Direct from the Great White North, Joanne Ritchie and Jim Park bring news and views from Canada's leading truck owner/operator group, OBAC. It's an open phone forum that lives for shout outs, holds no punches when it comes to criticism, and celebrates the culture of America's greatest trade partner. More importantly, it's a chance to catch up with the best neighbors and nation could ever have.
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Direct from the Great White North, Joanne Ritchie and Jim Park bring news and views from Canada's leading truck owner/operator group, OBAC. It's an open phone forum that lives for shout outs, holds no punches when it comes to criticism, and celebrates the culture of America's greatest trade partner. More importantly, it's a chance to catch up with the best neighbors and nation could ever have.
Canada Calling with OBAC: Boston’s Nova Scotia Christmas Tree & Winter Trucking Tips | Road Gang Radio
Canada Calling
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Canada Calling with OBAC: Boston’s Nova Scotia Christmas Tree & Winter Trucking Tips | Road Gang Radio
Join Jimmy Mac for a special edition of Canada Calling with Joanne Ritchie and Jim Park of the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada (OBAC). This episode covers the heartwarming tradition of Nova Scotia sending a 45-foot Christmas tree to Boston every year, a gesture that began in 1918 as thanks for Boston’s relief efforts following the Halifax Explosion. Joanne and Jim share the history, the journey of the tree, and its role in reinforcing cross-border friendship.The conversation also dives into practical winter trucking advice, including reading road conditions, identifying icy patches, and navigating bridges safely. Jim breaks down tips that are crucial for both new and experienced drivers to stay safe during winter driving. They also discuss recent efforts in Ontario to inspect and regulate driving schools to improve road safety and licensing standards.Stay informed and inspired with this mix of history, culture, and professional trucking insight.Follow OBAC online at https://www.obac.ca (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUs0SnFzcWRlTTRUaS1OWHVDN0R6TUwzSDh4UXxBQ3Jtc0ttdEItUjN0dVhiUnhjMFphNWdKOFppZVBBellCMkNWdG5rMmIzeEdRRnJuWnRtdHNZZm9RZ21TYTFrTmc1WnpwR3hOQTdvczE0alFld3RGaExrMlJIemp4SVVMNmthX1A4bVhKZWhTQ0ozQmxDR2RqSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.obac.ca%2F&v=A6feBoIJTKU) and connect with Radio Nemo at / radionemoonline (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEpkYjB2WWNiNURIUm9CX2llX0JqYmFxT0pRQXxBQ3Jtc0ttMGdJNmg4RDdFb0ZPaHZTRHoxUEVsaTEteHlzSk1ycHkyUi1JMWdGR3ZKRV9CTjZ0SFRhQnM4UHdkczgyUUxiUFdkZDkwcDNETm45cXZRbThWaFFyXzY2Q1pxQUlWdUZhNE9lWktWdDNDNDRLQVM3Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fradionemoonline&v=A6feBoIJTKU)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
Canada Calling
Direct from the Great White North, Joanne Ritchie and Jim Park bring news and views from Canada's leading truck owner/operator group, OBAC. It's an open phone forum that lives for shout outs, holds no punches when it comes to criticism, and celebrates the culture of America's greatest trade partner. More importantly, it's a chance to catch up with the best neighbors and nation could ever have.
