Editor’s Note
This investigation reveals critical flaws in Canada’s trucking industry, where a severe driver shortage has led to unqualified individuals operating heavy vehicles. As the backbone of the nation’s economy, ensuring road safety and proper training is paramount.
Truckload of Trouble
March 25, 2025 | Duration 22:30
Trucking is the lifeline of Canada’s economy, and as the country faces a shortage of drivers, Marketplace uncovers shocking details about how some unqualified new recruits are finding their way onto our roads.
“Marketplace uncovers shocking details about how some unqualified truck drivers are finding their way onto our roads — including through bribes, forged documents and a failure of oversight and enforcement.”
Watch the full Marketplace episode Friday at 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m. in Newfoundland, on CBC-TV and anytime on CBC Gem or YouTube.