The Manitoba Trucking Association has been a remarkable asset to the trucking industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. With countless updates, advocacy and information dissemination the MTA Team is working hard to keep us all informed and up-to-date with the daily changes to the trucking industry. In recent days, they have shared with us a tip [...]
With Easter quickly coming around the corner, we thought that we would give you some ideas of what to do with all that leftover ham. Enjoy this recipe of creamy tastiness, and love those leftovers! INGREDIENTS: 3 cups cheese tortellini 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cup mushrooms, sliced ¾ cup whipping cream [...]
Staying up-to-date with the world around us changing almost daily is more important now than ever before. Here are some articles we think will be useful to you as we navigate through COVID-19 together. Truck drivers are on the front lines, stay healthy and safe. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for news and updates! COVID-19 COVID-19 & [...]
Many of us with kids or grandkids at home are facing the exciting new challenge of keeping their minds active while they are home from school. At the moment, school cancellations in Manitoba are planned to be short-lived, but as the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, our world seems to be changing daily. Over the years, [...]
We’ve all seen those passive aggressive signs that say, “your mother isn’t here, so clean up after yourself”, right? As irritating as those signs are, it’s truthful, especially for truck drivers. You live, work and relax all in the same small area, so your space should be as cleaned, organized, and healthy as it can [...]
As a truck driver, it is your responsibility to be aware of the Spring Road Restrictions for the different states and provinces you will be travelling in. You are expected to abide by these restrictions and stay off roads which you are too heavy for. If you are caught travelling on roads that you shouldn’t [...]
The National Post released this morning, "For the first time since the 9/11 attacks, the Canada-U.S. border will be closed to “non-essential” traffic, American president Donald Trump announced via tweet. Speaking in Ottawa Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump this morning, and they have agreed that both countries [...]
Mmmm . . . chicken potpie; is there anything better? Make this recipe at home, freeze it, and then enjoy its yummy goodness while out on the road! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups diced peeled potatoes 1-3/4 cups sliced carrots 1 cup butter, cubed 2/3 cup chopped onion 1 cup all-purpose flour 1-3/4 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon [...]
There's more to being a professional truck driver than just driving. As pro's, we're held to a higher standard. A high standard of safety and a higher standard in the way we interact with others during the course of doing our jobs.
Can't decide what to do with your family with your time in? No problem! Here are 6 events and activities that we think you and your family will love! Snowshoe Club Date: March 7, 14, 21, & 28 Location: FortWhyte Alive, Winnipeg Explore the trails and lakes of FortWhyte Alive by snowshoe with a guide, [...]
