Dave brings 40 years of valuable and interesting experience in transportation, management, safety, business and compliance. Dave has driven in every condition across North America and overseas as Military, Police, Company Driver to an Owner Operator to transportation management. Now our Celebrity Editor Publisher of Canadian Trucking Magazine bringing you articles and entertainment in print and on the web. Join Dave on Face Book for real time updates and meet at your favorite stop or truck show! Be Happy to say Hi and maybe get a picture or two. See you July 19th @ Headingley Husky MB !
Front cover this month the lovely Brittney a Super Model from Winnipeg MB. Big Thank-you to Brandi Donald ~ Stylist Service Manager @ CHATTERS 1594 Regent Ave W Wpg MB for the great job on June’s Cover & Centerfold Brittney’s hair. Again CHATTERS supports Trucking and is providing a basket for the silent auction on the 19th @ the Canadian Trucking Show. Let’s support them! Back to Brittney our Cover, and what she does for us truckers. Brittney is an Independent Distributor for “It Works!” that sells health & Beauty products. We all know I am beautiful enough so how does Brittney fit in? I am currently 50 lbs over weight with all that good truck stop food, so I am going to use her products to rid me of those pounds and report the progress to you. I always enjoy being the genni pig for my readers and trying products first so I can recommend them to you proven and tried. Starting July I am going to continue eating unhealthy as I do and also enjoy those great spots I report on whilst taking Brittney’s products and see if they work! Brittney will be at the show on the 19th with her stuff.
Talking about testing, read the story by Howard McAfee on Page 32 about Xp3 and what it did for him! This awesome product is fast becoming NA most wanted product bu O/O’s because of it’s amazing fuel savings. Looking forward to seeing all of you out @ the Canadian Trucking Show and Fergus for those ON fans that can’t make MB on the 19th and our BC fans @ TRUXPO 2014! In the Web Edition I will write more and it won’t be info commercial. Did you know CTM now has over 12,000 fans on facebook and our digital magazine has hit 88,000 readers a month! I have more content for you in the digital copy. See more in the digital magazine and the next few pages, digital dose not limit the amount of good stuff we can provide you! Read On !!!!!
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Okay I have some great articles with information important to our industry in the Web Edition but here I have some News from the Road. First next to us here the crew from First Class Training Centre at the Convoy last year with a stellar showing of thier trucks. 2014 First Class is talking about 9 yea “9” Trucks in the Convoy, now that’s outstanding! That deserves a banner at the bottom of this page to put out a challenge to all the other companies out there, that if First Class can put in 9, others should match or beat that. Let’s make the 2014 Convoy the World’s Largest right in Canada in Manitoba on September 6th. July 19th @ Headingley MB @ the Dog is a Pre Convoy Party @ the CanadianTrucking Show. Good time to come down meet the organizers and maybe some athletes, pick up a pledge form and make a difference on the 6th of September while participating in one of the greatest Convoy Events you will never forget. Confirmed at the July 19th Show is the BOBCATZ again, live band with Awesome music and a famous DJ playing all day long kicking it off at 10am my friends from Whisky Bent an awesome band. This Event is No Charge to anyone to attend or bring a truck, Car or motorcycle too.
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Pictured above Dave with April CTM in his hand where you can find a copy to enjoy with your great food @ the 57 Chev Cafe on Transport RD in Wpg MB Canada open for Breakfast & Lunch with Great food warm smiles!
The “CHIEF”, Lyle Ladouceur puts in his last day this month at the USDA Inspection at Pembina ND. Anyone military knows what a Chief is and Lyle is one awesome guy with a great laugh. Have to keep going back to the Canadian Trucking Show on the 19th because with all the shows I take in every year and the ones I have been a part of for the last 28 years this Show in Central Canada may be Western Canada’s Biggest Truck Show the way it is sizing up. As CTM is meant to be fun and entertaining, so is our shows. We think having a dunk tank with “Dunk the Recruiter”, maybe put some of our past CTM Gals in there too is great FUN! Bring a few dollars with you for the silent auction full of great prizes and the Vets cooking smokies Dogs all these proceeds going to the Special Olympics MB at the Convoy! Need to thank in advance my Brothers and Sisters from the TriService Military Veterans Association for doing traffic and volunteering at the show. They will be the ones in the Leather Vests.Please help them help us have an awesome show. There will be Slides and Bouncers and Face painting for the kids with clowns and balloons, and Hooters, hope to see you all there. I like to say again thanks for reading CTM and I look forward to hearing from you than about you. Be safe my friends! Happy Trails.....
