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CTA CUSMA Review Focuses on Trade Issues Impacting Carriers

(TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2024) -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) recently submitted comments to the Government of Canada as part of consultations on the upcoming Canada-U.S.-Mexico (CUSMA) trade agreement review in 2026. The Alliance highlights several historic trade irritants and current threats to the movement of international trade by truck that make up an initial list of priority items from the Alliance.

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It’s Time for CRA to Enforce Compliance and End Tax Abuse in Trucking

Today, the Canadian Trucking Alliance announced a new campaign to increase awareness about the damaging impact from the ongoing inaction on T4A enforcement by the federal government– specifically the ongoing moratorium – for Canadian trucking industry, workers, and the broader economy.

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New CDC Dog Importation Requirements Come into Effect on Aug 1

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) continues to hear from fleets and cross-border truck drivers who have significant concerns over new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rabies vaccination requirements coming into effect for all dogs travelling to the U.S. as of August 1, 2024.

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AMTA’s Alliance with Canada’s Logistics Association – join CITT as an affiliate member

One of the benefits of being an AMTA member is that through our alliance with CITT – Canada’s Logistics Association – any employee of your company can join CITT as an affiliate member for only $100/year (regular price: $250/year).Please feel free to share this information with any employees who might be interested in joining a professional association, including accessing the wide variety of learning & development and networking opportunities that come with membership.

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Federal Minimum Wage Increases on April 1

On April 1, 2024, the federal minimum wage will increase to $17.30 from $16.65 per hour in 2023, an increase of a $0.60 or 3.9%.

The federal minimum wage, which came into force on December 29, 2021, is adjusted automatically on April 1 of every year, based on the average annual increase of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), as reported by Statistics Canada. This is to ensure that the federal minimum wage keeps pace with inflation. This year’s rate increase reflects the 3.9% annual average rise of the CPI for Canada in the previous calendar year, rounded up to the nearest $0.05.

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The 3rd annual World Hydrogen North America Congress will return to Houston on May 21-23, 2024

With over $46 billion in direct investments into North American hydrogen projects, an increase of $17 billion from 2022, momentum in the region continues to accelerate rapidly. The 2024 program is expanding to six content streams and 200+ speakers to drill deeper into key hydrogen topics – from the game-changing policy impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Canada’s Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit, to the latest on exporting hydrogen, H2Hubs, production pathways, infrastructure build-outs, securing project offtake agreements and more.

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Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) Selects EHS Analytics as a Data Analytics Provider

The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is excited to announce it has acquired the services of EHS Analytics, a company among Canada’s leading providers of advanced safety data analytics solutions. This collaboration will provide AMTA with cutting-edge data analytics to monitor, analyze, and generate actionable insights for transportation safety improvements.

As an influential advocate for transportation safety, AMTA is committed to using data-driven strategies to enhance services to its members. EHS Analytics will strengthen AMTA’s data analytics capabilities in motor transport safety.

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AMTA Board of Directors appoints Robert Harper as president

The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) Board of Directors has announced Robert Harper has been appointed President of the Association. Robert will begin this role February 27, 2024.

An experienced professional with a breadth of experience spanning more than 30 years, Robert has a proven track record in finance for the supply chain and energy sectors.

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Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Transportation in Alberta: AMTA’s Hydrogen Story

AMTA has taken a strong project leadership role and established a unique collaboration ecosystem bringing together diverse stakeholders. With the support of many partners and contributors, we are currently leading the following hydrogen projects in Alberta that support hydrogen production, storage, and dispensing as well as the operation of zero and reduced emission vehicles through hands-on real-world trials and demonstrations.

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A Milestone Journey: Alberta Motor Transport Association’s (AMTA) Historic Drive on Alberta’s Busiest Corridor with Nikola FCEV

On January 24, 2024, AMTA completed a Canadian first by taking AMTA’s Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) through Alberta’s busiest corridor using only 61% of the tank of hydrogen.

This historic roundtrip on the QEII between Edmonton and Calgary was a tremendous success and proved these zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) are more than capable for long-haul operations in our province and climate, compared to other ZEV capacities tested in Alberta better suited for return-to-base short-haul operations.

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Employers – It’s a leap year! You have until Feb. 29 to file your WCB-Alberta annual return

As an employer with workers, you’re required to fill out an annual return reporting your workers’ assessable earnings paid in the last year along with what earnings you expect to pay in the upcoming year. This is important information to ensure you’re paying the correct premium amount.

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Parks Canada: Law Enforcement Request For Public Information

A poaching offence likely occurred between the hours of 4 pm on October 16 and 10 am on October 17. Parks Canada’s Law Enforcement Branch is asking for the public’s help in providing information about this incident that could lead to the identification of those responsible. Please contact Park Wardens if you have any of the following:

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Update: 2024 WCB Industry Rates Announced

On Dec 6, 2023, WCB announced the 2024 industry rates. The average industry rate will increase from $1.26 by 10 cents (7.9%) to $1.36 rather than $1.51, which would be required to cover the total forecasted claims cost. For 2024 WCB will absorb the additional costs (15 cents) from its accident fund, to cover a portion of employer premiums.

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In Memoriam: Mayne Root

It is with sadness that AMTA has learned of the passing of Mayne Root. Mayne has long been considered an iconic influence within the transportation safety/enforcement industry. Those of you who have known him personally can attest to his stalwart leadership in serving as AMTA’s Executive Director between 2003 and 2010 after an extensive career with the Calgary Police Service for 30 years.

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Minimizing Your Risk When Serving Alcohol at Company Events

It is the season for holiday parties, and in many cases, comes the serving of alcohol at a company-sanctioned event. This is often part of the company culture and in line with the lifestyles of many of the workers but certainly not in all cases. Regardless the risk of serving alcohol at workplace-sanctioned events can outweigh the benefits…

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