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Get the latest updates from the AMTA. Our News section keeps you connected with important announcements, industry developments, advocacy efforts, safety initiatives, and upcoming events that matter to Alberta’s commercial transportation community.
Government of Alberta announces new Cochrane interchange at Highways 22 and 1A
The intersection of Highway 22 and Highway 1A in the northwest corner of the town of Cochrane can often become congested with traffic.
CTA takes next step in succession plan by naming Laskowski president
The transition to new leadership at the Canadian Trucking Alliance moved one step closer as Stephen Laskowski, previously announced as successor to David Bradley when the latter steps down at the end of 2017, was officially named president of the Alliance at the CTA annual board meeting in Arizona last week.
U.S Department of Homeland Security announces relocation of Great Falls Area Port
Effective June 11, 2017, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is relocating the Great Falls Area Port to Sweetgrass, Montana and will rename it the Area Port of Sweetgrass. For more information, click here.
Latest recalls from Transport Canada
Please click here for the latest recalls from Transport Canada.
Twinning the bridge into Fort Saskatchewan
Government of Alberta plans to fully twin the Highway 15 corridor between Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan
CTA’s Canadian Advantage Reflected in Federal GHG Regulations
CTA: The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) advocates that any new carbon targets for new heavy-duty vehicles must be based the recognition Canadian and US trucking industries operate very different fleets, with Canadian trucks being more efficient than the U.S. in carrying capacity and configuration allowances. With its release of the proposed Phase II regulation, Environment and Climate Change Canada is now prepared to enshrine this important distinction into regulation.
National Day of Mourning – April 28
In 2016, 144 workers lost their life due to a workplace injury or illness. To bring awareness to this tragic situation, each year there is a Day of Mourning ceremony.
Alberta Transportation Road Ban Order
Alberta Transportation has released its latest Road Ban Order 17 – Road – 04 coming into effect at 1 p.m. today (March 31).
CTA Lauds Legislation to Strengthen Canadian Vehicle Recall Process
CTA: The Canadian Trucking Alliance is pleased the federal government is adopting the Alliance’s recommendation that Ottawa strengthens how it manages vehicle recalls.
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AMTA’s Calgary office is located on the traditional Treaty 7 lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, the Tsuu-Tina (SOO-tih-nah) and Nakota Nations, and the Métis Nation Region 3.
AMTA’s Edmonton offices are located on the traditional Treaty 6 territory of the Cree, Dene (DEH-NEH), Blackfoot, Saulteaux (SOH-toh), and Nakota Sioux. This is the home of the Métis Settlements and the Métis Nation of Alberta, Regions, 2, 3, and 4, within the historical Northwest Métis Homeland.