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Querel Trailers has the Xp3 you all have been looking for. Pictured above, Bruce Querel, at Querel Trailers with the new Xp3 stand. His experience in this industry and testing Xp3 told him this is a product to stand behind and offer to his customers. This is a CTM favorite as Bruce has put an article in CTM in the past and more in the future I hope as he is in my opinion the trailer expert. Not only how they are built and what is junk and what not, but what you can legally use and what you should be using. Querel Trailers has been providing contractors, road builders, forestry professionals and long haulers with quality new and used semi-trailers for over seven years. With +35 years trailer sales experience behind it, Querel Trailers has the industry expertise needed to ensure its customers get top-quality products at reasonable prices. Querel's Trailers has a large inventory to choose from. The company stocks 50, 55 and 60 tonne lowbeds, C/W Jeeps and boosters, tandem steel and aluminum end dumps with box liners, tri-axle steel and aluminum end dumps and mechanical detaches.
You might not be pulling one of these now, but I bet you know someone who is. Querel also specializes in the forest industry. Through its manufacturers, the company has a wide range of pulp trailers including tandems, tri-axles and super Bs. Querel also has storage trailers and storage containers for sale. Querel is based in Manitoba, but can and does provide service across the country thanks to unrestricted territorial agreements with manufacturers. As part of its commitment to service, Querel will deliver trailers to its customers' home place of business, anywhere between Ontario and British Columbia. Querel staff offers extensive product and industry knowledge meaning an informed comparison can be done right in the shop. Not only will they provide everything a customer needs to know about the trailer and its components, but Querel staff is well-versed in regulation requirements and restrictions so customers can make sure they leave with the right purchase. Querel Trailers comes backed by a solid reputation that makes the company name synonymous with quality products and exceptional service. This is where I go to!
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By Dawn Truell ~ CBS ~
Travelling Cross Border With Pets?
Our summer holiday season has arrived; as we begin making our plans for travel with our families, many of us bring along our pets because they are an important part of our family and we choose not to leave them behind. Often we wonder what if any are the requirements when we cross the borders in or out of Canada and the U.S.A. or even Internationally. When crossing any border point travelling by land whether you are in a motorhome or car the same rules apply for both Canada and U.S.A. All pets are subject to heath, quarantine, agriculture and wildlife requirements according to the guidelines set out by Animal Plant Health Inspection Service, Center for Animal Welfare and the CDC Center for Disease Control. Dogs: must be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days prior to entry, except for puppies younger than 3 months. A dog with an unexpired health certificate meets these requirements. These requirements apply to service dogs as well. Unfortunately if you do not comply your dog must be placed into confinement for 30 days (takes that long for the vaccination to take effect) and you have to sign a confinement agreement. For air travel you must have a certain sized dog carrier according to the guidelines of the specific airline, they are all different so please contact your air carrier for specific size details. Only small dogs are allowed in the cabin on plane confined to a soft-sided airline approved carrier. Medium to large dogs must go in the cargo section with baggage in an airline approved hard shell carrier. 10
Cats: subject to inspection at ports of entry, if they appear to be ill they may be denied entry and subject to further examination by a licensed Vet at owner’s expense may be required at port of entry. Cats are not required to have proof of rabies vaccination . For air travel cats also have to be confined to a small soft-sided airline approved carrier in cabin. Cats and Dogs that are being imported into Hawaii will be quarantined for 130 days. Birds: you must fill out a USDA Import Permit, provide current health certificate by licensed Vet, must quarantine the bird for 30 days at owner’s expense in a USDA animal import center.
