK

Tel: 306.934.6766

Fax: 306.668.6110

rainbow@sasktel.net

Drivers’ lounge, convenience store, laundry

facilities, ATM, showers, scale & parking.

SWIFT CURRENT

husky tRAvel centRe

1510 South Service Road West

(Trans Canada Hwy 1 West)

Swift Current, SK S9H 3T1

Tel: 306.773.6444

www.myhusky.ca

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A/C Sales & ServicePolar Mobility Research Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Western Trucking NewsWilson Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ontario Trucking News

Automated Lubrication SystemsFLO Components Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Ontario Trucking News

AxlesIMT Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Ontario Trucking News

Diesel Performance ProductsDiesel Spec Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

DrivetrainsGear Centre Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ontario & Eastern Trucking News

Employment OpportunitiesCarmen Transportation Group . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Ontario Trucking NewsCaron Transportation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Western Trucking NewsEdge Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Western Trucking NewsG . Zavitz Trucking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Ontario Trucking NewsHanM Transportation Mgmt Services . . . . . . . .32 Ontario Trucking NewsInternational Truckload Services Inc . . . . . . . . .38 Ontario Trucking NewsJ-Line Transport Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Ontario Trucking NewsLaidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Eastern Trucking NewsSpeedy Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Ontario Trucking NewsThe Rosedale Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38TransX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Ontario & Western Trucking NewsWilson Truck Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Ontario Trucking NewsXan Systems Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Ontario Trucking News

Factoring & FinanceAccutrac Capital Solutions Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7Grand Financial Management Inc . . . . . . . . . . .13 J D Factors Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3, 43

Fleet Maintenance SoftwareFleet Harmony Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Eastern Trucking News

Fuel AdditivesBennetts Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Fuel Upgraders & EnhancersRepstar Agencies Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Western Trucking News

Insurance BrokersBryson & Assoc . Insurance Brokers Ltd . . . . . . .1 Ontario Trucking NewsHallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Ontario Trucking News

LubricantsImperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Ontario Trucking NewsShell Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Permits & WaiversC .U .T .C . Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Refrigeration SystemsPolar Mobility Research Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Western Trucking News

Rust Preventative ProductsKrown Rust Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Ontario Trucking News

Satellite RadioSirius XM Canada Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 21

Tanker LeasingTranscourt Tank Leasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 44

Tanker Manufacturing, Sales & ServiceTremcar Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Eastern Trucking News

Tarps & Tarping SystemsQuick Draw Tarps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Ontario Trucking News

Theft Prevention ProductsThe Fuel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Tire Pressure MonitoringPolar Mobility Research Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Western Trucking News

Tire Sales & ServiceBenson Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Ontario Trucking NewsTA Travel Centres Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Ontario Trucking News

TransmissionsC & R Transmission Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Ontario Trucking NewsDomar Transmission Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Truck ExhaustTexis Truck Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 16 Ontario Trucking News

Truck Parts & AccessoriesBD Diesel Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Western Trucking NewsDawson Truck Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ontario & Western Trucking NewsRoad King Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Western Trucking NewsTraction Truck Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Ontario & Western Trucking News

Truck Parts & ServiceCrane Carrier (Canada) Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Western Trucking News

Truck & Trailer RepairsTruckPro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Video Recording EquipmentWindshield Cam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Weigh Scales (On Board)Vulcan On-Board Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Eastern & Western Trucking News

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AAccutrac Capital Solutions Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 7

BBD Diesel Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Western Trucking NewsBennetts Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Benson Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Ontario Trucking NewsBryson & Assoc . Insurance Brokers Ltd . . . . . . .1 Ontario Trucking News

CC & R Transmission Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Ontario Trucking NewsC .U .T .C . Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Carmen Transportation Group . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Ontario Trucking NewsCaron Transportation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Western Trucking NewsCrane Carrier (Canada) Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Western Trucking News

DDawson Truck Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ontario & Western Trucking NewsDiesel Spec Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Domar Transmission Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

E Edge Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Western Trucking News

FFBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Fleet Harmony Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Eastern Trucking NewsFLO Components Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Ontario Trucking News

GG . Zavitz Trucking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Ontario Trucking NewsGear Centre Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ontario & Eastern Trucking NewsGrand Financial Management Inc . . . . . . . . . . .11

HHallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Ontario Trucking NewsHanM Transportation Mgmt Services . . . . . . . .40 Ontario Trucking News

IImperial Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Ontario Trucking NewsIMT Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Ontario Trucking NewsInternational Truckload Services Inc . . . . . . . . .38 Ontario Trucking News

JJ D Factors Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 3, 43J-Line Transport Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Ontario Trucking News

KKrown Rust Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Ontario Trucking News

LLaidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Eastern Trucking News

PPolar Mobility Research Ltd . . . . . . . . . 10, 37, 38 Western Trucking News

QQuick Draw Tarps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Ontario Trucking News

RRepstar Agencies Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Western Trucking NewsRoad King Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Western Trucking News

SShell Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Sirius XM Canada Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 21 Speedy Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Ontario Trucking News

