Our podcast episodes this week focused on training and the recent PTTAC Conference. Recently we were at the PTTAC 2026 (Professional Truck Training Alliance of Canada) in Saskatoon Ontario and were presented with information about how the training landscape is changing in Canada. We heard heart felt message from Scott Thomas to the industry about improving before more people get killed on our highways. Finally we discussed funding options for training and how different models can affect who can enter the industry and the quality of drivers being produced from current training schools. Learn more about theses issues in depth on the podcast.
In our recap episode, we’re looking back at the PTTAC 2026 Annual Conference from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan! We dive into the critical conversations surrounding training standards, workforce development, and elevating the professional driving trade.
What is the true message from Humboldt for the commercial trucking industry, and why is change long overdue? On this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Earl Driedger sits down with Scott Thomas for a crucial conversation on fleet safety, culture shift, and how the industry must evolve to protect everyone on our highways.
Want to start a career in trucking but not sure how to pay for your training? In our third episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we explore the grants, subsidies, and financial support programs available to help you fund your CDL training and get behind the wheel.
Enjoy the episodes and learn more about PTTAC.
You can view more photos from the event on our photo event page.
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The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada.
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