Horses: You will need a completed and signed by Equine Vet a Veterinary Health Certificate valid for 30 days, form HA1964 and a Coggins Test valid for 6 months. Be prepared to show documentation that your horse will only be in U.S.A. or Canada for a short period of time. When transporting any pet do not use bedding such as hay, straw, grass or other natural bedOne more topic that I get asked freding as they are not allowed due to harboring quently, travelling with children: various plant pests. If your children have passports please bring them with you (to obtain a passport please go to passport.gc.ca, all passports issued after July 1, 2013 are now ePassports which are digital chip equipped), if not a valid birth certificate is required. Parents who share custody of their children carry copies of legal custody documents. If the other parent is not travelling with you, or if you are travelling with minors for whom you are not the parent or legal guardian, we recommend you carry a letter of consent authorizing you to take the child on the trip. For information regarding anything Exotic animals are a whole other mentioned in this article or information on the ball game so you will need to contact the fight against smuggling, terrorism, C-TPAT, CDC for those regulations. FAST, PIP please contact When travelling by Air with your pets Dawn Truell you must fill out a Canadian International Health Cross Border Services Certificate, issued by CFIA and you can print a 905-973-9136 copy of this form on inspection.gc.ca website. dawntruell@gmail.com Requirements listed above are the same. www.crossborderservices.org Just in case you were wondering www.c-tpat-certified.com. about food restrictions I thought that I would Note from Dave! throw that topic in as well. If You must declare all food prod- you see suspicious activity, persons asking ucts; failure to do so can result in up to you for a ride across the border in your vehicle, a loose lipped driver talking about smug$10,000 in fines and penalties. Restricted gling loads of weapons or drugs, do us all a items include meats, fruits, vegetables, big favour and contact authorities. Try to get plants, soil, and products made from animal as much information as possible without beor plant materials. coming involved and shut these bad guys down. They are bad for our business.
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TAT and WIT Pilot Program to Combat Human Trafficking By; Ellen Voie CAE, President/CEO Women in Trucking
Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) and Women in Trucking (WIT) are looking for 25 women drivers to participate in a three-month pilot program handing out lip balm with a special message on them to girls and women who might be human trafficking victims. “We are excited to see our partnership with WIT move to the next level, and truly believe this campaign has great potential to reach victims with the help they so desperately need," says Kendis Paris, TAT executive director. Women, by virtue of their gender, often have greater opportunity to interact with and show compassion to minors and adult women (away from their pimps and without suspicion), who may be the victims of forced prostitution.
This interaction may occur in public restrooms at truck stops or travel plazas, in a hotel/motel lobby, at a laundromat or even in a restaurant.
That interaction, either via the message on the lip balm (if the girl is able to act on it) or the phone call a driver makes -- if human trafficking is suspected -- could directly lead to victim rescue. A similar program in Kentucky resulted in a spike of victim calls to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC) at 1-888-3737-888 requesting help. To harness this potential for female interaction, TAT and WIT are launching this threemonth pilot to run from July 7-Sept. 30, 2014. If successful, the program has the potential to expand across the United States with an unlimited number of drivers participating.
Participating drivers in the pilot will be responsible to hand out specially printed lip balms to those they think might be human trafficking victims and to engage them in conversation, if that is possible.
At the end of each interaction, participating drivers will need to write down specific data regarding the exchange, as well as report potential human trafficking situations to the NHTRC. An online training webinar for the 25 women will take place on June 24, 2014 from 5:30-6:30 CST. It will cover how to approach and interact with potential victims as well as understand the field data that needs to be documented after each exchange.
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If you’re interested and care about taking advantage of the key role you can play as a female driver in reaching out to girls and women forced into the sex industry, please call 920-737-9490 or email lana@womenintrucking.org. 2014.
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www.womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482 Ellen Voie CAE, President/CEO
Note from Dave~~ If you are a women in trucking support those who support you, call WIT today.
