The Documentary Podcast Navigating faith on the road
Nov 21, 2025
Join Sukhpal Singh, a long-haul Sikh truck driver, who navigates 10,000 miles a month while practicing a vegetarian diet and juggling family connections. Gurpreet Singh shares heartwarming tales of Seva, emphasizing community and support on the road. Harkirat Singh highlights the Gurdwara's role as a sanctuary for truckers, offering meals and fellowship. Pardeep Singh Nagra offers insights into the rich history of Sikh settlers in Canada, underlining their impact on the trucking industry and resilience in the face of prejudice.
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Life Full-Time In The Cab
- Sukhpal Singh lives and works from his truck cabin equipped with a fridge, microwave and navigation screens.
- He packs vegetarian meals for weeks to maintain his faith and diet while travelling thousands of miles each month.
Truckers Reshape Settlement And Services
- Sikh truckers form a visible and growing part of Canada's trucking workforce, reshaping local economies and settlement patterns.
- Their routes stimulate businesses from truck stops to remote places of worship across Canada and into the US.
Missing Milestones Back Home
- Sukhpal misses family moments: his four-year-old son forgets him during long trips.
- He stays connected with calls and home cameras but accepts the emotional cost of long-haul work.