Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) announces 2025 Awards recipients

Published 2025-04-09

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Enoch, AB – April 9, 2025 – Nine individuals were recognized for their storied contributions to Alberta’s commercial transportation industry at the Alberta Motor Transport

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Enoch, AB – April 9, 2025 – Nine individuals were recognized for their storied contributions to Alberta’s commercial transportation industry at the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) annual Awards Celebration on April 9, at the River Cree Resort and Casino.

The 2025 Award recipients are as follows:

• Driver of the Year, sponsored by Volvo: Jim Tench, Flying J Canada Transport Inc.
• Safety Person of the Year, sponsored by Echelon Insurance: Dave Davis, ENMAX
• Dean Paisley Service to Industry Award, sponsored by BFL Risk and Insurance Services Inc.: Tim Bennett, Barnhart Crane & Rigging
• Supplier Award: Tim Lai, Kal Tire
• Friend to Industry Award: Clarence Shields, Blackjacks Roadhouse
• Historical Award: Greg Sokil
• Don Achtemichuk Volunteer Service Award – Chris Plante
• AMTA Excellence in Member Service Award: Cliff Litke, AMTA
• AMTA Core Value Award: Andrew Barnes, AMTA

“I would like to congratulate our 2025 Award Recipients. We have a group that exemplify the work it takes to maintain a safe and innovative industry,” said AMTA President Robert Harper. “I truly admire the efforts made to keep Alberta on the move.”

About Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) – Founded in 1938, AMTA is a not-for-profit advocacy and safety training association that serves as the Voice, the Standard, and the Resource for commercial transportation Alberta. AMTA offers a wide range of services to our members, including regulatory updates, workplace supports, and an array of safety and training initiatives. AMTA and its members have advanced the commercial transportation industry through safety programs, progressive policy and partnerships. We help move Alberta forward.

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