Women In Trucking was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as sixteen percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Daimler Truck NA, Frito-Lay North America, Want More CTM ~ Visit the CTM Great Dane Trailers, Hyundai Translead Expanded Web Edition @ and Walmart. Follow WIT www.canadiantruckingmagazine.ca
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More Jokes to make you laugh, share with your friends! See more on the CTM Expanded Web Edition
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By Howard McAphee, OTR O/O Provincial Grand Champion National Truck Driving Champion
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Carolynne Miss May CTM Xp3’d me at the RoadKing Truck Stop in Calgary AB, Canada.
I put the juice in my tanks and noticed the power change right off, I pulled Scott Lake Hill, hit bottom at 100k and went over top at 85k, and just split to direct at botom because running 3.55 rears in my Pete. Never dropped below 1300 what a major diffference. Then unbelivable I got 8.48 mpg pulling fully loaded tri from Winnipeg MB to Dead Man’s Flats. Canada is now starting to see more truck drivers and owner operators smiling and feeling better about their businesses after they experience first-hand benefits of the new Xp3 Fuel Enhancer. Xp3 is a non-petroleum based, biodegradable blend of synthetic resins and organic compounds engineered to maximize the full potential of diesel by providing a more complete combustion of the fuel. It improves fuel economy, reduces soot, pollution and toxic emissions, safely and completely disperses water into a burnable fuel, lubricates and cleans injectors, removes sludge and carbon deposits, 32
provides cold weather protection against gelling and waxing, improves pour point, protects against corrosion, stabilizes fuel, provides antialgae protection, is an effective biocide, extends engine life and reduces maintenance costs including extended oil change intervals, contains no abrasive, toxic or harmful compounds and does not void engine manufacturer’s warranties. By enhancing the fuel’s combustion properties, Xp3 extracts more efficiency and power out of every combustion stroke, a more complete burn equals more power generated. This means better performance, less unburnt hydrocarbons and toxic emissions, improved DPF regen cycles, reduced DEF consumption and increased fuel economy. Dating back to 1989, Xp3 was created by Xp Lab Inc., in San Diego, CA to treat and enhance bunker fuels used in ocean freighters and marine ships. Today, Xp3 is currently sold in over 27 countries through appointed Master Distributors. In January 2014, Repstar Agencies Inc., a multi-line manufacturer’s rep firm from Ile Des Chenes, MB secured Master Distribution rights to Xp3 for Canada. “Xp3 is a unique and important product for many Canadian businesses operating diesel powered equipment” says Marc Palud, President of Repstar Agencies. “Being able to solve 10+ fuel related problems with a non-toxic, commercial grade concentrated formula is both convenient and profitable for all diesel equipment users in the Canadian economy”. Xp3 is sold through select Truck Stops, Warehouse Distributors and Dealers serving industries and customers operating all types of diesel powered equipment. For more information on Xp3 and for Dealer inquiries, call Marc Palud at 1-800-507-4107 or email Marc@RepstarAgencies.com. www.Xp3Canada.com - www.XpLab.com Watch for me on the road and I will have a bottle or two with me!
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Danica Patrick ~Kentucky Speedway practice results - 8th at 180.415 mph, and 6th at 181.488 mph. Below our own Canadian Trucking Magazine Celebrity Publisher Editor Dave on the NASCAR Track following the stories that entertain you!
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NASCAR and Armed Forces Foundation Celebrate Bank of America, the Official Bank Five years ago, NASCAR and of NASCAR, is entering its first year as the the Armed Forces Foundation partprogram’s presenting sponsor. nered to find a way to give back to The bank’s participation is an extenservice members who fight for and sion of its commitment to service members and protect the freedoms al Americans veterans through a focus on housing, education, wellness, and employment. Bank of America is enjoy. Together, they created NASCAR Troops to the Track, a year-round recreational group therapy program that honors service men and women, veterans and military families at races throughout the country.
Today, the program celebrates its fifth anniversary by adding the support of Bank of America as the presenting sponsor.
