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Big news for modelers who've been waiting on cross-border orders: Kit Mask is shipping to the United States again, and the process is finally simple, transparent, and predictable. We sit down with Kevin to unpack how tariffs forced a pause, why Canada Post's suggested “solutions” came up short, and how Janelle engineered a multi-service workflow that calculates duties at checkout so there are no surprise bills after delivery.We walk through the hard lessons of cross-border ecommerce: why unclear rules make risk management nearly impossible, how horror stories from carriers shaped the plan, and what it takes to test, refine, and relaunch without leaving customers guessing. Kevin shares early results from the reboot—clean deliveries, happy customers, and order volume ramping back to where it left off. We also talk openly about capacity, production catch-up, and the real people behind the scenes who keep a small brand moving.Looking ahead, we're gearing up for HeritageCon with full stock and on-the-ground support at the booth, plus a spotlight on One-Man Army products. As the exclusive Canadian dealer for new One-Man Army releases, Kit Mask will bring sought-after detail sets and precision tools directly to local builders. To celebrate the shipping comeback and ease the tariff sting, we're rolling out a December-long sale with a clear promise: no panic, no rush, just fair prices and time to choose. Use the code MOJO30 for 30% off throughout December and get your bench ready for a strong finish to the year.If you care about reliable shipping, transparent costs, and quality masking solutions that make paint work clean and fast, this conversation is for you.Subscribe, share with a modeling friend, and leave a review to help more builders discover the show—and the savings.KITMASX - Use Discount Code MOJO30 for 30% off your order through the month of DecemberGive us your Feedback!Rate the Show!Support the Show!PatreonBuy Me a BeerPaypalBump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed BarothAd Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" BairMike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.
Long drive ahead of you this week? We've got your labor news ready to go! We start with a ton of headlines checking in with Starbucks, Amazon, Nestle, New Seasons Market, the University of Pennsylvania, Sharp Healthcare, and the nightmare that is the state of Florida. For our full stories this week, we start by checking in on union busting in a place even our jaded listeners might not expect: public libraries. Then we check in on developments with the strike by workers at Canada Post and discuss the ramifications of the end of their nationwide industrial action. Finally, the LA Times released an expose this week showing the stark levels of child exploitation in US agriculture, a scourge which is directly tied to the long history of superexploitation of migrants that US agribusiness fortunes are built on. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter, John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee
Jerry opens the show by talking about why he thinks Bill 60 is a good thing. Plus, Ontario plans to require bail cash up front in new justice bill. Francis Syms weighs in on bots trying to steal your bread settlement money. Canada Post will likely raise the cost of stamps in 2026, is this a bad idea?
Send us a textWhat happens when one vote decides an election and that vote never makes it to the ballot box? Gavin and Stephen dive deep into a razor-thin electoral result in Terrebonne, Quebec, where a federal seat was won by a single vote. But here's the twist: a mail-in ballot that could have tied the race was rejected due to a postal code error, an error made not by the voter, but by an Elections Canada official. Drawing on their own high-profile experience in the Opitz v. Wrzesnewskyj Supreme Court case, Gavin and Stephen debate voter disenfranchisement, electoral integrity, and whether democracy should aim for perfection or just “good enough.” They explore the fragile balance between procedural error and intentional fraud, the role of Canada Post in protecting electoral rights, and whether a single mistake should or should not invalidate an entire election. Listen For1:32 What happens when an election is won by just one vote?6:40 Should a rejected mail-in ballot count if it was the government's error?10:35 Is the right to vote dependent on voter diligence?17:00 Can you ever truly “redo” an election?22:56 Did the Supreme Court's Opitz ruling get misinterpreted in this case? Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click Contact UsGardiner Roberts website | Gavin email | Stephen email
Experts at the Trimble Insight conference are forecasting a "significant reduction" in employment levels as rapidly maturing AI tools become cheaper and more efficient than human workers. This technological shift is already translating into measurable gains, with companies like C.H. Robinson openly connecting rising profitability directly to a shrinking workforce. However, achieving the full strategic potential of AI requires clean and comprehensive data, meaning much of the current investment is directed toward routine tasks that don't rely on perfect data, such as calling drivers or getting quotes. Regulation is increasing alongside technological pressure where the Department of Transportation is developing a data-driven severity scoring system to proactively identify and shut down dangerous "chameleon carriers". This federal crackdown will flag patterns of fraud, including shared addresses and recycled phone numbers, while also reflecting heightened attention to