TTA Travel Centres Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Ontario Trucking News Texis Truck Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 16 Ontario Trucking NewsThe Fuel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18The Rosedale Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Traction Truck Parts & TruckPro . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Transcourt Tank Leasing 10, 44TransX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Ontario & Western Trucking NewsTremcar Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Eastern Trucking News

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WWilson Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ontario Trucking NewsWilson Truck Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Ontario Trucking NewsWindshield Cam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

XXan Systems Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Ontario Trucking News

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HeALTHY TRUcKeR

Holiday Guide to Alcohol

BY meLODIe cHAmPION

If you choose to drink alcohol, do so only in moderation. For healthy

adults, that means up to one drink a day for women of all ages and men older than age 65, and up to two drinks a day for men age 65 and younger.

Examples of one drink in-clude: Beer – 12 fluid ounces (355 milliliters); Wine – 5 fluid ounces (148 milliliters); Distilled spirits (80 proof) – 1.5 fluid ounces (44 mil-liliters).

Moderate alcohol use may be of most benefit if you’re an older adult or if you have existing risk factors for heart disease. If you’re a middle-aged or young-er adult, some evidence shows that even moder-ate alcohol use may cause more harm than good. You can take other steps to benefit your cardiovascular health besides drinking – eating a healthy diet and exercising, for example. (www.Mayoclinic.com).

Here are a few lower cal-orie options:

VODKA AND SODA

Your standard vodka and soda mixed beverage typically comes in at over 200 calories, but with a few swaps, you can craft a healthy cocktail that has less than 100 calories. Mix together 3 oz. of your favor-ite vodka with a diet  fla-vored carbonated water or a diet lemon-lime flavored soda. Flavored vodka can also be an option mixed with soda water and a lime.

Healthy Trucker does not endorse drinking of alcohol but we completely under-stand that there is a time and place for it in modera-tion. If you choose to have a drink, make it a smart one. Those calories can add up quickly if you are

not careful!Moderate alcohol con-

sumption may provide some health benefits. It may: Reduce your risk of developing and dying from heart disease, possibly re-duce your risk of ischemic stroke (when the arteries to your brain become nar-rowed or blocked, causing severely reduced blood flow), and possibly reduce your risk of diabetes. Even so, the evidence about the possible health benefits of alcohol isn’t certain, and alcohol may not benefit everyone who drinks.

HOW mANY cALORIeS

ARe IN A DRINK?

Alcohol can add extra calories that may lead to weight gain. You might be surprised how many cal-ories are in one drink.

Red Wine: Scientists single out the wine’s polyphenols (antioxidants occurring nat-urally in the grape skin) which protect the lining of the heart’s blood vessels. An antimicrobial substance called Resveratrol can also help prevent damage to blood vessels, discourage blood clotting, and reduce bad cholesterol. Recently, studies have shown that drinking red wine also can decrease lung cancer risk, along with those powerful polyphenols fighting off Alzheimer’s disease.

Gin and Tonic: If a gin and tonic is your go-to drink, with a few tweaks you can enjoy this cocktail while still sticking to your diet plan. A standard 4 oz. gin and tonic composed of 1 oz. gin and 3 oz. tonic comes in around 100 calories. If you are looking to make this drink even healthier, switch out the tonic for a diet tonic. When made with diet tonic water, a 4 oz. glass of this drink has approximately 35 calories.

Fizzy Lemonade: Nothing tastes better on a warm summer night than an ice-cold mixed drink. You don’t have to put the tequila on the back shelf during your diet with this version of a healthy lemonade drink. Mix together 1/2 oz. of te-quila, 1/2 oz. of vodka and

1 tsp. of honey in a cocktail shaker. Pour into a glass with 2 oz. of diet  lemon-lime soda and you have yourself a fizzy lemonade tequila drink that is light on the calories.

Keep in mind that calories aren’t the only reason to take it easy on alcohol. Not only do cocktails boost calories, they also have a powerful impact on your in-

hibitions. Your resolve can be really strong when you are sober, but after a few drinks, you may find your-self mindlessly overeating by grabbing another slice of pizza, unhealthy snacks or whatever food is within reach. Drinking alcohol can also make you feel hungrier because alcohol can lower blood sugar.

A moderate amount of

alcohol can increase total calories consumed, de-crease your motivation for exercise, and negatively affect your sleep. Despite this, many people can enjoy a drink or two, without throwing those three com-ponents completely out of whack.

On the other hand drink-ing heavily can significantly derail energy levels, has

a larger influence on de-hydration, and can signifi-cantly disrupt your sleep. Therefore, limit your overall levels of alcohol and put yourself in the best position to reap the benefits of the Healthy Trucker Program!

