“I have driven my Freightliner over 80,000 miles and have had the opportunity to assess the overall performance of this 2004 CL 120 and I am very impressed..." (Click here for the full letter).
Don Kewley / Graduate of KRTS, joined TST through the Power to Drive Program / Feb 2006 - Unit# P2631
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“I came into the program a year ago and loved it so much I bought a second truck.”
Chris Terpstra / TST Truckload Express / Units # P2632, P2667
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Robert holds a B.A. In Physics from the University of BC; has held several position in computer programming and the Tool & Die Industry. In both instances his career path was cut short due to outsourcing of his positions. Graduated from KRTS in Sept 2006 and is also registered in the apprenticeship program through TST.
Robert Wolff /TST Truckload Express / Unit# P2649
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"The Ontario Trucking Association and its membership are supportive of the Drive for Apprenticeship in Ontario. Driving a truck is a skilled profession. Apprenticeship will
enhance our image and assist in our recruiting and retention efforts."
David Bradley,
President, Ontario Trucking Association
CEO, Canadian Trucking Alliance
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"I had the great pleasure of meeting a number of the people from the transportation industry and I am impressed with the initiative taken by the apprenticeship industry committee for commercial drivers..." (Click here for the full letter)
The Honourable Diane Finley, P.C., M.P.
Province of Ontario Transport Minister
Haldimand-Norfolk County
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"With this program comes the credibility previously lacking in the truck driving profession. It will enhance driver-eligibility from an insurance perspective and raise the safety standards to a whole new level."
Lisa Arseneau
Manager, Transportation Division, Transportation Risk and Insurance Protection (TRIP)
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House of Commons
Canada