operational risks, such as the electrical fire that shut down four terminals at the Port of Los Angeles following an explosion on the ONE Henry Hudson. We also analyze the high-stakes future of North American rail with the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger necessary to compete effectively with the evolving trucking sector. Nevertheless, analysts are highly skeptical of the forecast for 10% volume growth within three years given the rail industry's decade of flat volume, ensuring the Surface Transportation Board will conduct a stringent and independent review. Finally, we touch upon the tentative contract agreement reached between Canada Post and its largest union after two years of contentious talks, which came right after Canada Post reported a record quarterly loss of $385 million. Ultimately, the intense demands from AI and the new government scrutiny raise a critical question for managers across the supply chain: how quickly will clean data become the single most defining competitive advantage in the entire freight ecosystem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The container ship ONE Henry Hudson was towed out to anchorage at the Port of Los Angeles after an electrical fire that began onboard while it was berthed was substantially contained. The incident temporarily suspended port operations, closed four of the seven container terminals, and led to a mile-wide safety zone, though no injuries were reported among the 23-person crew. Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement following over two years of bitter negotiations and strike activity by more than 50,000 mail carriers. The agreement comes as the national mail carrier reported a record quarterly loss of $385 million due to labor actions causing businesses to switch carriers, resulting in a 40% drop in parcel revenue. South Carolina truck driver Dennis Eugene West and his company pleaded guilty to negligent discharge of pollutants after West crashed while driving under the influence in West Virginia. The August 2022 crash spilled thousands of gallons of alkyl dimethylamine into Paint Creek, which temporarily harmed aquatic life, resulting in West and the company facing over $1.6 million in restitution and penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to a special Thanksgiving-week edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?! with your host, Malcolm Harris! Even though he's out of the studio and home for the holidays, Malcolm is still delivering—like DoorDash—with a jam-packed double feature you won't want to miss. Today's Lineup John Kingston – Editor-at-Large, FreightWaves John joins to break down his latest article on what he calls the “jobs apocalypse” hitting logistics. From AI-driven workforce disruption to what's happening inside Trimble's panels, he digs into: Why AI could eliminate thousands of entry-level logistics jobs CH Robinson's AI-powered transformation The shifting role of human judgment What this means for the future of freight work Carlos Guillen – President & Cofounder, BG Trucking Carlos brings an inspiring deep-dive into cross-border operations, driver-first culture, and BG's explosive growth to 400+ employees across 11 states. He shares: What true high-compliance cross-border trucking looks like The tech and transparency powering BG's success How BG supports its drivers and protects them on high-risk routes Their powerful community partnerships, including a California Fire Foundation wildfire relief initiative with a mobile QR-coded donation trailer Breaking News + Headlines Malcolm also covers: A container ship fire that forced four terminals to shut down at the Port of LA A tentative deal between Canada Post and its union A wild near-disaster involving the ECU Pirates' equipment truck Brand-new, just-dropped reporting: Amazon shutting down a Little Rock warehouse due to earthquake-related structural flaws Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to a special Thanksgiving-week edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?! with your host, Malcolm Harris! Even though he's out of the studio and home for the holidays, Malcolm is still delivering—like DoorDash—with a jam-packed double feature you won't want to miss. Today's Lineup John Kingston – Editor-at-Large, FreightWaves John joins to break down his latest article on what he calls the “jobs apocalypse” hitting logistics. From AI-driven workforce disruption to what's happening inside Trimble's panels, he digs into: Why AI could eliminate thousands of entry-level logistics jobs CH Robinson's AI-powered transformation The shifting role of human judgment What this means for the future of freight work Carlos Guillen – President & Cofounder, BG Trucking Carlos brings an inspiring deep-dive into cross-border operations, driver-first culture, and BG's explosive growth to 400+ employees across 11 states. He shares: What true high-compliance cross-border trucking looks like The tech and transparency powering BG's success How BG supports its drivers and protects them on high-risk routes Their powerful community partnerships, including a California Fire Foundation wildfire relief initiative with a mobile QR-coded donation trailer Breaking News + Headlines Malcolm also covers: A container ship fire that forced four terminals to shut down at the Port of LA A tentative deal between Canada Post and its union A wild near-disaster involving the ECU Pirates' equipment truck Brand-new, just-dropped reporting: Amazon shutting down a Little Rock warehouse due to earthquake-related structural flaws Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Experts at the Trimble Insight conference are forecasting a "significant reduction" in