Melodie Champion, CHC, AADP, PTS, is a Nutritionist & Certified Health Coach and can be reached at www.healthytrucker.com.V

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emPLOYmeNT

GOVeRNmeNT OF NeWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR

Provincial Government Unveils New Signs for Peacekeepers Way

Signage depicting the new name of the CBS Bypass -

Peacekeepers Way - was unveiled on October 29 at an event held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Conception Bay South. The name was chosen in part-nership with the Canadian Peacekeeping Veterans As-sociation, Newfoundland

and Labrador Chapter.“Naming the CBS Bypass

Peacekeepers Way is a fit-ting tribute to the women and men who have served our province and country and a means each and every day to recognize their contributions to help ensure the security of our nation. More than 125,000 Canadian peacekeepers

have participated in doz-ens of international efforts over the past six decades in countries all over the world. Each time we drive Peacekeepers Way, let us all take a moment to remember them.” - The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

The new highway signs

were unveiled following United Nations Day which is celebrated annually on and around October 24, through activities organ-ized by all parts of the United Nations (UN) to celebrate and reflect on the work of the UN.

Peacekeepers Way now joins other roads in the province that have been

named in honour of the province’s veterans includ-ing Veterans Memorial Highway and the Veterans Memorial Bridge in Lab-rador.

“The naming of this high-way is a great honour for the many veterans who served as peacekeepers with the United Nations and NATO. The sacrifices

made by these veterans since 1949 in Indo-China to present day have been great. The preservation of world peace has come at a very high cost as many Canadians never returned home.” - Garfield Best, President, Canadian Peacekeeping Veterans As-sociation, Newfoundland and LabradorV

TRANSPORTATION cLUB OF mONcTON

APTA Director Highlights Salient Concernsat Moncton Transportation ClubBY GeORGe FULLeRTON

The Transportation Club of Moncton held their October

23 meeting at the Crowne Plaza Motel with Jean Marc Picard, executive direc-tor of the Atlantic Prov-inces Trucking Association (APTA) as guest speaker.

The Transportation Club of Moncton is a non-profit volunteer organization that encourages excellence through fellowship and by promoting all aspects of the transportation indus-tries, while cultivating the mutual and educational interests of its members.

TCM includes members who represent many trans-portation sectors includ-ing air, marine, rail and highway.

In his address, Picard drew on his experiences with the APTA to review, and explain in some de-tail, many of the initiatives that his organization pur-sues and advocates for on a regional, national and international basis.

“The APTA is the voice of the trucking industry in Atlantic Canada, we are the advocacy group making representations to provincial governments on opportunity issues or regulation changes,” ex-plained Picard. Additional-ly, the Association engages with trucking associations across Canada and in the

United States and deals with regulatory agencies on truck transportation issues.

Picard went on to point out other activities of the Association include train-ing LCV drivers, holding charity events, hosting in-dustry award events, driv-ing championships, and a bi-annual truck show.

The focus of Picard’s pres-entation centered on a list of the top issues that the as-sociation will target in the next few years. He began by addressing mandatory entry level training for truck drivers which will com-mand a lot of the Associa-tion’s attention and efforts. He said the current land-scape for driver training is inconsistent, with every province having individual training requirements and individual training schools offering different training curricula. The lack of train-ing consistency, he said, results in the profession remaining a low killed oc-cupation. Achieving stan-dardized training require-ments, conversely, would be a big step in achieving skilled occupation status.

Trucking Associations across the country want to bring structure and con-sistency to training stan-dards and elevate truck driving to a skilled trade status. All provincial truck-ing associations across the

country are working on this issue and lobbying their respective governments.

Electronic Logging De-vices is another high profile issue on the APTA’s task list. Currently the industry standard in the Atlantic Provinces is paper log-ging, even though many carriers have moved to ELDs. Picard reflected on a speaker at their recent AGM who pointed out that ELDs will have a positive impact on the industry, bringing a greater degree of safety, along with increased efficiencies to business operations. Again, lobbying efforts are aimed at provin-cial governments and the Feds in order to standard-ize ELDs right across the country.

Weight and dimensions is another concern that impacts interprovincial operators to a significant degree. Picard represents the Atlantic Provinces on a national task force which meets annually to work toward standardizing truck weight and dimensions. Currently each province regulates weights and di-mensions independently, and as a result equipment that has certain capacity in one province may have different capacity in other provinces. Thus, it be-comes complicated and sometimes costly for carri-ers to operate their equip-

ment in different juris-dictions. Unifying weight and dimensions across the country would bring greater efficiencies to the entire industry, he said.

Rest areas for LCVs is another hot button issue with APTA. Picard said that as LCVs have become increasingly common on our highways the need for adequate rest areas is increasingly apparent. Discussion with provincial governments over the file is received positively, tak-ing into consideration that there are obvious safety concerns if LCVs resort to stopping on highway shoulders or ramps. Picard added that the need for adequate rest area capacity also extends to conven-tional truck configurations.

Picard said the APTA monitors and responds to such concerns as reducing red tape at border cross-ings, and highway tolls are continually in the lexicon of provincial governments. It is important for the As-sociation to maintain a high level of awareness on the subject and to make politicians cognizant of the impact that tolls would have on the industry.

