Comments on: Trucking companies steer clear of Ottawa protests

By: John Kane

John Kane — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 20:30:13 +0000

So is it correct to say that any trucks used in the Ottawa occupation are now not insured? That if photos or video of them exist at the occupation, their insurers might not insure them?

Because who knows what happened with those trucks down there. Dirty fuel, idling way too long, no maintenance at all, extreme cold… if I were an insurer I’d want to have some very good documentation that all is well. I don’t see that being cheap to obtain, I mean, what kind of extensive inspections would be required?

Oh, and Freedom!

By: Greg

Greg — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:01:17 +0000

Statisticaly over 80% of those in attendance would likely be vaccinated. Like most Canadians. They want an end to lockdowns. Everyone agrees…its time to manage the endemic. Governments can do that now….because over 80% got vaccinated. The lunatic fringe will always show up and highjack the moment. But if Government steps up…. its because 80% got vaccinated. The unvaccinated needs to know that and “Thank the Vaxed”

By: Jimmy Singh

Jimmy Singh — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:20:38 +0000

Just like Government Employees, Doctors and Nurses, and now truckers, were all given an ultimatum. If you want to work you need the shot. If you have bills you really don’t have a choice. That’s what the whole issue is. So the CTA and the members can say what they like…this is not really freedom of choice for your own body. Many of your employees took the jab not because they all wanted too, but they have no choice in order to maintain. Just look at your stats…the people that got the jab later on in the pendemic are probably the ones that gave up and got the jab to keep a job.

By: Larry Evanchuk

Larry Evanchuk — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:47:10 +0000

In reply to Mark. Go to Rebel News!!!

By: Larry Evanchuk

Larry Evanchuk — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:43:11 +0000

James: I see you are still a woke journalist. These big trucking companies will find a lot problems from American truckers when they cross into the US. I think they will need more than vaccinations for their protection. I have been driving to the US for more than 55 years & I know that American truckers totally support the protesters. Plus in case you haven’t noticed some of the borders are now being blocked. I saw a few large fleet trucks at the Coutts, AB blockade. Maybe you will change your tune once the store shelves empty out!

By: Rick

Rick — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 18:15:00 +0000

Once again you are speaking for a fringe minority. You are speaking with large carriers that represent a very small percentage of the trucking industry. If you were to poll the small to midsized carriers you would see an overwhelming support for the convoy. The big carriers that are tied to the CTA the OTA the PMTC are all a very small segment of the trucking industry. Time to stop playing like the CBC and report the truth.

By: Mark Scaife

Mark Scaife — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:16:07 +0000

Wat to go Truck News, you have sided with the enemies of Canada and we won’t forget.

By: Mark

Mark — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:14:20 +0000

Your statements are false. I was there…plenty of Ontario and Quebec plates. I can’t believe Trucknews has fallen into “views” not “news” category. OTA and CTA does not reflect the majority of truckers. Turn off your TV and watch the coverage from cell phones – thats news in real time raw and unedited.

By: Mike Gough

Mike Gough — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 21:05:55 +0000

In reply to Danno Cardinal. Oh yah. And they will be fired for that participation? In an industry chronically short of driver spots around 20%. LOL. CTA claims to be up on the stats. The American drivers in cross border work are siignificant. And yankee drivers are only 55% fully vaccinated approximately. We could soon see lots of freight sitting behind at load docks or spoiling (food). Soon any drivers with an active pulse and vaccinated will have a choice of who to work for. Will Markel insure an industry with plenty of 19 to 24 year old cross-border drivers.

By: Danno Cardinal

Danno Cardinal — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 01:37:59 +0000

I saw a dark blue Titanium Volvo truck with a ‘stop the mandate’ sign. Also, a Challenger truck with a ‘Freedom’ flag

By: Elliot Moose

Elliot Moose — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 19:47:39 +0000

Parked on the side in Carleton Place on Hiway #7 heading into Ottawa this Saturday morning.
Lots of what we used to call; ‘Good Buddy’s’ ..trying to associate themselves with professional drivers. Wall to wall loose cannons.
I suspect by Monday they’ll be trying to get under my fenders.

By: Stephen Webster

Stephen Webster — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 19:33:37 +0000

This why we do not have more trucks. Many lease ops and company drivers ( some on work permits) have told me if they take 2 weeks to be part of convoy they could be fired. The O T A actions have cut the numbers of trucks involved. After this is over a investigation into fair labor practices should happen.