employment levels as rapidly maturing AI tools become cheaper and more efficient than human workers. This technological shift is already translating into measurable gains, with companies like C.H. Robinson openly connecting rising profitability directly to a shrinking workforce. However, achieving the full strategic potential of AI requires clean and comprehensive data, meaning much of the current investment is directed toward routine tasks that don't rely on perfect data, such as calling drivers or getting quotes. Regulation is increasing alongside technological pressure where the Department of Transportation is developing a data-driven severity scoring system to proactively identify and shut down dangerous "chameleon carriers". This federal crackdown will flag patterns of fraud, including shared addresses and recycled phone numbers, while also reflecting heightened attention to operational risks, such as the electrical fire that shut down four terminals at the Port of Los Angeles following an explosion on the ONE Henry Hudson. We also analyze the high-stakes future of North American rail with the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger necessary to compete effectively with the evolving trucking sector. Nevertheless, analysts are highly skeptical of the forecast for 10% volume growth within three years given the rail industry's decade of flat volume, ensuring the Surface Transportation Board will conduct a stringent and independent review. Finally, we touch upon the tentative contract agreement reached between Canada Post and its largest union after two years of contentious talks, which came right after Canada Post reported a record quarterly loss of $385 million. Ultimately, the intense demands from AI and the new government scrutiny raise a critical question for managers across the supply chain: how quickly will clean data become the single most defining competitive advantage in the entire freight ecosystem? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The container ship ONE Henry Hudson was towed out to anchorage at the Port of Los Angeles after an electrical fire that began onboard while it was berthed was substantially contained. The incident temporarily suspended port operations, closed four of the seven container terminals, and led to a mile-wide safety zone, though no injuries were reported among the 23-person crew. Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement following over two years of bitter negotiations and strike activity by more than 50,000 mail carriers. The agreement comes as the national mail carrier reported a record quarterly loss of $385 million due to labor actions causing businesses to switch carriers, resulting in a 40% drop in parcel revenue. South Carolina truck driver Dennis Eugene West and his company pleaded guilty to negligent discharge of pollutants after West crashed while driving under the influence in West Virginia. The August 2022 crash spilled thousands of gallons of alkyl dimethylamine into Paint Creek, which temporarily harmed aquatic life, resulting in West and the company facing over $1.6 million in restitution and penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode: Black Friday pressures for retailers, workforce reduction at Bell and Canada Post, youth mental health challenges, Alberta's new free expression law for professionals and other topics.Follow us on: X @cadHRnews; LinkedIn @ Canada HR News Podcast to get the latest HR updates.Canadian retailers are under mounting pressure this holiday season as shoppers tighten their budgets amid rising prices, tariffs, and economic uncertainty | Retailers feel Black Friday pressure as Canadians expected to tighten their spending | CBC News Bell Canada has announced another major round of layoffs, cutting approximately 690 jobs nationwide. The majority are non‑unionized management roles | Bell slashes nearly 700 jobs in latest round of layoffs | CBC News Canada Post is expecting to lose up to 30,000 employees by 2035 through retirement and voluntary departures | Canada Post expects to lose 30K employees to retirement, voluntary departures by 2035 Bill 13, the Regulated Professions Neutrality Act has been introduced by Alberta to protect the free expression of professionals in regulated occupations | Free expression for regulated professionals | alberta.ca A new report from Mental Health Research Counsil and Greenshield , highlights how economic instability is fueling a youth mental health crisis in Canada | Generation Under Pressure: Canadian Youth Confronting Today's Challenges — Mental Health Research Canada As 2026 approaches, Canadian workplaces are preparing for major shifts driven by technology, skills, and employee expectations | HR trends and priorities for 2026 | ADP If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, send us a message at LinkedIn or X @CadHRNews
U.S. President Donald Trump's 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan and the growing calls by other nations that changes must be made; More from Johannesburg, South Africa, where Prime Minister Carney seized the opportunity to secure investment in Canada at the G20 summit; The mixed reactions from businesses after Canada Post and the union representing postal workers reached an agreement in principle.
The latest from Bella Coola, B.C., where a grizzly bear attacked students and teachers on a field trip, sending four to the hospital; Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have reached a deal in principle after two years of bargaining but have yet to finalize tentative agreement; The heartwarming story of a father and his nine-year-old son who are spreading joy through random acts of kindness in P.E.I.
