Agnes is a facilitator and instructor for the AMTA’s Self-Evaluator Certification/Recertification Training.

November 12th marked the kick off of Stahl Peterbilt’s 14th Annual Toy Drive in support of the Salvation Army. Every year, “Santa’s Glider” is decorated in our showroom and packed full of toys ready to be delivered to the children of families most in need during the holiday season.

Every year, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) celebrates the achievements of commercial transportation industry professionals who go above and beyond in their field.

Calgary, AB (November 10, 2020) – Every year the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) recognizes individuals outstanding in the field of commercial transportation for their contributions to the association, safety, membership and the motoring public

Twinning the Peace River bridge has improved critical connections through the community and its construction supported more than 400 jobs.

When winter hits, nearly 700 snowplows and other pieces of snow removal equipment are mobilized to clear Alberta’s highways and maintain safe winter driving conditions. Alberta’s Highway Maintenance Contractors and snowplow operators are committed to their responsibilities for public safety and ask that all motorists understand that they too have a key role to play in winter maintenance operations.

Calgary, AB (October 22, 2020) – The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is applauding a joint pilot program from the Government’s of Canada and Alberta to safely test an alternative to 14-day quarantine requirements for international travellers.

Sixty-nine fleets were recognized at Trucking HR Canada’s 2020 Top Fleet Employer gala – held virtually – with top awards going to AMTA members Westcan Bulk, Bison Transport and Rosenau Transport.

Release: The Government of Alberta recently announced funding for Highway 3 Twinning from Taber to Burdett as part of the 10 billion in Provincial stimulus spending and, as a result, the Highway 3 Twinning Development Association Board has revised its twinning priorities.

Calgary, AB (October 8, 2020) – The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) in partnership with Trucking HR Canada is pleased to announce the fourth annual Western Women with Drive (WWWD) event will be presented virtually.

Edmonton, AB (October 6, 2020) – The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is pleased to announce our Edmonton office and training facility has achieved full LEED Silver certification helping to further the commercial transportation industry’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

Government of Alberta release: Tsuut’ina Trail, the southwest portion of Calgary’s Ring Road, is now open between Sarcee Trail and Fish Creek Boulevard.

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From Workers’ Compensation Alberta: “The widespread impact of COVID-19 and the resulting business disruption have caused unprecedented challenges for employers. Alberta employers have asked WCB for cost relief to reduce the direct financial impact of COVID-19 claims and extended periods of disability for other claims due to treatment delays.”

Nicole Orr teaches Health and Safety Systems Building, Fundamentals of Auditing and COR Auditor

In collaboration with Sheriff Highway Patrol, Justice and Solicitor General, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) will be hosting a series of Driver Appreciation Days between September 1st and 18th, to coincide with National Trucking Week.

The EPS Commercial Vehicle Investigation Unit (CVIU), as it is currently known has been in existence for 25 years.

All eligible employers whose business have been affected by COVID-19 were eligible for a subsidy of up to 75% of employee wages for up to 24 weeks, retroactive from March 15, 2020, to August 29, 2020.

A ministerial order took effect May 3rd, 2020 which temporarily amends the OHS Code during the COVID-19 epidemic. The changes list specific respirator standards, approved for use in other countries, that employers can utilize without requiring approval. 

The Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code requires employers to develop and utilize a respiratory protective equipment code of practice (COP) whenever respirators are used at the work site.  

In a release from the Alberta Government, the provinces deficit is forecasted at $24.2 billion, $16.8 billion higher than the Budget 2020 estimate due to the economic impacts stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and oil price crash.