Carbon and Green House Gas issues again will have an impact on trucking and the APTA continues to study related technology and trends.

Marine Atlantic service between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Lab-rador is another concern that garners a lot of atten-tion and lobbying from the trucking industry. He said it is important for the Federal government to understand the critical need of this service and the need for sufficient and sustainable funding.

Highway construction, including ensuring that roundabouts are truck friendly, is another issue the APTA addresses with provincial and municipal governments. Fuel costs and fuel taxes, and their impact on the industry, are additional items that the APTA will monitor and share with politicians.

An overarching plan of action is to remind prov-incial governments of the economic contribution the trucking industry makes

to the regional economy. Trucking is both a major economic driver and sig-nificant employer in the Atlantic region. Picard said three of the largest carriers in Canada are based in New Brunswick, adding that it is important for provincial governments to ensure an economic climate that will enable carriers to operate profitably and efficiently will into the future.

Safety, too, is a perpetual concern for the industry, Picard said, adding that the trucking sector works continually to maintain a high degree of safety. As a measure of the good safety record the industry maintains, he noted a New Brunswick statistic stat-ing that with more than 30,000 trucks operating in the province, less than one percent of traffic ac-cidents involve commercial trucks.V

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Convoy for Hope a Big SuccessBY GeORGe FULLeRTON

Trucking industry volunteers put time and effort into im-

portant fund raising caus-es. Joanne Phillips, key organizer with Convoy for Hope-Atlantic, com-mented that their Sep-tember 24 Convoy from Salisbury Big Stop to Aulac Big Stop was the culmina-tion of a years’ worth of organizational and fund raising activity.

“Our convoy includ-ed thirty units, primar-ily owner-operators who gave their time and fuel to do the Convoy, and addi-tionally put a lot of effort into collecting pledges and dressing up their trucks to support cancer research. The Convoy program also celebrated a number of cancer survivors who par-ticipated in the event,” Phillips said.

Convoy for Hope raises funds for Breast, Colon, Prostrate and Lung cancer research and awareness programs.

Phillips and her core of volunteer supporters con-duct a number of events including BBQ’s and breakfast meetings. They collaborate with other can-cer fundraising events and awareness campaigns. In particular, Convoy for Hope volunteers provid-ed support to Canadian Army Veterans (motor-cycle club), and the Ride for Dad event supporting Prostrate cancer research.

In turn the CAV club brought their support to Convoy for Hope, provid-ing traffic control support. “We had wonderful assist-ance from Salisbury Big Stop and their staff,” said Jo-Anne. “We set up in their renovated parking lot

and also used their newly renovated drivers’ lounge. The manager was on hand during the event and truck judging, and he even took a photographer to the roof for an aerial shot of the decorated trucks. Big Stop also provided a free breakfast for Convoy vol-unteers.”

The Convoy for Hope has a dress up which includes a party atmosphere with awards for costumes and truck decorating. Judging responsibilities rested on a group of eleven can-cer survivors who were on hand to support the convoy. Several survivors shared their stories which

underscored the import-ance of cancer research.

Joanne said the Convoy was very happy to have Minimizer (truck fenders) come on board as a ‘Long Haul Supporter’ and added that an anonymous indi-vidual donation equal to the long haul supporter level was received for the Convoy effort.

Short Haul Sponsors in-cluded East Coast Inter-national, Absolute Traffic Services, Jeramand Truck-ing, Never Enuf Chrome & Detailing, Caisse Popu-laire, and R.D. Read Truck-ing from Sackville, New Brunswick.

P & D Sponsors included

Sears Insurance Limit-ed, MacLellan & Moffatt Group Consultants, CIT Financial, Keltic Transport, Element Financial, and Armour Transport.

Straight Truck sponsors were: Nova Truck Centres, and a special thanks goes to Lounsbury Furniture for the donation of a fridge for use at all Convoy events. The band, “18 Again”, and DJ Brent ‘Bucky’ Buchanan with KISS Music Services was credited for putting on a great show at this year’s convoy.

Joanne Phillips outlined changes for Convoy for Hope Atlantic 2016. “We have made plans to route

our 2016 Convoy from Salisbury Big Stop through the streets of Moncton and end up at the coliseum parking lot. The Convoy route will be about the same length, but we hope the city route will generate more public awareness and participation in our campaign. We are very pleased that the City of Moncton has embraced Convoy’s urban route and have come on board with their support. We will have Moncton RCMP and Fire Departments coming to assist with the Convoy. The 2016 Convoy for Hope - Atlantic is scheduled for August 20, 2016.V

THe ATLANTIc PROVINceS TRUcKING ASSOcIATION (APTA)

APTA Elects New Board & ExecutiveBY GeORGe FULLeRTON

The Atlantic Prov-inces Trucking As-sociation (APTA)

welcomed a new Board of Directors and a new slate of officers to the execu-tive during their Annual General Meeting held on October 14th at the Delta Hotel in Halifax.