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ILS Educational Programs Manager Alex Eames speaks with Moin Yahya about whether the state should run the postal service. They explore the history of Canada Post's monopoly, competition and innovation in mail delivery, and why Lysander Spooner's 19th-century rebellion still matters for debates about government-run enterprises today. References: Moin A. Yahya — Faculty Profile (University of Alberta, Law) https://apps.ualberta.ca/directory/person/myahya Canada Post Corporation Act (Justice Laws, Government of Canada) https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-10/ Lysander Spooner, The Unconstitutionality of the Laws of Congress Prohibiting Private Mails (1844) — full text https://oll.libertyfund.org/titles/spooner-the-unconstitutionality-of-the-laws-of-congress-prohibiting-private-mails-1844 American Letter Mail Company (Spooner's private competitor to the U.S. Post) — Overview (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Letter_Mail_Company Royal Mail — Background & 2013 Privatization (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Mail --- Thanks to our patrons—especially Kris Rondolo—for supporting The Curious Task. To join them: https://patreon.com/curioustask
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In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton welcomes back Supply Chain Dive senior reporter Max Garland for a fast-paced look at the biggest logistics stories shaping Q4 2025. Max breaks down the latest peak season surcharges, noting how FedEx, UPS, and Amazon are raising fees while newer players like U-Speed and GoBolt are winning business with “no-fee” strategies. He also shares how shippers can protect margins through early planning and carrier diversification.The conversation continues with updates on Amazon Shipping's growing market share, UPS's first-ever driver buyouts, and the widespread impact of the de minimis rule's repeal, which has cost brands like Lululemon hundreds of millions. They wrap with coverage of the Canada Post strike, exploring what it means for holiday deliveries and why U.S. shippers should take note. Insightful, data-driven, and timely, this episode offers practical takeaways for supply chain professionals heading into peak season.Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(02:39) 2025 peak season fees overview(05:19) Amazon Shipping's market moves(08:35) UPS buyouts and workforce changes(10:16) End of de minimis and its impact(13:15) Canada Post strike updatesResources:Connect with Max Garland: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxgarland/ Learn more about Supply Chain Dive: https://www.supplychaindive.com/ Connect with Scott Luton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkWEBINAR- Optimizing End-to-End Logistics: Efficiency, Collaboration, and Innovation- https://bit.ly/4ml2TZhWEBINAR- Empowering Decision-Making in 2026 with Supply Chain Orchestration: https://bit.ly/3W7swlLWEBINAR- Inside Outdoor Cap's Warehouse: How Voice Picking Elevated Daily Operations: https://bit.ly/49m4D1zWEBINAR- Supply Chain Strength: Strategies that Deliver in any Economy: https://bit.ly/4hqTnTHThis episode was hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Joshua Miranda, Trisha Cordes, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/breaking-news-now-1498
Auto workers and politicians react with fury to news carmaker Stellantis plans to move part of its Canadian production to the U.S.. Ontario's premier calls the U.S. president, “a piece of work” for the trade war that the company says is the reason for the move.And: Hamas says it has handed over all the hostage bodies it can easily retrieve. AndIsrael has begun returning the bodies of Palestinians killed in the fighting to health officials in Gaza. But it's also putting pressure on Hamas by refusing — so far — to open a border crossing to allow more humanitarian aid into the territory.Also: Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere jumped by the highest amount on record last year. The United Nations says the increase is so high, it's turbo-charging the Earth's climate, causing more extreme weather.Plus: New premier designate in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Post strike affects elections, typhoon in Alaska, and more.