NASCAR Troops to the Track Presented by Bank of America in partnership with the Armed Forces Foundation has become one of the sport’s signature initiatives. Thousands of troops from local military installations across the country have been treated to customized VIP experiences which include garage tours, driver meet-and-greets and recognition during the drivers’ meeting, among many other specialaccess activities. As part of NASCAR: An American Salute, a platform that rallies teams, tracks, fans and partners to collectively honor active and retired service men, women and families, NASCAR recognized five years of the NASCAR Troops to the Track program during a ceremony at Sonoma Raceway. “NASCAR has a long tradition of supporting our nation’s military and we are honored by the presence of the men and women who serve our country and their families at our races,” said Brent Dewar, NASCAR chief operating officer. “Through the collective support of the Armed Forces Foundation and Bank of America, we are proud to say that the initiative will expand to 27 races this season, the most since the program began five years ago.”
the proud employer of nearly 7,000 veterans, Guard and Reservists, with plans to hire 10,000 more over the next few years. The bank is also supporting service members and veterans through its “Express Your Thanks” campaign. Open to all, Express Your Thanks invites the public to share their appreciation of the nation’smen and women in uniform at www.bankokfamerica.com/troopthanks or by using the hashtag #troopthanks on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram through Veterans Day. “Raising awareness of the unique challenges that returning service members face as they integrate back into the workforce is a core mission of ours,” said Jeff Cathey, senior military affairs executive at Bank of America. “We’re excited to partner with NASCAR and the Armed Forces Foundation to honor veterans and service members in a meaningful and fun way that provides a unique experience at races across thecountry.” Each season, NASCAR activates this special program at more than 20 races around the United States and allows for wounded service members, active duty troops, warriors in transition, veterans and military families throughout the country to enjoy a special day of activities at the race track. “Troops to the Track presented by Bank of America showcases NASCAR’s commitment to our nation’s military and we are proud of our joint effort the past five years to serve the military,” said Patricia Driscoll, President of the Armed Forces Foundation. “Here at the Armed Forces Foundation, we constantly strive to ‘serve those who serve,’ and with the support from NASCAR and Bank of America, we will be able
e Fifth Anniversary of Troops to the Track™ Program
to provide more opportunities for service memThe bank also supports veterbers and their families around the country to get ans through partnerships with organaway from the stresses of injuries and deployizations like the Wounded Warrior ments while enjoying the patriotism of the Project, the Military Spouse EmployNASCAR community.”
ment Partnership, Student Veterans of America and the George The National Association for Stock Car Auto W. Bush Institute.
About NASCAR
Racing, Inc. (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States. NASCAR consists of three national series (the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, NASCAR Nationwide Series, and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series), four regional series, one local grassroots series and three international series. The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) governs the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship, the premier U.S. sports car series. Based in Daytona Beach, Fla., with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and follow NASCAR at www.Facebook.com/NASCAR and Twitter: @NASCAR.
About Bank of America’s Support for the Military
Support for the military has been an integral part of Bank of America’s culture for more than 90 years. That support permeates every aspect of the business, from hiring to philanthropy, volunteerism and products and services for military customers. Bank of America is committed to supporting the military by recruiting and retaining military employees. The bank employs nearly 7,000 veterans and reservists, and recently announced a goal to hire 10,000 veterans, military spouses and members of the Guard and Reserve over the next few years.
Since 2009, Bank of America has donated more than $11 million to nonprofit partners who serve the military, and in 2013, bank employees contributed more than 40,000 volunteer hours to support veterans and the military. Learn more at www.bankofamerica.com/militarysupport and follow us on Twitter at @BofA_Community.
