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While pundits debate whether President-elect Donald Trump will in fact build a wall between America and its NAFTA neighbours, the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is reminding politicians in both Canada and the U.S. how escalating costs and redundant fees imposed by governments at the border can be just as stifling as any physical barrier.

“Trade between our two great nations is the number one source of exports for 35 states,

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is accepting applications for its third annual International Driver Excellence Award (IDEA), an award that recognizes the extraordinary careers of professional commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and their commitment to public safety.

Applications are now open for Trucking HR Canada’s 4th annual Top Fleet Employers program, which recognizes fleets who demonstrate a commitment to going above and beyond in their human resources practices.

Applications and online submissions will be accepted at www.truckinghr.com until close of business on January 31, 2017.

Westcan Bulk Transport has been named the National Gold Winner in the Transportation category of Canada’s Safest Employers 2016. The winners were announced at a gala dinner in Toronto, ON on October 24.

The Van Horne Institute is hosting a workshop on November 25 to discuss key trends in education and the future of talent in transportation and logistics from the perspective of the millennial generation.

18 Wheels of Christmas is launching its 14th season of working together with the transportation industry and the community to support food banks in the community

Although it’s likely the job of the over-the-road truck driver may evolve somewhat, it will not be eliminated or disappear in the age of autonomous vehicle technology, Canadian Trucking Alliance President David Bradley wrote in a letter to federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau, who was reported as saying certain occupations – namely trucking – would disappear in the future as a result of automation.