The government may be shut down, but labor never stops, so neither do we. We open with some headlines at Mauser Packaging Solutions, Hilton Hotels, Canada Post, Microsoft, the nation of Greece, and the LA Times. Home healthcare workers in Michigan won a huge union victory this week, with tens of thousands winning union representation for the first time. Thousands of healthcare workers in California and Hawaii are gearing up for what may be the largest strike at Kaiser Permanente in history this week. The Trump Administration is using its own campaign of terror against farmworkers to justify lowering their wages. Finally, Chicago has become the epicenter of ICE's attack on the working class, and even the Pope is calling for labor unions to step up their defense. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter, John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee
The U.S. Trade Representative has announced new tariffs on Chinese-made container cranes set to go into effect on November 9th, in response to China's use of unfair trade practices in shipping and shipbuilding. These levies, which include 100% tariffs on ship-to-shore container cranes, could stack with existing duties, bringing the total assessed tariffs on some Chinese exports to between 125% and 270%. Canadian mail carriers, represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, have switched from a nationwide strike to local rotating strikes. Union officials characterized the move as a compromise allowing the restart of mail and parcel service after a two-week national shutdown, although Canada Post has suspended all service guarantees due to the uncertainty caused by the new rotating actions. Amazon is continuing to significantly build out its footprint by opening its largest fulfillment center ever in the Pacific Northwest and simultaneously constructing a large, automated distribution center in Indiana. The facility in Woodburn, Oregon, covers 3.8 million square feet—four times the size of Portland's International Airport terminals—and Amazon plans to initially hire 3,000 people to run the operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a marvelous Monday on What The Truck?!? with your host Malcolm Harris, bringing you the latest on trends, talent, and technology shaking up the freight world. In today's episode: Tim Crawford, CEO of Tenstreet, breaks down Q3 driver hiring and retention data — including why drivers are staying put, what's next for recruiting, and how carriers can weather the storm in a tight market. Carly Gumby, VP of Revenue at Transfix, joins to talk about pricing automation, AI fatigue, and how brokers can win big this RFP season by using data-driven strategies that actually work. Plus: Global headlines on rising tariffs, Canada Post strikes, CH Robinson's latest tech launch, and what it all means for carriers and shippers. How AI and automation can streamline operations without losing the human touch. Why relationships still drive success — even in an increasingly digital freight world. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a marvelous Monday on What The Truck?!? with your host Malcolm Harris, bringing you the latest on trends, talent, and technology shaking up the freight world. In today's episode: Tim Crawford, CEO of Tenstreet, breaks down Q3 driver hiring and retention data — including why drivers are staying put, what's next for recruiting, and how carriers can weather the storm in a tight market. Carly Gumby, VP of Revenue at Transfix, joins to talk about pricing automation, AI fatigue, and how brokers can win big this RFP season by using data-driven strategies that actually work. Plus: Global headlines on rising tariffs, Canada Post strikes, CH Robinson's latest tech launch, and what it all means for carriers and shippers. How AI and automation can streamline operations without losing the human touch. Why relationships still drive success — even in an increasingly digital freight world. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said Thursday that Alberta will need to 'attract' B.C.'s support if it wants to execute its proposal for an oil pipeline to the West Coast. B.C. Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions Adrian Dix argues that B.C. can't support 'a project that doesn't exist.' Plus, CUPW negotiator Jim Gallant says the postal workers' union is moving to rotating strikes that will let delivery resume because 'our fight is not with the public,' but accuses Ottawa of adding 'poison pills' to its contract negotiations with Canada Post.
The differences between Canada and the US as functioning democracies keep widening, and the reasons are baked-in to our history. Plus, Carney's handling of Trump and Canada Post can't read the room. Stephen Lautens can be found on Facebook: stephen.lautens Bluesky: @stephenlautens.bsky.social Steven Kerzner is on Facebook: StevenJKerzner
Episode Title: A Day Late and a Dollar Short Podcast: Have Coffee Will Travel Hosts: Shawn & Leah This week on Have Coffee Will Travel, we're feeling the crunch — financially, mentally, and emotionally. Shawn's on strike with Canada Post, Leah's trying to get her new foot care business off the ground, and the bills […] The post A Day Late and a Dollar Short appeared first on The ESO Network.
