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WCB Seminar Dates 2019
CRA Update: Important News for Carriers
Changes to the Safety Fitness Certificate in Alberta are being implemented that may impact your business. The renewal of Safety Fitness Certificates is going to highlight the importance of carrier compliance and confidently engage more carriers to seek out compliance information. By taking a proactive review carriers safety programs and driver behavior and addressing any safety issues that are identified immediately, a company may not only improve their level of compliance and on-road safety performance, but also earn a positive reputation within the transportation industry.
CRA Director Andrew Barnes to Provide Advocacy Update at January Regional Meetings
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…
Bridging the Gap Video: The Changing Face of Trucking
The trucking industry plays a major role in the functioning of the Canadian economy. Virtually all goods that are delivered to consumers find themselves on a truck during at least one segment of their journey and the industry employs in excess of 400,000 people.
CTA: Christmas Comes Early as Canadian Truckers Receive Accelerated CCA Rates for Equipment
CTA: The Government of Canada’s Fall Economic Fall Statement delivered an early Christmas present for the Canadian trucking industry in the form of significant accelerated cost allowances for tractor/truck capital; an emphasis on further harmonizing trucking regulations; enhancements to major western trade corridors to the United States as well as intermodal connectivity improvements.
Government of Alberta Releases MELT Class 1 Curriculum
On October 10, 2018, the Government of Alberta announced plans to introduce new Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) Program requirements for drivers seeking to obtain a Class 1 (tractor-trailer) or Class 2 (bus, school) driver’s licences. Since the announcement of the MELT Programs, Alberta Transportation has worked together with industry stakeholders to develop training curriculums for Class 1 and Class 2 MELT Programs that will meet the driver training needs of Albertans.
School Bus Safety Video
The Student Transportation Association of Alberta (STAA), in partnership with Alberta Traffic Safety Fund, has produced an educational video for drivers. According to STAA, the video will contribute to safer highways by highlighting safe driving procedures in compliance with the Traffic Safety Act.
CTA 2018 Fall Tour
The Canadian Trucking Alliance visited Grande Prairie on October 17 and Edmonton on October 18 to conduct roundtable sessions with Carrier Members – hosted by the Alberta Motor Transport Association. The sessions were aimed at better understanding the needs of the members in this region and discussing ways the CTA advocates for members on the national level.
Improving safety with new truck and bus training
Alberta Transportation: Alberta is mandating training for new commercial drivers and strengthening safety requirements for commercial carriers to enhance public safety.
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