Jean-Marc Picard, Execu-tive Director of the APTA, said in a media release, “The new board is a com-bination of experienced industry executives and a new generation of truck-ing industry leaders. The new Board represents all segments of the trucking industry, and carriers of

all sizes.”The new Board of Direc-

tors will serve for 2015 through 2017. The Board of Directors consists of 32 directors; twenty-one from New Brunswick, seven from Nova Scotia, two from both Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland & Labrador.

The Board of Directors executive officers are Chair, Vicki McKibbon – Armour Transportation Systems; Vice Chair, Dave Miller – Armour Transpor-tation Systems; Treasurer, Blair Clark – Classic Freight Systems (2011) Ltd.; Past Chair, Donnie Fillmore Jr. – Atlantic Pacific Trans-

port Ltd.“Vicki McKibbon brings a

great deal of talent to the chair,” commented past chair Donnie Fillmore. “She has an extensive formal business education, and has been working a good number of years as one of the top administra-tors with Armour Trans-portation. I am confident that her leadership skills will serve APTA very well.”

The Full Board of Direc-tors Includes:

Charlie Taylor, Grote Industries (Associated Trades Chair),

Debby Gioia – Elite Fleet,Doug Tingley – Day

& Ross Transportation

Group,Frank Barry – Prince

Freight Lines (PEI),Gerry Dowden – East Can

Transportation Services Ltd. (NL),

Gord Peddle – Atlantica Diversified Transportation Systems (NL),

Jean St. Onge – Midland Transport Limited,

Jean-Marc Desilets – Brookville Carriers,

Jérôme Bossé – Rossignol Transport,

John Cotterill – Clarke Road Transport,

John Doucet – Day & Ross Transportation Group,

Kelly Henderson – Truck-ing Human Resource Sec-tor Council – Atlantic,

Keven Landry – Dynamic Transport Inc.,

Larry McConnell – Mc-Connell Transport Ltd.,

Marcel Godbout – Noel Godbout Transport,

Nancy Callendar – Trail-er Wizards (Associated Trades Vice Chair),

Paul Easson – Eassons Transport Limited,

Paul Fournier – Midland Transport Limited (Safety Council Chair),

Richard Boone – Profes-sional Carriers Inc.,

Ryan MacDonald – Tom MacDonald Trucking Ltd. (Marine Committee Chair),

Robert MacQuarrie – Seaboard / Harmac Trans-portation Group,

Scott Annear – Morley Annear Transport (PEI),

Shane Esson – Midland Transport Limited,

Shawn Collins – Trimac Transportation Service,

Ted Weaire – Shoreland Transport,

Todd Seward – Clarke Road Transport,

Vaughn Sturgeon – At-lantic Diversified Transpor-tation Systems.

The APTA will conduct a full Board of Directors Meeting December 10, 2015 at the Beasejour Hotel in Moncton, and celebrate the industry in the evening with dinner followed by an awards ceremony.V

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Olympics ConvoyBY GeORGe FULLeRTON

Organizers for the Nova Scotia Con-voy for special

Olympics say their Sep-tember 19 Convoy was a great success with 172 trucks parading the streets of Dartmouth and Eastern Passage and raising more than $76,000 for the Spe-cial Olympics program. Special Olympics provides athletic and social pro-grams for people with intellectual disabilities.

Convoy coordinator, Anne Marie Shannon, said good weather and support from countless volunteers made it a very special day. In addition to drivers and trucking companies, the volunteer list included law enforcement personnel from the Halifax Regional Police, the RCMP, and of-ficers from Cape Breton, New Glasgow, Kentville and New Minas who helped with traffic control at intersections along the convoy route.

It takes quite a parking lot to form a 172-truck parade, and again CFB Shearwater supported the convoy with parking, con-voy staging, and hosting ceremonies around the Convoy.

“Shearwater makes this event possible” said Anne Marie. “For the second year we were hosted in the TEME building which houses Shearwater’s main transportation team. Sar-gent Michael Beauparlant has a relative in our pro-grams and he offers up his personal and professional support to make this event happen. Our lead logistical team member is also an

employee at Shearwater, and the Base Commander was also on hand to ac-cept a plaque marking their support. Everyone at Shearwater goes above and beyond for the event, even enlisting their AV Department. They also provide tables and chairs, manpower and above all kindness. They are truly like family to us.”

The ceremonies included entertainment by award winning musician Charlie A’Court.

In addition to drivers and transportation company staff getting involved in gathering pledges, the Convoy also relies on sponsors to get the tires rolling. The 2015 list in-cluded Irving Oil as the Presenting Sponsor. CTV, Auto & Trucking Atlan-tic and FX101.9 were on board as media sponsors. Silver Sponsors included Clearwater, Hull Transport, Nova Truck Centres and East Coast International. Trucker Buddy sponsors are O’Regans and Mac-Leod Lorway Insurance Group, with additional sponsorship coming from Work Authority Corpora-tion.

Again this year, the His-tory Channel’s Ice Road Truckers celebrity, Alex Debogorski, spent four days in the Halifax region making public appear-ances for the Convoy and serving as Master of Cere-monies for the Convoy event.

“All the Convoy drivers enjoyed seeing Alex and getting their photo taken with him” said Anne Marie. “He is such a kind soul, he

takes time for each and every person.”

Debogorski’s public ap-pearances included a meet and greet for professional drivers, with Irving Oil at their Irving Big Stop in Enfield. The day prior to the Convoy he did a live radio remote, and then vis-ited sponsors’ businesses, including East Coast Inter-national, Nova Enterprises, as well as the Top Fund-raising Team - Midland Transport.

Leonard Wilson from TDR Transport was lead truck in the convoy, with accumulated pledges of almost $2,500. The lead team was from Bluewater Agencies, raising over $3,000 for Special Olym-pics.

“We had approximately 35 athletes ride along with drivers in their trucks. It was so wonderful to see so many companies truly em-brace our athletes. There were numerous gestures of kindness like putting athletes’ names on their doors, providing match-ing company shirts and hats, and small gift bags of treasures from their local community. It was truly a moving gesture by so many participants,” com-mented Anne Marie.

“This year I had the op-portunity to ride along in the convoy,” Anne Marie continued. “I was speech-less to see so many families lining the streets to cheer on the drivers and the ath-letes. We were trending on Twitter and had over 7,000 views to our website on Convoy day. Our peak Fa-cebook weekly reach was over 28,000 and 21,000 on convoy day. This year we implemented a mobile giv-ing campaign that raised an additional $1,025, but most importantly, it en-gaged our fans in a way that they felt connected to the event.”

In March, 2016, Nova Scotia Special Olympics will be taking a team of 63 athletes, coaches and volunteers to Newfound-land as part of Team Nova Scotia.V

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HeALTH & FITNeSS

Rest Easy: 5 Ways to Get Better Sleep TonightBY DR. GeORGe I. TRAITSeS

It’s one thing to fall asleep; it’s another to stay asleep all night

and even another to enjoy a full night of peaceful, re-storative sleep that gives your body and mind an appropriate setting to re-pair, recharge and renew.

Too many Canadians don’t get enough sleep and when they do, it’s often interrupted or punc-tuated by constant toss-ing and turning. That’s bad news from a health perspective, both in the short and long term. Ac-cording to the Division of Sleep Medicine at Har-vard Medical School, “a lack of adequate sleep can af fect judgment, mood, ability to learn and retain information, and may increase the risk of serious accidents and injury. In the long term, chronic sleep depriva-tion may lead to a host of health problems in-cluding obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even early mortality [death].”

Suffice it to say that sleep is a big deal, which makes ensuring you get enough sleep of prime importance. Here are five ways you can get better sleep tonight and every night thereafter. 1. Wind Down: Transi-tion from your busy, hec-tic day at least an hour before bed so you’re not up half the night. Stress and sleep are bad part-ners, to say the least, so your pre-sleep routine should emphasize calm-ness and relaxation. Take a bath or shower, listen to soft music or meditate –

whatever it takes for you to leave your stress-filled day behind you (at least until morning). 2. E x e r c i s e E a r l y : Physical activity has plen-tiful health benefits, but if you work out before bed, it can make sleep dif-ficult. On the other hand, exercising first thing in the morning will make sleeping at night easier because your body will be fatigued after a long day. Exercising right before bed can leave you amped up, sore and/or unable to settle in for a long, relax-ing night’s rest. 3. Shut the Fridge: Put police tape around the fridge after dinner and you’ll likely get better sleep because your inabil-ity to pursue late-night eating (cheating) will let your body relax and doze off. The premise is simple, if you think about it: The body is a factory, process-ing and burning food all day. If the factory doesn’t close for the evening, it keeps on processing – and you stay awake while it does. Try eating a cheeseburger and fries an hour before bed; your eyes may feel sleepy, but your stomach will stay wide awake – and so will you. 4. Timing is Everything: Ever heard of a circadian rhythm? As sleep goes, it’s our body’s internal “clock” and it runs on a 24-hour schedule. To maximize restorative sleep, regulate your in-ternal clock by going to sleep and waking up at around the same time every night and morning, respectively. It might be

difficult to go to sleep on a regular schedule because of various factors, but you can usually control when you wake up – it’s just a matter of willing yourself out of bed. 5. Don’t Push It: One of the worst habits of chronically poor sleepers is the tendency to push it; to stay up longer than

the body is willing. Some-times that’s unavoidable, but too often Canadians spend hour after late-night hour glued to the television (or these days, the computer), fighting off sleep and suffering the consequences. When the body says rest, listen and go to bed. You’ll be thankful you did.