President Donald Trump's expansion of tariffs, which includes a new 25% duty on imported medium and heavy-duty trucks is set to begin November 1st. This decision follows a federal probe under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act and is aimed at protecting U.S. manufacturers like Peterbilt and Kenworth. The broadcast also covers the escalating labor situation at Canada Post, which has presented a scaled-back offer to 50,000 striking mail carriers that increases the likelihood of job cuts. The company's proposed collective bargaining agreement no longer includes a signing bonus due to its deteriorating financial position and plans to eliminate lifetime job security provisions for urban unit employees. Furthermore, the U.S. Department of Transportation has issued an emergency federal order leading to California and Oregon suspending the issuance of non-domiciled CDLs. This crackdown follows an FMCSA audit that found widespread non-compliance, including that more than 25% of California's non-domiciled CDLs were improperly issued. Don't miss the upcoming FreightWaves TV programming, including Loaded and Rolling and Check Call. You can also join the leaders shaping the future of freight at the F3: Future of Freight Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee, which is just two weeks away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Several critical developments are pointing toward a rising cost of uncertainty across the logistics landscape. Analysts are trimming expectations for the back half of the year, with Morgan Stanley significantly cutting earnings per share estimates for most truckload and less-than-truckload carriers due to high shipper uncertainty and continuing industrial contraction.. A major regulatory shift occurred when the U.S. Court of Appeals overturned a key Federal Maritime Commission rule regarding detention and demurrage fees, a ruling analyzed in Demurrage dilemma: court overturns FMC's trucking rule. Specifically, the court found the FMC rule that categorically blocked demurrage charges against motor carriers to be "arbitrary and capricious," potentially opening the door for drayage carriers, who often lack leverage, to be billed for these terminal fees once again. Equipment costs are set to rise after President Trump announced a new 25% tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks starting November 1st, as reported in Trump to impose 25% tariff on trucks starting Nov. 1. Since the U.S. imports the majority of these trucks from Mexico, the tariff could significantly raise the total cost of ownership for U.S. fleets, potentially slowing down equipment replacement cycles, even if vehicles nominally fall under the USMCA agreement. North of the border, Canada Post is facing a severe labor crisis linked to its deep financial struggles, having incurred losses of $2.7 billion since 2018, leading to a crucial update in Canada Post reduces contract offer to striking workers, warns of job cuts. The postal operator rescinded a $500 to $1,000 signing bonus and is proposing to eliminate lifetime job security for urban employees while aiming to downsize the workforce through attrition, buyouts, and early retirement to facilitate needed modernization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest: Omar Mosleh, Toronto Star reporter The RCMP says it has dismantled one of the largest dark web drug networks in Canadian history, a GTA-based group called RoadRunna that was allegedly shipping about 400 packages of drugs a week across Canada, including through Canada Post. Seven people from Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga are facing charges after officers seized 75 kilograms of cocaine, MDMA, heroin, meth, ketamine and more than 10,000 pills. But the RoadRunna bust is part of a larger story of how the dark web continues to be a hub for traffickers, how criminals are switching to more sophisticated tools from Bitcoin to Monero and even to encrypted apps like Telegram, and how police are finding cracks in what was once seen as an anonymous online safe haven.Experts warn that while these takedowns are significant, dark web markets rarely stay offline for long. This episode was mixed by Paulo Marques
Oregon's Secretary of State tells us nobody there of any political stripe wants the president to send in the National Guard -- so the state is doing everything it can to prevent that.We'll hear how people inside the CBS newsroom are reacting to the announcement that a firebrand media critic known for criticizing outlets like theirs will now be their boss. The late forensic scientist Edward T. Blake's work on DNA testing changed criminal trials and helped exonerate wrongfully convicted people. A rural newspaper editor tells us about the small army of volunteers who are making sure readers still have access to local news during the Canada Post strike. Connor McDavid signs a contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers -- and whatever that contract contains, Superfan Magoo can barely contain himself. A new trial project will see toilet paper from sewage transformed into glucose -- but the utility swears that sugar won't be used in any food products.As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio gives new meaning to en sweet bathroom.
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Canada Post is having an “existential crisis” (who isn't?) Westjet adds a new fee to flying but says it's all about “refreshing” our options. Teachers in Alberta are set to walk out. What do the teachers want? (When do they want it? Before Monday morning!) We've run out of ideas to end the tariffs so we're trying potato chip diplomacy. And there's a new way to track your kid and all you need is a screwdriver. Priyanka, Kris Siddiqi, and Alice Moran take this week's news quiz with host Gavin Crawford. We'd love to hear from you! Complete our listener survey here: https://cbc.ca/BecauseSurvey
Justice Minister Sean Fraser promises new laws to crack down on child luring and sextortion. Manchester police say one of the two people killed at an English synagogue was hit by a police bullet. US president Donald Trump gives Hamas until Sunday evening to agree to his Gaza peace proposal. Mark Carney heading to Washington next Tuesday for talks with Donald Trump. Canada Post makes a new offer to its striking workers. Intelligence watchdog says the Canada Revenue Agency could not justify why it audited so many Muslim charities. The Yukon is heading into a territorial election. Sarah Mullally becomes Archbishop of Canterbury and first female spiritual leader of the Church of England. Taylor Swift's 12th original studio album "The Life of a Showgirl" is out, and Swifties are excited.
The Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport just opened an 80,000 square foot airside warehouse designed for non-express general cargo, marking the first completed project at the new CVG Global Logistics Park. This dedicated area for cargo activity separates it from passenger traffic to increase efficiency, and it exists alongside the primary U.S. air hubs for Amazon Air and DHL Express. The Port of Savannah shows resilience against trade war fears, handling 534,037 TEUs in August, which is a 9% year-over-year increase and the third highest volume in its history. Although container volumes were robust, totaling over 1.01 million TEUs fiscal year to date, the Port of Savannah did see a decline of 14.3% year-over-year in autos and machinery shipments. We discuss the bleak outlook for the still-waging Canada Post battle, as industry analysts suggest mail carriers on strike are actively jeopardizing their own jobs. Analysts argue that the striking carriers' demands prevent Canada Post from undertaking necessary restructuring needed to modernize and win back parcel customers who have already fled to courier companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode conducts a deep dive into the current volatility of the freight market, focusing on how agility is the critical metric for survival and success. Using recent ATBS data, we analyze how successful owner-operators are improving their net income, despite rising fixed costs, especially maintenance, by maintaining stability and focusing on calculating their contribution margin. New tariffs on imported heavy-duty trucks are expected to curb new truck orders, leading to a predicted rise in used truck prices due to scarcity. Meanwhile, on global ocean lanes, Asia-to-US West Coast container rates dropped another 15% last week, forcing carriers to blank about 13% of scheduled sailings to stabilize rates amidst ongoing trade risk . Not all global movement is weak, as the Port of Savannah stands out, having handled over 534,000 TEUs in August, due in part to infrastructure adaptation like the new fast-track routing system. We also cover the major policy fight concerning the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger, which BNSF argues will hurt competition and service, while the merging parties claim it will boost volume with single-line options. In transportation technology, Einride achieved the world's first cabless electric fully autonomous cross-border delivery between Sweden and Norway, proving that autonomous systems can manage complex international regulatory requirements through digital integration. Conversely, the ongoing Canada Post strike is presented as a case study in failing to adapt with workers resisting modernization, leading to private carriers scooping up quickly diverted parcel volumes and the postal service's market share plummeting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the last fifteen years different governments in Ottawa have known tough choices were going to have to be made about the Post Office. But those choices were delayed or postponed. Now it's tough-choice time again. Is there a better way to deal with situations like this? Just one of the angles faced in today's episode of Moore-Butts Conversation #24. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Carney says Canada Post is “insolvent,” but is it possible to save it? Isaac Peltz joins to brainstorm ways to get Canada Post off life support and to explain why coverage in Canada is missing out on the big story of labour in this country. Plus, an update on Travis Dhanraj's issues with the CBC. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Lucie Laumonier (Associate producer and Fact Checking) Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Isaac Peltz Further reading: Canada Post workers walk off the job after government demands reforms | CBC NewsIn France, Elder Care Comes with the Mail | The New YorkerThe truth is that Canada Post was simply set up to fail - The Globe and MailWhy the Canada Post strike is not just a ‘labour dispute' – The IndependentEdmonton MP Heather McPherson enters NDP leadership race | CBC News Travis Dhanraj Breaks His Silence: "CBC Tried to Shut Me Up" - Can't Be Censored [YouTube] Sponsors: Sprague Cannery: You can find Sprague goods across the nation in major Canadian retailers like Costco, Loblaws, Walmart, Giant Tiger and many smaller independent stores.MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland.Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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No Contract, No Coffee Pledge: https://starbucksworkersunited.controlshift.app/petitions/no-contract-no-coffee-pledge-to-act-in-solidarity-with-starbucks-workers-united We're back at full strength as John returns this week, and it was a busy one! We start with headlines from Microsoft, Apple, Volkswagen, Aricell, RISE, Northwell Health, Oklahoma Public Schools, Spirit Airlines, and Starbucks. In a wild story from friend of the show Claudia Irizarry Aponte at The City, managers at Brooklyn Defender Services tried to bribe workers to replace the UAW with a company union. We've got an update on the continuing mobilization of Italian workers in solidarity with Palestine, as dockworkers from around Europe pledge efforts to coordinate. Teamsters at the University of Minnesota brilliantly used their leverage to win the first strike in their history. Canada Post workers are on strike once again, this time as the Liberal government launches attempts to gut postal service nationwide. Finally, in the spirit of many recent worker uprisings, we check in on the struggle in Ecuador, where Indigenous-led movements are fighting IMF austerity. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter, John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the police murder of Nooran Rizayi in Saint-Hubert, and how the police in Canada are totally out of control. Plus, they talk about Canada Post and what we stand to lose if the corporation makes the changes that the federal government is allowing them to make. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with journalists Rob Russo and Tonda MacCharles to discuss the tricky politics facing the Carney government amid the Canada Post strike, adjunct professor at St. Francis Xavier University Justin Gregg breaks down the science behind the uniquely human habit of anthropomorphization, senior fellow with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute Elizabeth Buchanan explains why Greenland's future remains an open question, and Nobel Peace Prize-winning journalist Maria Ressa warns about the threats posed to democracy -- and ways to combat -- disinformation.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday
Canadian journalist Nora Loreto reads the latest headlines for Friday, September 26, 2025.TRNN has partnered with Loreto to syndicate and share her daily news digest with our audience. Tune in every morning to the TRNN podcast feed to hear the latest important news stories from Canada and worldwide.Find more headlines from Nora at Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast feed.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!
