Bio Submitted I’ve been driving across North America for 42 years. When I was younger, I’d join my dad in his truck as he hauled lime for farmers in Quebec’s Eastern Townships. It took me no time to realize I wanted to follow in my father’s footsteps. For the past...
Driver of the Month
AMTA October 2025 Driver of the Month: Volodymyr (Vlad) Holyk, Trimac Energy Services (Edmonton AB)
Bio Submitted I was born in Ukraine and moved to Canada in 2008, seeking a fresh start and better opportunities for my family. I’ve been married for 20 years to my amazing and supportive wife, Mariya, together we have two beautiful daughters. Moving to a new country...
Manitoba Driver Named National Driver of the Year
Mario Bulacso of Steinbach, Man., has been named the 2025 Canadian Trucking Alliance/Volvo Trucks Canada National Driver of the Year. A livestock hauler with HyLife, Mario has built a 10-year, collision-free career marked by professionalism, safety, and dedication to animal care.
Recognized as Manitoba’s Driver of the Year in 2024, Mario now earns Canada’s top honour for professional drivers. His commitment to mentoring new drivers and building community on the road highlights the leadership and integrity that make him an industry ambassador.
AMTA September 2025 Driver of the Month: Shannon Quick, Canada Cartage (Edmonton, AB)
Bio Submitted The dream started when I was about 8 years old, when my uncle took me for a ride in a dump truck through the Qu’Appelle Valley. He was my favorite uncle who was always there to teach me things. After looking at the way he handled that truck, I was...
AMTA June 2025 Driver of the Month: Bill Gordon, XTL Transport Inc. (Airdrie, AB)
Bio Submitted Bill started his career as a truck driver earlier than most—he would ride with his father when he was still a kid. Trucking is a bit of a family business, with Bill's father and brother making a living from truck driving. Bill himself started in 1993...
AMTA May 2025 Driver of the Month: Andre Tailleur, Canada Cartage (Edmonton, AB)
Bio Submitted Andre first learned about equipment and issues from his father working on the farm. He had always enjoyed driving, so when they sold the farm, Andre decided to start highway driving. Andre appreciated the older drivers who helped him out. The most...
AMTA April 2025 Driver of the Month: Clinton Millard, Precision Trucklines
Bio Submitted When I found myself laid off at Flexi Coil in Saskatoon, I had a major life choice to make. My brother had been trucking for a while and seemed to like it. Plus, the fact that I had become friends with several truckers at our favourite watering...
AMTA March 2025 Driver of the Month: Iqbal Gill, XTL Transport Inc. (Airdrie, AB)
Bio Submitted My name is Iqbal Gill. I am originally from India, and I came to Canada in 2013 with my parents as a permanent resident. I settled in Calgary, Alberta, in 2013 and still reside there with my family. My favorite thing to do is spend quality time with my...
AMTA February 2025 Driver of the Month: Jason Lowry, Bison Transport Inc. (Rocky View, AB)
Bio Submitted Congratulations to Jason Lowry on winning the AMTA Alberta Driver of the Month award! Jason has been with Bison since August 2019 and has truly proven himself to be a standout member of our team. As an In-Cab Instructor in our renowned Driver Finishing...