Talk to your doctor of chiropractic about these and other simple ways to enjoy better sleep natur-ally.

For more information on health and safety please visit www.toy-ourhealth.com and the Ontar io Chiropract ic Association Web site at www.chiropractic.on.ca

or call 877.327.2273. Dr. George I. Traitses of In-finite Health practices traditional chiropractic, advanced nutrition and anti-aging therapy. He has been serving the Toronto and Markham communities since 1981. You can reach him at 416.499.5656 or www.infinite-health.com.V

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Behind the Scenes of a Rebrand

BY BRUce OUTRIDGe

Many think that r e b r a n d i n g a business is

about changing a website or creating a new logo, but the fact is that much more work goes into a rebrand and much of it is behind the scenes. The background work consists of things like deciding who will be your new target market, or how will the business grow? Then there are the reviews of financial records, exam-ination of data, and the planning of the future. These are the basics and can take days, weeks, or even months. You may have many people in-volved in the process such as accountants, lawyers, bankers, or just yourself.

The hardest part of a rebrand is the emotional baggage that comes with it. If you are starting a business it can be one of the most exciting times of your life. If you are leav-ing an industry that you love it can be very hard to make the change. Ques-tions arise such as are you making the correct move? Will you be successful in the new lane you have chosen? This is an emo-tional exercise that can take a big toll on business

owners and requires a lot of thought.

It doesn’t matter the size of your business that is rebranding or how suc-cessful it is. You will take the same steps and go through the same emo-tional challenges. Maybe you are going from driver to becoming an owner operator. Maybe you are leaving an old industry to enter a new industry with a host of new exciting opportunities? There will be an exciting time and there may also be some thoughts pulling at your strings as to whether you are making the correct choice. These are all com-mon thoughts and import-ant to acknowledge for the new person.

So why am I talking about rebranding? As we come closer to the end of the year many start looking at goals for next year. Part of those goals may be a change in busi-ness focus and I thought it would be a good way to end the year by getting you to think about your business and where that may be going.

This is also a personal message for me as I have been going through my own rebranding at this time with our fiscal year ending October 31st. We had to make some ser-ious decisions for our business. With a num-ber of businesses on the go, some are performing better than others. After spending time in an in-dustry for over 30 years I wanted to make sure any decisions would be made with common sense and objectively.

We hired a branding coach to get a set of out-side eyes as to where

we are as a brand. We waited until year end to look at the numbers for the business and made an educated decision based on facts. As we looked into all of those issues, and undertook numer-ous thought processes, it became clear that one of our businesses is tak-

ing double the time and money to run while bring-ing in less income than the other.

Looking forward to where we want to go in the future, we have decided to focus on our other division, therefore moving on to a smaller business. We will still be

involved in the industry but on a smaller scale. So as we move forward with our rebrand and new op-portunities we wish you all the best with your new ventures for the new year and beyond. Who knows what the future holds.

From our fami ly to yours, I would like to

wish you a happy holiday season.

Bruce Outridge is a trans-portation consultant with 30 years of experience and author of the books Run-ning By The Mile and Driv-en to Drive. To learn more about Bruce and his work visit his website at www.outridgeenterprises.ca.V

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TRANSPORT FOR cHRIST

The Meaning of the Virgin Birth of Christ

BY cHAPLAIN LeN ReImeR

The virgin birth of Jesus is foretold in the Old Testament.

The prophet Isaiah writes in (NAS) Is. 7:14; “there-fore the Lord Himself will give you a sign; Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son, and she will call His name Im-manuel.”

Virgin, here, means a woman who is pure and virtuous, who has not been intimate with a man. In the New Testament we discover that the virgin

birth is fulfilled. The pas-sage in Luke 2: 1-7 teaches that Jesus of heaven, the Son of God, was miracu-lously born through Mary without the agency of a man, and conceived by the Holy Spirit so that Jesus Christ could literally be said to be the Son of God on earth (although He was already-and forever-the Son of God in heaven, be-fore He was born to Mary).

Mary was human, and she loved Jesus as all good mothers do - willing to do anything she could to protect the child she had raised from infancy. And on the hill of Golgotha, as Jesus was about to be crucified, a small group of people gathered at the foot of the hill to watch. In that group was Mary, His human mother. To prevent Jesus’ death all she had to do in that moment was step forward and say, “No, He is not the Son of God; he is the son of Joseph. Do

not kill him. I remember the night in some secluded place when Joseph and I first came together. This Jesus is not the son of God!”

But Mary stood there and watched her Son die because she knew in her heart that the charge against Him was true; He

was the Son of God. There is no other explanation for His birth. She had heard the announcement from the angel. She had been there on that glorious night when He came into the world unexplained in human terms. He was the Son of God, and she watched Him die for what

she knew was true. No loving mother could ever have done that had she not known the truth of the matter.