The Canadian government announced major reform for Canada Post including the end of most door-to-door delivery and reduced frequency, as part of a turnaround plan for the "insolvent" national carrier. This decision comes as the institution, suffering from an outdated business model and protracted labor disputes, is on track to lose US$1.1 billion this year alone, adding to US$3.6 billion in losses since 2018. Singapore's Seatrium Ltd. has completed the sale of its Texas shipyard at the Port of Brownsville to Karpower Valley LLC for around $50 million. The 240-acre facility supports various offshore and marine engineering projects, and the buyer is an affiliate of Karpowership, the global operator of 50 floating power plants. The Port of San Diego has appointed Matthew Vesby as its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), tapping into his more than 20 years of public sector experience, including 14 years with the City of San Diego. Vesby will oversee multiple key areas, including Commissioner Services, Human Resources, and IT departments, and is dedicated to supporting staff success. Stay current on all the biggest trends in transportation and register now for the F3: Future of Freight Festival, happening October 21-22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canada Post says it won't ask the government to force striking workers back to their jobs.Canada avoids recession with 0.2 percent economic growth in July.Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes a defiant stance in today's UN General Assembly speech.Former FBI director, James Comey, indicted on charges related to Russia investigation.Millions of dollars spent to send Canadians to US for specialized cancer treatment.
At Issue this week: Canada Post workers go back on strike after the Liberals unveil a plan to save it from its ‘existential crisis.' The Conservatives call for the public safety minister to be fired over leaked gun buyback comments. And Prime Minister Mark Carney tries to find more trade allies. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
They're walking picket lines instead of delivery routes. Canada Post employees are off the job. They're angry about not having a contract, and about changes to the crown corporation – announced yesterday by the federal government. And: “Serious and urgent” – Canada's cybersecurity agency is warning companies to take immediate action to defend against a malicious attack on virtual private networks (VPNs). Also: U.S. President Donald Trump says he doesn't have a list, but more indictments are likely coming. Yesterday, the Department of Justice issued an indictment against former FBI director James Comey – a man Trump had been threatening for years. Plus: Prime Minister Carney travels to London, Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the UN as many countries walk out of the assembly, fall Covid -19 shots, and more.
President of the Palestinian Authority Mahmood Abbas disavows Hamas during his United Nations address. Prime Minister Mark Carney departs on his latest international trip today, this time to the United Kingdom. Residents of Churchill, Manitoba waiting for news on national-building project that would expand and upgrade their 100-year-old port. The federal government is expected to announce new measures to help Canada Post deal with chronic financial shortfalls. Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to five years after being found guilty of conspiracy connected to late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi. Some Quebeckers pushing back on the provincial government eliminating the use of gender neutral language in official government communications.
FedEx Freight is becoming a standalone public company, with its parent planning to spend $600 million to enhance its IT systems and infrastructure ahead of the separation . Consolidated adjusted earnings for FedEx were strong for the fiscal first quarter, exceeding expectations even though FedEx Freight revenue saw a 3.1% year-over-year decline. Hear the latest on the ongoing labor negotiations as Canada Post prepares to present a new contract offer to unionized mail carriers in an effort to break the existing stalemate. However, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers declined to immediately drop their limited strike action—a ban on delivering marketing mail—and asked why negotiations need to be postponed for another week after two years without new collective agreements. The morning minute also features the opening of the Savage Tooele Railroad in the northwest corridor of Utah, marking the state's first new short line railroad in over a century. This 11-mile route restores a former Union Pacific branch and serves the Lakeview Business Park, a project Governor Spencer Cox hailed as a major step forward for Utah's economy . Tune into FreightWaves TV later today for WHAT THE TRUCK?!? with Malcolm Harris at noon. You can also register for next month's State of Freight which will be live and in-person at the Future Freight Festival (F3). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices