by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | Nov 19, 2017 | BLOG
Inevitably every year we have a major pileup of cars and trucks in inclement weather…but it is avoidable if we all do our part. Pay attention to local news and weather reports and plan your trip accordingly. If you have to travel in inclement weather leave an extra hour or two to get where you need to be safely. If you don’t feel safe don’t go !!! Remember to slow down, keep your distance and not cut in front of others. The life you save maybe your own !!!!
Let’s discuss a few of the issues :
1. Following distance!
Trucks require a football field on dry ground… on bad roads you can expect at least double if not triple! When visibility is less than a mile… your distance needs to increase and you’re speed needs to decrease .
Keep a safe following distance
2. Speed!! SLOW DOWN…
Not only should you slow down sooner, but your maneuverability will be easier if you catch yourself in a slide…. sliding is scary in ANY situation… sliding at 100 + KPH , is terrifying Because any movement by yourself or others can make a bad situation worse!
Slow Down-Posted speed limit is often too fast for the conditions
3. “Always Leave Yourself An Out” THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT!!!
I can’t imagine that many of you haven’t heard this somewhere, even us old timers… “always leave yourself an OUT!” A ditch or a field is much better than a person or another vehicle… you might sustain some injury, or damage to your vehicle, but it’s better than the alternative.
Instead of ending up in the pile… find your way out!!
4. Lights On !!
Make sure your full headlighting system is on. Clear the snow from your lights and don’t forget your tail lights.
5. Sliding !!
If you find yourself in a skid … steer into the skid and not out of it , this will help you get control of your vehicle . Keep your foot off the brake. No engine/jake brakes !!!
Find a safe place to get off the road and “Park It” if weather is severe, no load is worth a Life !!!!!!!!!
Let’s all keep safe this winter ……
by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | Oct 4, 2017 | BLOG
WTFC Decal
Special thanks to Mike Millian and the PMTC for offering WTFC this great opportunity to show case some great women of the Trucking Industry in this Special Supplement. I’m sure you will enjoy the articles we have planned with the team from Kelman !!
If your a proud supporter of women in the industry, what a great way to show it by advertising in the supplement. Take this opportunity to reach out to the ladies by promoting your products, services and employment opportunities.
On behave of the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada we thank you for your support 🙂
The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada (WTFC) is a non-profit organization established to encourage the employment of women in the transportation industry.
The organization wants to celebrate and promote these accomplishments as well as address obstacles and issues faced by women working in the industry. Their purpose is to promote personal growth and responsibility whether your “In the Office, under the Hood or behind the Wheel”. Despite the name “Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada” its membership is not limited to women, as they welcome the involvement of anyone who is positive and supportive of women in the transportation industry.
With that said, the WTFC is proud to announce that the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) will be featuring its organization with a “Special Supplement” in the Winter issue of the PMTC’s magazine – Private Motor Carrier.
As the WTFC continues to grow, having this opportunity to be featured in the PMTC’s magazine will allow the organization to share its message with nearly 5,300 people on the PMTC’s mailing list throughout Canada.
WTFC has recognized your organization as being one of their valued supporters, so we are offering you this unique opportunity to place an ad in the special supplement and show your support of both the organization & women in the trucking industry. Not only will you be visibly demonstrating your support to the WTFC, but you will also be putting your company’s products/services noticeably in front of all the PMTC members and 5,300 people on the associations mailing list.
If you would like to participate in this special supplement, below is the ad sizes/prices that you can use to convey your message.
Ad sizes available (includes full-colour):
Size Cost
Full Page $2,100
2/3 Page $1,300
1/2 Page $1,000
1/3 Page $800
1/4 Page $600
NOTE: At this time we are only reserving the ad space for the WTFC supplement, the actual payment of the ad is not due until January 2018.
Thanks,
Marketing Manager
Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (Private Motor Carrier)
by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | Jul 30, 2017 | BLOG
The 8th annual Convoy For Hope – Atlantic is bringing together Atlantic Canadians to celebrate the great service of the trucking industry and supporting our communities in the fight against Cancer.
This year’s event will raise awareness and funds to combat Breast, Colon, Lung, and Prostate Cancer. Our event is unique in so many ways;
– It is rare that a single event supports more than one cancer. Our team has chosen the top four that most affect Atlantic Canadians, and unfortunately those numbers of incidence and mortality are the highest of all the provinces in Canada.
– All of our events are organized and run solely by volunteers. We guarantee that less than 10% of funds received will be used for essential expenses; insurance, licensing, web domains, etc. This provides more than $0.90 on the dollar to be directed straight to the cause.
– Of the 4 cancers we represent Colon & lung receive the last funding in Canada. In-fact we are the largest event east of Toronto that contributes to the awareness and fight against lung Cancer.
This years Convoy is gaining incredible momentum. We are maintaining the new route selected last year (previously from Salisbury Irving Big Stop to the Aulac, Irving Big Stop) for the Convoy to travel from the Salisbury Irving Big Stop through the city of Moncton, and coming together at the Moncton Coliseum for awards and to celebrate the survivors.
A bar-B-Q hosted by Scotiabank – matching proceeds, Live Music from 18 again, a live & silent auction, 50/50 draws, a $6000 Travel voucher raffle, Face painting, Special guests Lightning McQueen & Tow Mater (courtesy of Georges Deck & Recovery, PEI), and a live demonstration from the Moncton Fire Department.
We are anticipating a fantastic turn out from the community and are looking forward to sharing the hope of a cancer free future.
We are changing the conversation, raising awareness, contributing funds to the research, early detection and prevention, and supporting those affected.
A Special Thank You to our Long & short Haul
Sponsors: Element Financial, Midland Transport, Never Enuf Chrome & Detailing, East Coast International Trucks, Jeramand Trucking, Action Car & Truck, The Caisse Populaire, The Gear Centre, Irving 24 & Elite Fleet.
Our team has raised just over a quarter of a million dollars to date. Please join us in the fight on August 19th 2017, It’s a great day to celebrate the survivors!
Contact : Jo-Anne Phillips, Tracey Sherwood, Carol Mason, Dan Boudreau
Convoy for Hope-Atlantic: 2320 Route 115, Irishtown, New Brunswick E1H2L3
Phone: 506-383-8092
Email: Contact@convoyforhope atlantic.com
