Last time we talked about technology in the blog and how that’s going to be impacting the trucking industry. There are many ways ...
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Technology is advancing exponentially, so it should come as no surprise that there are many opportunities for how the trucking industry will be ...
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The pandemic has affected everyone in terms of the jobs we do and the way we do them. It has also highlighted how important truckers are ...
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We may have missed a few of your favourite spots, so we’ve decided to do another blog on the best truck stops eats ...
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In 1985 the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC) started the Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response initiative (TRANSCAER®) to help provide training and ...
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Safety has always been one of the most important values for us at Northwest Tank Lines. We are committed to ensuring that all ...
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At Northwest Tank Lines, safety is our primary driver of everything we do. This goes beyond driving, equipment, training and certification measures and ...
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This summer we were pleased to receive more applications than ever before for the Northwest Education Fund. This funding round closed in late summer and ...
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Northwest Tank Lines has always been driven to deliver Service Excellence – from the foundation of the company, laid in 1955, to our ...
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Safety always has and always will come first at Northwest Tank Lines. Safety is the basis for every single decision made by every ...
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In celebration of our 65th Anniversary, we’ll be digging into Northwest’s values and the principles upon which we’ve built our foundation: Safety, Service ...
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We are very pleased to announce the winners of our most recent Education Fund scholarship awards! These four students are exceptional members of ...
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Our commitment to safety extends beyond safe driving and equipment. It is also important to us that your families and communities are safe ...
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Looking for the best truck stop food on your route? Check out our round up of the yummiest stops to refuel your stomach ...
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With every new year, comes an updated view and analysis of the industry and 2020 is no different. Across the board, the big ...
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Are you or your family members are eligible? The next scholarship deadline is January 15th! Check out our most recent Education Fund Winners ...
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If you like freedom, opportunity and a healthy bank account, trucking may be the job for you. But more than that, if you ...
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When we think about dangerous driving, icy roads, fog and whiteouts come to mind. But summer driving is deceptively dangerous. There are more ...
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Our partners, the Canadian Cancer Society, tells us, “Nearly half of Canadians are expected to be diagnosed with cancer at some point in ...
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The trucking and tank-driving industry has long battled a reputation as a male-dominant workforce with a small pool of diversity. Today, however, we ...
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The Vancouver City Police Canine Unit has a rich and proud history. Operational since 1957, Vancouver’s police dog unit is the oldest in ...
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When you spend as much time on the road as a long-haul trucker does, there is some trucking gear you just can’t do ...
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“For most, homelessness is the result of a lack of supports, mental health issues and addiction.” — Calgary Dream Centre Calgary Dream Centre’s ...
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“Because of the Foundation’s donation, we have equipment that would have been difficult to afford through regular funding. It’s so important that we ...
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In case of an unexpected situation, delay or weather-related incident, it is essential for drivers to have an emergency kit on hand. These ...
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“Think of someone who has inspired you. Do they make you feel confident, smart, brave? Now, imagine your life without them. Where would ...
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In 2018, we revamped our scholarship program in response to the changing times. We introduced the Northwest Education Fund, a scholarship program tailored to supporting the ...
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2018: YEAR IN REVIEW Looking back on 2018, we have much to be proud of. Although we encountered some rocky patches along the ...
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Seasonal weather creates many challenges for truck drivers. Compromised road conditions, fewer daylight hours and poor visibility are an unavoidable reality come winter time, so ...
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Since its inception in 1982, Between Friends has been sharing a sense of belonging with people of all abilities and ages across Alberta ...
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When the temperature plunges, the roads get icy and visibility is poor, even the most experienced drivers can run into problems. When you're ...
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At Northwest, we are all about supporting the communities in which we live and work. One of the ways we do this is ...
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At Northwest, we are always looking for ways to support our team members and our communities. If there are new advances in safety ...
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If you know Northwest, you know what matters to us most. Safety, family and community. With our new website, we wanted to take ...
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In September 2014, Northwest Tank Lines hosted a Transcaer safety conference in Southeast Calgary ...
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CALGARY, Alta. – What’s better than the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval? If you’re a company involved in the chemical industry, it could ...
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