CROSSROADS Truck & Career Academy (Ottawa Campus)

Fantastic experience: A very good school. I had no experience with heavy trucks. They showed me everything from A to Z. They are very positive and encouraging. I recommend this school to everyone. Today I obtained my AZ license and I am ready to work...

Fantastic experience: If you're looking to train for AZ/DZ this is the place to learn it. Don't let the price tag scare you, it's worth *every* penny. They take their time to make sure you understand, fantastic instructors and industry leading safety practices.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place. Instructors & staff are simply the best and are very friendly and to their best to help you. Want to have your commercial license? The choice is simple go Crossroads!

Fantastic experience: I had an incredible experience at Crossroads Truck and Career Academy while earning my AC-Z license. The instructors, especially Don, Kert, and Rohan, were extremely knowledgeable and patient, making sure every student understood the material thoroughly. The hands-on training and in-cab hours gave me the confidence and skills I needed to succeed as a professional driver. The program was well-structured, and the team was always supportive. If you're looking for a top-notch trucking school to kickstart your career, I highly recommend Crossroads!

Fantastic experience: Hello Future Truckers, I’m not someone who usually writes reviews online, but I wanted to share with you guys my honest experience with Crossroads Truck & Career Academy. I decided to become a truck driver to start a new life and give my career a new direction. Crossroads was recommended to me by former students, and I must say, I wasn’t disappointed. From the very first interaction with the school staff, I received tremendous support. The lovely Shea guided me through all the administrative processes, and her husband Ken, the owner—the big boss himself—helped me apply for a financing program designed for people pursuing this career path. The training started as planned, and at Crossroads, they take it seriously. You begin with in-class training with Don, an experienced instructor who teaches you everything you need to know about rules, regulations, safety, and trip planning, all delivered with his unique sense of humor. Then, it’s Air Brake training with mighty Kurt, whose motto could be, “If there’s air in it, you’ll be able to drive it.” After that, you move to the yard, where you finally get behind the wheel of one of the school’s many well-maintained trucks. This is where you meet your road instructor, who works to transform you from an amateur car driver into a confident truck driver. All the instructors are skilled and knowledgeable: Chris, Rohan, Bill, Jeff, Megan, and others whose names I may have missed. But for me, Ms. Rachel stood out as one the best. With her unique style she will make sure you become an expert in Schedule 1 inspections, master smooth gear shifting, and develop into a safe and capable driver. Test day at the exam center can be nerve-wracking, but you will overcome it. In case you fail, as I did several times, don’t worry. Go back, work harder, and keep trying. The team at Crossroads will focus on your weak points, help you address them, and rebuild your confidence. That’s exactly what they did for me when I struggled with backing maneuvers. They never gave up on me. Even Ken, the big boss himself, rolled up his sleeves and trained me until I finally passed. So guys, if you’re looking for more than just a driving school that sees you as a number, go to Crossroads. You’ll find family—a team of staff and instructors who will never quit on you. And for newcomers like me, Crossroads was more than a school. It’s a place where I met genuine Canadians—thoughtful professionals committed to preparing you for the road with the skills and confidence you need. Good luck to all of you out there!