As we consider all these things, we realize the mir-acle that occurred in Beth-lehem needs to occur in our hearts as well. There must be a nativity in every

human heart - the Perfect coming to dwell within the imperfect - for we cannot give birth to Him, or to His goodness, on our own ef-forts. We need Him to en-ter our lives miraculously, still and quiet, as He did on that Bethlehem morning.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!V

mINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION

Fallen Soldiers Honoured Along Highway of Heroes

Ontario is hon-ouring fallen Can-adian soldiers by

planting trees along the Highway of Heroes.

In partnership with For-ests Ontario and Highway of Heroes Tribute, one tree will be planted along Highway 401 between Trenton and Toronto for every soldier who has fall-

en serving Canada since Confederation – a total of 117,000 trees.

In addition to honouring Canadian service mem-bers, the project will pro-vide additional benefits by increasing canopy cover, erosion control, wind breaks, pollinator spe-cies and greening along portions of Highway 401.

Planting is expected to begin in spring 2016 and take approximately five years to complete. To launch the project, a cere-monial tree will be planted at each end of the Highway of Heroes: at CFB Trenton, where the highway begins, and outside the Coroner’s Office at Keele Street in Toronto, where it ends.

QUIcK FAcTS

Highway 401 between Glen Miller Road in Tren-ton and Keele Street in Toronto is recognized as the Highway of Heroes, representing the final jour-ney of Canadian men and women who died in ser-vice to their country and was dedicated on August 24, 2007.V

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Fleet Management Systems have pro-gressively evolved

over time, providing a wealth of information de-tailing operating proced-ures and related informa-tion. While most favour the efficiency and accuracy they provide, not everyone shares that opinion. Some drivers I spoke with are dead-set against them, claiming they are little more than devices to spy on drivers. Critics claim that if employers trust their drivers with expensive units, they should trust them to arrive at their delivery points on time as well without monitoring their every move.

More supportive drivers commented here on their benefits when asked the question, “How do fleet management systems as-sist drivers?”

WES GOVIER is a re-tired industry stakeholder: “I think they are a good thing in that they make the driver more accountable for what he is doing. If they have done something wrong then the company has the chance to correct it before it gets out of hand. On the safety side of the industry fleet management systems are a really good thing.”

TIM TINGEY works for GRW based in New Lis-keard: “Like most compan-ies we are on electronic logs which helps out the driver a lot. We don’t run over our hours using the system. We also aren’t being pushed as hard. You log in and log out and you’re finished, and it takes just seconds. Before, paperwork and logs took much longer. I think they are a saving grace for driv-ers. A lot of companies are using logs and it’s a good thing.”

STEWART MCBAIN, a retired driver, had this to say: “They are quite useful in that they keep track of people. Also, if a driver runs into a problem fleet management software can work positively for them. It also helps, I think, to keep everyone honest.”

MIKE HAMEL is Driver Trainer for Day Construc-tion: “Fleet Management Systems are great mon-itoring tool. With 250 trucks at our outfit it would be a nightmare without them. Because drivers know there is a tamper-proof black box driver per-formance has improved and speeds have really decreased. The system, too, monitors hard brak-ing, so by calling drivers on their braking they are aware that we can observe their driving behaviour. This encourages them to drive more defensively. As well, 90 percent of drivers are in favour of electronic log books because you can’t cheat them. Once the hours of service have ex-pired the driver has to shut down, no matter what.”V

From the

Driver’s SeatBY: mAReK KRASUSKImarek@woodwardpublishing .com

Fleet Management Systems

HeALTHY LIVING

The Tomato – A Versatile “Vegetable”

BY BReNDA RIcKeR

What would I do without toma-toes! This is a

sentiment shared by count-less cooks around the world. Indeed, the tomato features in recipes of many cultures. Home gardeners grow it more than any other food.

But is it a fruit or vege-table? Botanically the to-mato is a fruit because it is a berry containing seeds. However, most people think of it as a vegetable as it is

usually eaten with the main course of a meal. Cold tem-peratures impair the flavor of tomatoes, so do not store them in the refrigerator. Tomatoes are good for you. They contain vitamins A, C, and E, as well as potassium, calcium, and mineral salts. They are also an excel-lent source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.

There are a number of types of tomatoes, red clas-sic, tiny cherry, plum, beef-steak, heritage varieties and of course the green. All to-matoes add their distinctive flavors and color to a huge range of delicious vege-tables, eggs, meat and fish.

Each cook has his or her own tomato recipes from quick and colorful appetiz-ers with overlapping slices

of tomato, mozzarella cheese and avocado sprin-kled with olive oil dressing. Greek salads are made with chunks of tomato, cucum-

ber, feta cheese, black olives and red onion; Mexican salsa with chopped tomato, onion, green chillies, and coriander mixed together

with a little lemon juice. You can also prepare a simple yet tasty tomato sauce for pasta, or add to a delicious sandwich.

Add the versatile tomato to your diet, they are easy to find.

I can be reached at health_you_deserve@ yahoo.ca.V

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