Leo Barros on Diversity in Trucking & Immigrant Challenges in North America
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, journalist and industry voice Leo Barros talks about diversity in the trucking industry and why many of the challenges fall heavily on immigrants in North America. From cultural barriers to employment struggles, Leo shares his insights on what needs to change and how the industry can better support immigrant drivers. This is an honest conversation on equity, opportunity, and building a stronger, more inclusive trucking community. Learn more about PTTAC at www.pttac.ca
This episode is sponsored by Bison Transport with many opportunities for truck drivers in their fleet across Canada.
At Bison – they put Safety First
Bison’s “Right to Decide” Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver’s use of this policy.
You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport
This episode is sponsored by Compliance Mentorz helping the Canadian trucking community improve their safety and compliance for safer roadways.
Compliance Mentorz, a leading commercial safety consulting company, is proud to serve clients nationwide across Canada. But our commitment to safety and compliance doesn't stop at borders – we're excited to extend our support to clients throughout North America. Call 905-486-1666x215 or Learn more at www.compliancementorz.com
This episode is also sponsored by Ontario Truck Driving School has a number of courses to help you be successful when starting a career in transportation from heavy equipment to over the road trucking. You can learn more about starting your career at www.otds.com
About the Podcast
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 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 Canada.
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