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CARB's 2027 Clean Truck Rules Will Reshape Cross-Border Trucking

California's CARB Advanced Clean Trucks rule kicks into high gear in 2027, requiring manufacturers to sell more zero-emission trucks. Here's what it means for Canadian carriers.

CARB emissions zero-emission California
Jan 15, 2026 5 min
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ELD Mandate Canada 2026: Latest Updates, Exemptions, and Compliance Guide

Everything carriers need to know about the Canadian ELD mandate in 2026. Updates on third-party certification, exemptions, enforcement, and how to stay compliant.

ELD mandate compliance Transport Canada hours of service
Dec 18, 2025 7 min

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Livestock Transport in Canada: Feed, Water and Rest Rules

Canada's livestock transport rules for carriers: 12, 28 and 36-hour feed, water and rest limits, shipment records, transfer of care and contingency plans.

Oct 15, 2026 9 min
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Super B Grain and Fertilizer Hauling in Canada: A Carrier Guide

How Canadian carriers run Super Bs for grain and fertilizer: provincial weights, spring road bans, hours of service, TDG fertilizer, cleanouts, scale tickets.

Oct 15, 2026 9 min
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Port of Vancouver Container Trucking: TLS and CTS Licence Rules

What a drayage company needs to haul containers at the Port of Vancouver: the port's TLS authorization and a BC Container Trucking Commissioner licence.

Oct 13, 2026 8 min
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Do Freight Brokers Need a Licence in Canada? Quebec, Provinces, US

Freight broker licence rules in Canada: Quebec's CTQ intermediary registration, what other provinces require, and FMCSA broker authority for US loads.

Oct 13, 2026 8 min
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How Canadian Freight Brokers Vet Carriers: NSC, CVOR and Insurance

Carrier vetting checklist for Canadian freight brokers: NSC safety certificates, CVOR and provincial profiles, insurance, workers' comp and US authority.

Oct 13, 2026 8 min
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Canada HOS Rules 2026: Daily Limits, Cycles, Resets

Canada HOS rules for 2026: 13 hours driving, 14 on duty, a 16-hour shift, 36 or 72-hour resets, split sleeper berth, $300 to $2,000 tickets, Ontario's rules.

Oct 10, 2026 16 min
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Ontario Truck Inspections 2026: PMCVI and Schedule 1

Commercial vehicle inspection in Ontario: Schedule 1 daily checks valid 24 hours, major vs minor defects, the annual PMCVI at DriveON, safety standards, fines.

Oct 10, 2026 15 min
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What Is Considered a Commercial Vehicle in Ontario?

What is considered a commercial vehicle in Ontario? Trucks over 4,500 kg, buses for 10+ passengers and tow trucks. Who needs a CVOR, pickup rules and fees.

Oct 10, 2026 15 min
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CVOR Renewal Ontario 2026: Fees and Deadlines

CVOR renewal costs $51, due annually or every two years depending on your safety rating. Renewal windows, the distances MTO asks for, and lapse risk.

Jul 24, 2026 7 min
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CVOR Abstract Ontario: Levels, Fees, How to Read

Ontario CVOR abstracts cost $5 uncertified, $10 certified. Level 1 is public, Level 2 is carrier-only with 5 years of detail. How to read yours.

Jul 24, 2026 8 min
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Manitoba LCV Permits 2026: How to Apply & Manage Long Combination Vehicle Compliance

How to get a Manitoba Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) permit — the ARPS permitting system, carrier and driver requirements, and how to manage LCV driver certificates, abstracts, and permit documents so your fleet stays compliant.

Jul 12, 2026 6 min
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Alberta LCV Permits 2026: Carrier Review, Driver Training & How to Apply

Alberta Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) permits — the carrier review and Safety Fitness Rating requirement, driver qualifications (PDIC, AMTA training, experience), how to apply to the Central Permit Office, and how to manage LCV driver certificates and documents.

Jul 12, 2026 6 min