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When the #convoyns2015 ends its route on September 19, it’s not the end of the day. At noon, upon the drivers return, Charlie A’Court will take the stage.  All to celebrate the end of the truckers’ run through Dartmouth and the success of our efforts in raising money for Special Olympics athletes.

“I’m really looking forward to playing this show,” says Charlie A’Court. “This is my first time doing something with Special Olympics, and I’d like to continue playing shows like this in the future with the organization.”

A’Court, a singer-songwriter-guitarist, is an East Coast native – a five time ECMA winner including 2015 Blues Recording of the Year and twice named Music Nova Scotia’s Entertainer of the Year. From blues, to pop, to R&B and soul, A’Court has a variety of musical talent.

For the World’s Largest Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia, @charlieacourt wants to give back to the community through this great cause.

“I hope this is the first step of many,” he says. “I want to do more with [Special Olympics Nova Scotia].”

“Truckers are on the road all the time, and I don’t think many people realize how long they are away from their families,” he continues. “I want to celebrate the trucking community and all that it does – the family that’s there, that we can’t see.”

“Truckers really do have #BigHearts.”

Drivers and their families will be able to see Charlie take the stage around noon on September 19^th.

Trucker registration is now open and we are almost 30% sold out!

Registration forms can be found on our website or contact Anne Marie Shannon by email or by phone at (902) 429 – 2266 ext. 2.

To learn more about Charlie, visit his website.

One of the participating trucking companies in last year’s World’s Largest Truck Convoy was Midland Transport Dartmouth.

In 2014, they registered 10 trucks, raising over $3,000 dollars. This landed them first place overall for the most pledges submitted.

Why did they get involved?

“It is such a great cause and it reaches out to so many people as many of us have family and friends with special needs,” says Richard Kalbhenn, Terminal Manager.

According to Richard, his favorite moment from last year was watching both the athletes and drivers with huge smiles on their faces blowing their horns and waving.

This year, Midland has already registered 14 trucks, involving more drivers with a goal of raising extra donations.

“What I like about the event is seeing the trucking community coming together and supporting such a great cause,” he says.

Trucker registration is now open! Last year’s event filled up quickly with a waiting list, so don’t delay – register on the convoy website or contact Anne Marie Shannon at (902) 426-2266 ext. 2.

Thanks to Midland Transport Dartmouth for their continued support. We look forward to seeing all the drivers at the convoy!