Canada’s National Truck Show

Owned and produced by: Truck World Show Partnership,
Head Office / Show Manager’s Office: 5353 Dundas Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, ON, M9B 6H8
Telephone: (416) 510-6827
www.truckworld.ca

TOP 5 REASONS TO ATTEND TRUCK WORLD

See New Products

Discover the latest trucks trailers, engine, parts, technology…among our 500+ exhibitors.

Build Relationships

Engage with industry professionals, ask questions and get your team investigating solutions on the show floor.

Keep On Top Of Trends

Learn about emerging technologies, industry trends, best practices and ideas from exhibitors that can give your company an important edge.

Find Your Next Job

Attending Truck World could lead you to your next career path. Meet over 75 potential employers seeking drivers and other industry professionals

Save Time And Minimize Costs

Research, compare and connect with various vendors under one roof. Walk the floor to get a snapshot of the latest and greatest products and technology the trucking industry has to offer.

When

Thursday, April 18, 2024 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday, April 19, 2024 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, April 20, 2024 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Where

The International Centre, Toronto (Mississauga)
6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON, L4V 1E8

Exhibitors

500 + and 5 exhibit halls

Cost to attend

Truck World is a trade/industry event. Members of the public interested in a career in trucking are welcome to attend. Admission is $10 if registered before 6:00 pm, April 20, 2022 (at www.truckworld.ca) or $20 at the door – cash only. *Visit the Truck World website to verify.

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Coordinated by the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada, this initiative aims to bridge the gap by offering 200 hours of training to 54 participants. The participants will be trained to obtain a license for operating either a tractor-trailer or a straight truck.

Currently, women make up a mere 4.3% of all Canadian drivers, with only 2% being truckers in Ontario. Premier Doug Ford has expressed his desire to see these numbers rise, and this investment is a step in that direction.

With this program in place, Ontario is taking a proactive approach to breaking down barriers and creating more opportunities for individuals from underrepresented groups to succeed in the trucking industry.

“This innovative program will help break down barriers to attract more women into the trucking industry,” Ford said in a statement. “As we build Ontario, we’re going to need all hands on deck. That’s why our government is working hard to ensure that all skilled occupations are more accessible and welcoming for women and all underrepresented groups.”

The province is taking steps to address obstacles faced by individuals by offering financial assistance. Through this program, participants can receive up to $4,500 in reimbursements for childcare and other essential living expenses. This includes up to $1,000 for transportation and childcare support, $300 for equipment, and a $400 weekly allowance.

Moreover, the training program not only focuses on acquiring the necessary skills for obtaining a license but also covers additional areas such as forklift operation, defensive driving, workplace violence and harassment, and human trafficking awareness. Upon completion, the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada will assist graduates in securing employment opportunities.

“Truckers are the everyday heroes who keep the wheels of our economy turning, and we need to ensure more people have a chance to explore these purpose-driven careers,” Monte McNaughton, minister of labor, immigration, training, and skills development, said in a statement. “I was proud to make Ontario the first province in Canada to guarantee truckers the right to access washrooms, and our government will continue to invest in training to ensure everyone in our community gets a shot at earning bigger paychecks for themselves and their families.”

Source: LandLine

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Photo: KAG Canada

Meet Crystal Rendall, the fearless truck driver who faces treacherous roads and blazing flames head-on. As a driver for KAG Canada, she braves the harshest of weather conditions to deliver essential supplies to remote communities.

From navigating icy roads in the winter to managing wildfire sites in the summer, Rendall fearlessly charges into some of the most challenging environments.

“Everybody thinks I’m nuts for doing it,” said Rendall.

Rendall is a lifelong resident of Wetaskiwin who has worked as a school bus driver for over a decade. However, after driving a friend’s truck, she discovered a passion for operating these massive machines.

After obtaining her Class 1 license, she has traveled all over western Canada, including British Columbia, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories, hauling vital materials like jet fuel during natural disasters like the recent wildfires in Fort McMurray.

Rendall recalls her experiences, like being covered in fire retardant while delivering supplies to firefighters in BC and driving through intense smoke and flames to bring aid to those in Edson threatened by the blazes.

Despite the dangers, Rendall has found immense fulfillment in her new career as a truck driver, always ready to tackle new challenges and help her community.

“I love being able to go and deliver and to see all this stuff and help out.”

During the winter season, Rendall experiences a unique sight as she drives her truck across ice roads, specifically the renowned Winter Road in Yellowknife, N.W.T. The scenery consists of vast slick white and blue ice sheets that extend endlessly, while she drives for extended periods at around 25 to 30 kilometers per hour. These routes are accessible for only a short period, typically a few weeks, when the ice is strong enough to carry the weight of the trucks.

“You’ve got to have warm clothes and be prepared for anything. I was changing air lines, one time, at minus 64 (degree) weather,” she said.

As a female fuel driver, Rendall understands firsthand the difficulties of the job, despite its picturesque vistas. She often faces underestimation from others but remains a resilient and capable professional.

“Being a woman in this industry, in the trucking industry, it’s hard to because you’re constantly proving yourself, or you feel like you’ve got to prove (yourself).”

“And even to this day, you know, it’s, ‘driving trucks is a man’s thing,’” she said.

Rendall is fortunate enough to have a family who supports and encourages her and her career.

“I’ve got an awesome husband that stays at home. (…) I’m gone for two months, so he holds down the fort. But my family is there; they’re supportive. They love what I do. The grandkids (say), ‘There’s Grandma and her truck!’”

She is also thankful for a support system of good friends.

“If it (weren’t) for my friends Kelly Sprague, Collin Candy and others I have met along the way at the beginning, I wouldn’t be like I am. They taught me lots about winter driving and to never give up,” she said.

For women interested in joining the industry, Randall’s advice is simple: go for it.

“Don’t be scared of it.”

“But you’ve got to have strength; you’ve got to have willpower; you’ve got to be able to not let those men bring you down. Stand strong.”

Source: Bashaw Star

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