National Trucking Week is being marked all across Canada from September 1 to 7, a time to recognize all individuals that keep the country and its economy moving.
    National Trucking Week began in the 1990 by the National Trucking Alliance.
    “National Trucking Week has been embraced by the industry as a way to spotlight the contributions of the hundreds of thousands of men and women of the Canadian trucking industry who keep the country’s freight moving, 24 hours a day, seven days a week,’ said David H. Bradley President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Trucking alliance.
    Throughout the country, there will be all kinds of ways the industry will be marking the event. Along with celebrations come awareness.

National Trucking Week spotlights the contributions of the hundreds of thousands of men and women of the Canadian trucking industry who keep freight moving, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

    “During National Trucking Week, various events will be occurring across the country where the trucking community in Canada – and we hope others – will come together to celebrate a job well done, to recognize those who make it happen and to promote the industry’s dedication to safety – not only of our own but that of the people with whom trucks share the roads and highways – and to environmental enhancement,” said Bradley.
    He points out that while the economy continues to rebuild, so does the trucking industry and this will take hard work.
    “While we are far from out of the woods yet in terms of the economy, it is a testament to the hard work, the dedication and the perseverance of everyone in every company that there is every reason to believe that the industry is poised for new growth and new opportunity. As I have said before, the glory years of trucking are yet to come. We have the best people, providing the best possible service,’ said Bradley.
 He offers his thanks and praise to the entire industry.
    “So, to all those people who make the industry -- drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, or if you work at any one of the hundreds of other jobs that keep our economy moving, I thank you on behalf of the Canadian Trucking Alliance and the provincial trucking associations. It is surely a privilege and an honour for me to be associated with such a remarkable group of individuals.
    Most of the people of the trucking industry are unsung heroes. While you may feel you toil in anonymity, be proud of what you do, know that you are appreciated and enjoy National Trucking Week 2013.”

    As summer comes to an end and kids head back to school, it is also time to figure out what the kids are up to after school.
    Wednesday, September 11 is the best chance to see many of the programs offered in Drumheller in one place at the Fall Sports Recreation and Arts  Expo at the Badlands Community Facility.
    This has become an autumn tradition where exhibitors from virtually every community organization from Drumheller and area setup to let residents know what they offer.
    The best part of the event is that it is free for exhibitors and for residents to check out.

The Fall Sports Recreation and Arts Expo is coming up on Wednesday, September 11. This is a chance to see what programs and services are available to residents and to register all in one place.

    Often at the expo, residents can see first hand some of the quality programs through demonstrations. This has included everything from dance and fitness to sports demos.
    To complement the expo The Drumheller Mail will be releasing its Fall Program Guide. The guide, released at the same time as the expo, lists the dates, times, locations, and contact information for the featured clubs, an invaluable resource for anyone wishing to get active. The guide will also highlight which clubs will be present at the expo.
    The Expo takes place at the Badlands Community Facility on Wednesday, September 11 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.  This is a chance to get information and to register for many of the activities offered in the community.