About Armed Forces Foundation The Armed Forces Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to supporting and advocating for activeduty military personnel, National Guardsmen, Reservists, military families, and veterans. The AFF returns 95 cents of every dollar raised to service members and their families through our programs. Since 2001, the AFF has provided more than $95 million in assistance by covering travel, hotel rooms, home mortgages, car payments and everyday bills for families to be able to stay at their loved ones’ sides during treatment and recovery from wounds suffered during war. With the launch of our Help Save Our Troops campaign, the AFF proactively educates Americans about the hidden wounds of war, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and advocates for those troops and veterans who have suffered these hidden wounds. The ultimate goal of Help Save Our Troops is to reduce military suicides. Through this campaign, the AFF provides counseling services for military families, including children, grants for therapy and addiction counseling, and runs a variety of recreation group therapy programs to boost morale amongst service members, veterans, and their families.
Red River Co-op Speedway will be racing every Thursday night beginning on the 22nd of May 2014 and ending on the 20th of September 2014. This year we have added a Friday night show to the Delaine Memorial and our Season Ending Event is scheduled for Friday, September 19th and Saturday, September 20th.
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The Manitoba Trucking Association and Volvo Trucks Canada are pleased to announce that this year's Manitoba Driver of the Year is – James McKibbon, of Trappers Transport. The Driver of the Year is presented annually, and is selected from the Industry Excellence Award recipients from the previous year. The recipient is chosen based on commitment to the industry, safety, outstanding acts & customer service. James has 33 years of experience, with no preventable accidents. His employer says “James has received commendations from Trappers customers for his cooperation and ability to exceed expectations on a regular basis”. James is described by his peers as often going above and beyond, sacrificing personal time without complaint. He’s dependable, hardworking, loyal and committed to doing his best at all times.
As the Provincial Driver of the Year, James is now eligible for the CTA/ Volvo Trucks Canada National Driver of the Year d.
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Special Thanks again to Mark Crielaard of Ian Smart Photography
WINNIPEG, MB – June 21, 2014 – Commercial Drivers from all over Manitoba came together for the 2014 Manitoba Professional Truck Driving Championships (PTDC) held at Peterbilt Manitoba on 1895 Brookside Boulevard. The PTDC is one of the only events of its kind in Manitoba and one of the few opportunities for the professional drivers of our industry to showcase what it is that they do. This competition tests drivers on numerous levels as it includes a written test, trip inspection station, and of course the driving track. Winners for 2014 were announced later that evening at the Driver Awards Banquet held at the Viscount Gort Hotel. Winners are as follows:
- Straight Truck: Matthias Pieper (Bison Transport) - Single-Single: Brian Hrabarchuk (Canadian Freightways) - Single-Tandem: Ronald Poirier (TST Overland Express) - Tandem-Tandem: Denis Roberts (TST Overland Express) - Super B Train: Ken Wiebe (EBD Enterprises) These drivers will now represent Team Manitoba and compete against the other provincial teams at Nationals to be held during the first week of September in Esterel, PQ.
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Other event winners recognized at the banquet included: - J.O. Dutton Award: Ken Wiebe (EBD Enterprises) - First Time Entrant: Jerry Brodoway (Searcy Trucking) - Team Award: Bison Transport - Bjornson Memorial: Ken Wiebe (EBD Enterprises) - Grand Champion: Denis Roberts (TST Overland Express) Included in the evening was also the presentation of the MTA-Custom Truck Sales Inc./Kenworth Truck Company Industry Excellence Award. To be selected to receive an Industry Excellence Award, a driver must have demonstrated a commitment to the trucking industry, safety, and customer service and even may have performed acts of outstanding bravery or courage, risking their own lives to save others. The ten Industry Excellence recipients for 2013 are Owen Smulders (Arnold Bros. Transport), James McKibbon (Trappers Transport), Clayton Hamill (Bison Transport), Norman Frechette (Arnold Bros. Transport), Perry Moffatt (RTM Transport), Frank Kornelsen (Bison Transport), Wayne McRae (Arnold Bros. Transport), Gideon Tunmer (Trappers Transport), Ester Nemeth (Bison Transport) and Jonathan Ternovetsky (Arnold Bros. Transport) From this pool of drivers, the annual Volvo Trucks Canada Manitoba Driver of the Year is selected. 41
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