• AMTA Annual Conference 2026

    Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. Calgary, Alberta T3E 3X8

    Alberta Motor Transport Association’s (AMTA) Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta.

    The Conference provides tangible takeaways and excellent networking opportunities. It brings together AMTA Membership, innovators, government, policymakers, and supporters to explore and discuss a broad range of leadership, safety, and crucial industry topics to facilitate a robust supply chain and advance and grow Alberta’s economy.

    *Conference Program:

    Wednesday, April 22, 2026
    8:30am - Registration Open
    9:00am - Breakfast
    10:00am - Opening Remarks
    10:15am - Opening Keynote - Pamela Barnum
    11:15am - Leading with Safety: How Top Carriers Build Cultures That Prevent Claims and Drive Results
    12:00pm - Lunch & Networking
    1:00pm - Enforcement in Motion: Trends, Challenges, and Compliance in Alberta's Commercial Transportation
    2:30pm - Annual General Meeting (Eagle Robe/Crow Flag)
    4:00pm-8:00pm - Tradeshow and Networking

    Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
    7:30am - Registration Open
    7:30am - Breakfast Session: Pieter Lambooy, WCB
    8:30am - Panel: Navigating Trade Barriers: Federal and Provincial Impacts on Commercial Carriers
    9:30am - Morning Keynote - Tom Wilson, Moments of Impact (Trigger Warning: Plane Crash, Fatalities)
    10:45am - Networking Break
    11:00am - Predictive Fleet Safety: In-Cab Technologies and More
    12:00pm - Lunch and Networking
    1:00pm - Closing Keynote: Jim Harris
    5:00pm - Awards Celebration Cocktail Hour
    6:00pm - Awards Celebration, Plated Dinner, and Entertainment
    *Program subject to chance

    Grey Eagle Resort Hotel Block Booking Link: https://bookings.travelclick.com/96177?groupID=5008111&hotelID=96177#/guestsandrooms

    Exhibitor Information:
    Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
    Time: 4pm-8pm
    Tradeshow open April 22, 4pm-8pm
    Load-in April 22 - 2:30pm-4:00pm
    Load-out April 22 - 8:00pm-9:30pm

    Member Booth $650.00
    Non-Member Booth $1200.00

    Includes the following:
    - Two (2) tradeshow exhibitor passes are included with each booth
    - 10'x10' pipe and drape with table and two (2) chairs
    - One power outlet Company logo on exhibitor board during event
    - Company logo on exhibitor page in the conference program
    - Two social media posts before, during, or after event
    - Company logo displayed and linked on amta.ca event landing page

    *Applications are accepted until March 16, 2026 or until sold out

    *Invoices must be paid by March 30, 2026 in order to exhibit

    *Program logo due March 16, 2026

    $65.00 – $1300.00
  • Q2 Alberta Passenger Transportation Sub Committee – Virtual

    Virtual

    Alberta Passenger Transportation Sub Committee meeting open to the following members:

    - Full Carrier
    - Subsidiary Carrier
    - Elite Members

    AMTA members that are in or support the following industries: Chauffeur, Limousine, School Bus, Transit, Motor Coach, Accessible TRA

    Agenda TBA

    *Meeting link will be sent with confirmation email once you have registered.

    Free
  • AMTA May Regional Meeting – Virtual

    Virtual

    AMTA Regional Meetings are an opportunity for members, stakeholders, and anyone interested in commercial transportation to gather and learn about industry updates, WCB, Alberta Sheriffs, AMTA events, and guest speakers.

    Meeting: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Post-Meeting Tailgate: 1:00pm - 1:30 pm

    Feature Topic: Keeping it Basic: Strengthening Safety Culture and Operational Efficiency with Technology in Transportation

    Guest Panelists: Sarah Shaw (Strategic HSE), Jeff Rosnau (Whitecourt Transport Inc.), and moderated by Doug Walton (AMTA)

    *Meeting link will be sent with confirmation email once you have registered.

    Free
  • AMTA 2026 Medicine Hat Safety Summit

    Medicine Hat Lodge - 1051 Ross Glen Drive. S.E, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 3T8

    Safety is at the forefront of commercial transportation in Alberta.

