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In Western Australia (WA), the question is not whether to reform the towing industry, but how. Canada has a lot in common with Australia. Both countries have relatively small populations on large land masses. Both countries are former British colonies built through immigration, and we are both constitutional monarchies. Both Canada and Australia are also …
Not Just Ontario – Industry Reform in Western Australia Read More »
What led up to the blue light pilot program in Alberta, and how did the towing and recovery industry respond? As of June 30, 2022, Alberta tow trucks have been allowed to use both blue and amber flashing lights to enhance roadside visibility. According to Don Getschel, owner/operator of Oil Country Towing and president of …
Starting June 30, 2022, tow trucks in Alberta are permitted to use blue flashing lights in addition to amber ones to help enhance roadside visibility.
The second annual Light it Up Ceremony and Parade, held in honour of fallen tow truck operators and in support of the roadside workers’ safety, will be hosted at the Lansdowne Fairgrounds, Ontario, on June 18, 2022. The local towing community, firefighters, police, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and other industry stakeholders are all welcome to …
Lansdowne’s Parade Reminds Drivers to Slow Down and Move Over Read More »
As soaring gas prices squeeze the towing industry across Canada, many companies are looking for ways to leverage their increased operating costs. In Ontario, towing businesses may take advantage of the government’s fuel tax refunds on power take-off equipment. A towing company can recover a road tax ($0.143 per litre for diesel and $0.147 per …
Ontario Fuel Tax Rebate Helps Towing Companies Leverage Increased Fuel Costs Read More »
Mitchell’s Towing Ltd., based in North Vancouver, B.C., has become the first towing business to become EVfriendly Certified. Owner Mitchell Martin and his staff successfully completed the associated training on safe towing, handling, and storing of zero-emission vehicles, giving their customers peace of mind that their EVs will be cared for by a qualified professional. …
Mitchell’s Towing Becomes First EVfriendly Certified Towing Business Read More »
Although the Covid-19 pandemic put the kibosh to the Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) Annual Tow Show for 2021, the PTAO board did find two candidates most deserving of the Hero of the Industry Award. In a statement released by Durham Towing, the company recognized two of its employees, Keian Jainarine and Karan Patel, …
Jerr-Dan has announced its 50th anniversary plans. Jerr-Dan will celebrate the milestone anniversary throughout 2022 with activities planned for team members, distributors, and customers to commemorate its five decades of innovation and commitment to quality and reliability. Founded in 1972, Jerr-Dan initially built carriers and trailers and introduced the first aluminum carrier in 1977. Over …
For the first time ever, Canadian tow truck operators got an opportunity to advance their skills to the highest level available through a five-day WreckMaster training held in Canada. It was hosted by the Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) and sponsored by its towing and recovery division members, Mitchell’s Towing and Roadway Towing, at North Vancouver Fire …
Top WreckMaster Training Comes to Canada for the First Time Read More »
