Cover photo: This photo marks the day when Wreckers International signed its first air cushion distributor in the fall of 1975 with Kinman. Bruce Jackson follows in his father’s footsteps as an inductee. by Pat Rediger In the case of Bill and Bruce Jackson, the apple does not fall from the tree, although in this …

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When Fabiana came to Canada from South America at the age of 12, she never envisioned that she would eventually become a firefighter, the owner of a towing company, and a heavy-duty operator. by Meaghan Reimchen and Iva Kestrankova Fabiana’s journey into the towing industry began in 2000 when she married James Ireland. She started …

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Witnessing a horrific accident can change one’s life. For a tow truck operator, it might seriously affect their mental well-being. by Dan Steinhauer Mental health has a diverse impact on all of us, particularly within the towing industry. Over the years, I have faced personal battles, some worse than others, and some just because of …

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The goal of the Registrar’s Exemption under the Traffic Safety Act was to increase roadside safety for tow and recovery operators. Did it work? by Kara Cunningham June 30, 2023, marks the one-year anniversary of the blue lights pilot project in Alberta, a program that allows tow and recovery operators in the province to use …

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While the Tow Zone Pilot has helped improve conditions on Highway 401 in Ontario, legislation that protects and supports the tow industry is long overdue. by Dennis Roberts, director, Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) Tow Canada has provided in-depth coverage of the Tow Zone Pilot program in Ontario. We have traced its origins, reviewed …

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