    In 2026, AMTA will be presenting two day-long Safety Summits across Alberta. The Medicine Hat Safety Summit will take place on Thursday, May 14th, 2026. Join us for a full day of content including a keynote presentation, and sessions with WCB, Trucking HR Canada and more. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. See you there!

    Agenda:

    7:00am - 8:00am: Tradeshow Load-In

    8:00am - 9:00am: Breakfast & Opening Remarks

    9:00am-9:45am: WCB Claims - A Fireside Chat

    9:45am-10:45am: An update with Trucking HR Canada

    10:45am-11:15am: Break, Tradeshow Open

    11:15am-12:00pm: From Sleep to Safety: Addressing Driver Fatigue in Modern Transportation with Sadia Naqshbandi, Aspire Wellness Group

    12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch, Tradeshow Open

    1:00pm-2:00pm: Intersections: Merging Psychological and Physical Safety in the Transportation Industry with Kristopher Marks, Viv Mental Health

    2:00pm-2:15pm - Closing Remarks

    2:15pm-3:00pm: Tradeshow

    3:00pm-4:00pm: Load-Out

    *Schedule subject to change

    Space is limited for our tradeshow booths and is on a first come first serve basis, please inquire with events@amta.ca if you have any questions. AMTA holds the right to remove any vendors that don’t fit this safety-focused event.

    Tradeshow booths include one six-foot or eight-foot table, and two chairs.

    $30.00
  • Q2 Oilfield Sub Committee – Virtual

    Virtual

    Oilfield Committee meeting open to the following members:

    - Full Carrier
    - Subsidiary Carrier
    - Elite Members

    AMTA members that are in or support the Oilfield industry.

    Agenda TBA

    *Meeting link will be sent with confirmation email once you have registered.

    Free
  • 2026 Professional Truck Driving Championship

    AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship returns!  For your information: NEW CATEGORY: Tandem Steer/Tri-Drive This year's event will showcase a Tandem Steer/Tri-Drive unit (commonly used in the concrete industry) Drivers registering for this category must have at least one year experience with Tandem Steer/Tri-Drive equipment 2026 categories are Straight Truck, Tandem Steer/Tri-Drive, Day Cab Tractor, Bunk […]

  • AMTA Calgary Regional Meeting – June

    Location: Holiday Inn, 8360 Blackfoot Trail, SE, Calgary, AB T2J 7E1

    Location: Holiday Inn, 8360 Blackfoot Trail, SE, Calgary, AB T2J 7E1

    Lunch: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Formal Meeting: 12:00pm - 1:30 pm

    Networking: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

    Feature Topic: TBA

    Agenda coming soon

    Calgary and Edmonton Regional Meeting 2026 Speakers, Lunch, and Venue, are proudly sponsored by: BrokerLink Insurance

    $35.00
  • AMTA Edmonton Regional Meeting – June

    Chateau Nova 13920 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB T5L 3C2

    Location: Chateau Nova 13920 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB T5L 3C2

    Lunch: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Formal Meeting: 12:00pm - 1:30 pm

    Networking: 1:30 pm - 1:30 pm

    Feature Topic: TBA

    Agenda coming soon

    Calgary and Edmonton Regional Meeting 2026 Speakers, Lunch, and Venue, are proudly sponsored by: BrokerLink Insurance

    $35.00
  • AMTA Grande Prairie Regional Meeting – June

    Holiday Inn & Conference Centre 9816 107 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8E7

    Location: Holiday Inn & Conference Centre 9816 107 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8E7

    Lunch: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Formal Meeting: 12:00pm - 1:30 pm

    Networking: 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

    Feature Topic: TBA

    Agenda coming soon

    $35.00
  • Q2 Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Meeting – Edmonton

    Chateau Nova 13920 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB T5L 3C2

    Compliance & Regulatory Affairs meeting open to the following members:

    - Full Carrier
    - Subsidiary Carrier
    - Elite Members

    Location: Chateau Nova 13920 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB T5L 3C2

    Topic: Time to Talk with TEC

    Agenda TBA

    Free