The BC Trucking Association has officially published its 2025 Year-in-Review, a detailed look at the advocacy, programs, and progress delivered on behalf of members over the past year.

This publication is not simply a recap of activities. It documents measurable outcomes shaped directly by member input and sustained engagement across government, industry, and regulatory bodies.

In his message to members, President & CEO Dave Earle emphasizes that 2025’s results were driven by a simple principle: members spoke, and BCTA acted.

Concerns about winter highway reliability led to expanded GPS transparency for snow removal operations. Persistent issues with Driver Inc. misclassification resulted in stronger national enforcement alignment. Outdated oversize and overweight limits were addressed through practical permitting improvements on key corridors.

These are operational issues. They affect risk, competitiveness, and productivity every day on BC roads.

A Year of Measurable Progress

The report is organized around BCTA’s four strategic priorities, each supported by clear outcomes.

Environmental Leadership That Delivers Results

Sustainability work in 2025 moved beyond discussion and into measurable impact.

The Clean Carrier Program continued to grow, now recognizing nine certified carriers across British Columbia. At the same time, the CleanBC Heavy-Duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) Program concluded its six-year run with significant results: more than 144 million litres of diesel reduced and 391 million kilograms of CO₂e emissions avoided.

The Lower Mainland Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Decarbonization Study, delivered in partnership with Deloitte, further strengthened the industry’s long-term planning framework by mapping infrastructure and technology pathways for freight movement.

Together, these initiatives reinforce a practical approach to environmental stewardship — grounded in operational realities and economic viability.

Safety and Regulatory Fairness

Safety advocacy remained a central focus throughout the year.

The Year-in-Review outlines expanded winter maintenance transparency, including real-time GPS visibility of snow removal equipment on key corridors. It details coordinated multi-agency enforcement efforts aimed at addressing non-compliance and misclassification models that undermine both safety and fair competition.

The report also highlights progress on heavy haul permitting improvements, including a new pre-approved 100-tonne route along Highways 16 and 37, as well as the approval of the AutoSock® pilot on Highway 5 during mandatory chain-up events. These outcomes reflect sustained, coordinated advocacy, not one-off interventions.

Workforce and Industry Development

Labour pressures continue to shape the industry, and BCTA’s work in this area expanded in 2025.

The Association completed its 6th Annual Compensation Survey, strengthening long-term wage and benefits benchmarking for employers. The MELT grant initiative in Vanderhoof supported workers transitioning from forestry sector closures into commercial driving careers. Meanwhile, the Women in Trucking Committee advanced initiatives focused on professional development and inclusion. Each initiative addresses a shared priority: ensuring the industry has access to skilled, supported, and sustainable talent.

Practical Support for Members

Beyond policy and advocacy, the Year-in-Review details the day-to-day support available to members.

Training remained a cornerstone of service delivery, with expanded focus on National Safety Code compliance, out-of-service prevention, and online learning access through CarriersEdge.

BCTA also delivered a full calendar of events, including the Members’ Banquet, AGM & Conference, Fueling the Future summit, and industry networking events, reinforcing its role as a central forum for collaboration and information exchange.

In addition, member programs such as group benefits, retirement savings, claims management support, TDG compliance tools, and discounted Port Pass access continue to provide direct operational value.

Why Membership Matters

The 2025 Year-in-Review demonstrates the value of organized, collective representation. When members raise issues related to infrastructure, enforcement consistency, decarbonization policy, or workforce pressures, BCTA translates those concerns into formal submissions, committee work, regulatory engagement, and practical outcomes. Membership is not symbolic. It is a mechanism for coordinated influence, shared intelligence, and sustained advocacy.

Read the Full Report

We encourage members and industry stakeholders to review the complete 2025 Year-in-Review to see the full scope of work delivered this past year. For questions about membership, committee participation, training programs, or upcoming events, email us or contact our Langley office at 604-888-5319.

The stronger our membership, the stronger our industry’s voice.