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U.S. Inflation Accelerates to 3.7% as Rising Fuel Costs Put Pressure on Canadian Truckers
Rising American inflation, driven largely by surging gasoline prices, could create new challenges for Canadian trucking companies operating across the border.
October 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleOntario Developing New Training Requirements for Truck Drivers: What It Means for the Trucking Industry
Ontario plans to introduce a standardized training curriculum for aspiring commercial truck drivers, with more than 103 hours of instruction aimed at improving road safety, strengthening driver qualifications and raising training standards across the province.
October 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleInflation Is Driving Up Trucking Costs in Canada: What It Means for Carriers, Drivers and Shippers
Rising diesel prices, higher operating expenses and growing pressure on freight rates are reshaping Canada's trucking industry, forcing carriers to rethink how they manage costs and remain competitive.
October 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleCanada Loses 68,000 Jobs in September: What the Latest Employment Numbers Mean for the Trucking Industry
A weakening labour market raises concerns about freight demand, carrier profitability and employment opportunities across Canada's transportation sector.
October 9, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleGold Is Surging. What Does That Mean for Canadian Truckers?
Gold prices have climbed to unprecedented levels, increasing the value of one of Canada’s major exports and putting the country’s mining sector in the spotlight.
October 2, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleDiesel Shock Hits Canadian Truckers as Fuel Costs Push Up Freight Prices
Canada’s trucking industry is facing a sharp increase in fuel costs, putting pressure on carriers and raising concerns about higher prices for goods across the country.
October 2, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleGold Holds Above $4,000 as Investors Weigh Inflation and Rate Outlook
Spot gold rose about 0.2% to $4,165.29 an ounce, while U.S. gold futures gained 0.4% to $4,202.30. The move came despite a sharp pullback in September, when gold prices fell roughly 6%.
October 2, 2026 · 5 min read
Read articleCanada’s Economic Momentum Runs Out of Steam
Canada’s economic momentum hit a pause in July, with real gross domestic product essentially unchanged after three consecutive months of growth, raising fresh questions about the strength of the recovery heading into the second half of the year
September 30, 2026 · 5 min read
Read article Equipment FinancingHot Shot Trucking in Canada: Complete Guide for Beginners
Learn everything you need to know before starting a hot shot trucking business in Canada, including trucks, trailers, licensing, insurance, costs, regulations, freight, taxes, and profitability.
September 29, 2026 · 5 min read
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