If your Thanksgiving was anything like mine, it was spent surrounded by plenty of food (I’m still working my way through leftovers!), connecting with family (even if it was done virtually this year!) and reflecting on the things you’re thankful for.

Chances are that you’ve got a good idea of what insurance is all about. At the very least, you (hopefully!) have auto insurance. And if you’re a homeowner, you’ve likely got some sort of home insurance as well.

To all professional drivers, I want to say thank you!

Josh Hannaberry, CNTL, AMTA Regional Chair, Calgary

Recently on social media, I came across a cartoon that portrayed a powerful message.

Submitted by Sheriff Highway Patrol

Commercial Vehicle Enforcement merged with Sheriff Traffic Operations to form the new Sheriff Highway Patrol (SHP) unit, which is part of the Sheriffs Branch. The public will notice a change in shoulder flashes on officers’ uniforms from “Commercial Vehicle Enforcement” to “Sheriff” and vehicle decals are being updated.

First off, I want to express my gratitude to the AMTA, and my friend Cliff, for the opportunity to write my truth in Josh’s Corner – I continue to be encouraged by the diligent efforts the AMTA puts forth to serve our great industry.  

Dealing with work refusals during the COVID-19 pandemic should be considered from both points of view: the employer and employee.

Personal safety today looks very different than in the pre-pandemic world, and for many is unrecognizable.

Employers of dock workers, freight handlers and their supervisors may consider some of the following advice or best practices at their worksite to reduce the risk of worker exposure to COVID-19:

The COVID-19 outbreak has changed many lives in many different and individual ways.

By: David Bradley, Canadian Trucking Alliance

The federal government has pledged to introduce legislation to legalize the recreational use of marijuana (I’ts already available by permit for medical use) sometime in 2017. This is a much more complicated issue than meets the eye and perhaps more than the government bargained for.

Bison Transport, a member of AMTA, has announced new executive appointments; Trevor Fridfinnson will serve as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Mike Ludwick as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).