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Publication Date: March 8, 2026 - 04:00

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Meet the mother-daughter duo at the helm of some of Ottawa's biggest machines

March 8, 2026

Brook Shepherd grew up watching her mom Kerry McLaughlin operate snowplows and other heavy machinery before getting behind the wheel herself. Rachelle Elsiufi caught up with them to hear how they navigate the male-dominated field and why they hope more women follow their lead.



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