BCTA News
Transitions: John Cormier
We are saddened by the passing of John Cormier on May 28, 2022.
John was a long and dedicated supporter of BCTA, serving on our Board of Directors from 2016 to 2020. John was also a graduate of the Next Generation Leadership Program and served on many BCTA committees throughout his career. He stepped up and offered input, insight and assistance, and made sure to participate in as many BCTA events as possible.
BCTA’s Women in Trucking Committee Gets Rolling on June 23
Thank you again to all of those who completed our Women in Trucking Survey. Your responses are extremely valuable in helping us to develop key BCTA initiatives to encourage diversity in employment and support women in our industry with issues such as training, safety, compensation, and professional development.
BCTA 2022 AGM: Welcome to the 2022/23 Board of Directors
At our Annual General Meeting on June 11, 2022, BCTA members approved the slate of Board of Director candidates for the next year. We would like to welcome new directors to the Board, introduce the Executive Committee for 2022/23, and extend thanks to those who have served.
Returning Directors:
Phil Bandstra, Bandstra Transportation Systems Ltd., Smithers
See you at the APNA Truck Show on June 18 & 19!
Be sure to visit the BC Trucking Association and SafetyDriven team at the APNA Truck Show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford on Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19.
This year’s events include a job fair, a Show & Shine, entertainment, and seminars. Pre-register online to reserve your complimentary 2-day pass— visit apnatruckshow.com to learn more.
MELT Grant Available for BCTA Members- Apply Today!
Have you applied to the Mandatory Entry Level Training Grant Opportunity that provides funding to BCTA motor carrier members to support relevant skills training for new or current employees? BCTA is the administrator for this grant opportunity and funds accessed will be used to pay for Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) throughout BC.
TLS Program: VFPA GPS Upgrades & Annual Truck Licence Verification
TLS Next Generation GPS Upgrade
Due to improvements in technology, GPS units installed on all local Truck Licencing System (TLS) approved trucks as part of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority’s (VFPA) Smart Fleet initiative in 2014 will be replaced.
Training
CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program Course
May 26, 2022 - Free Webinar
June 9, 2022 - Free Webinar
National Safety Code Program Course
July 21, 2022 - Langley, BC
New Training Courses from CarriersEdge
BCTA partners with CarriersEdge to provide members with discounted industry training online, a benefit that’s even more valuable with some in-person training temporarily on hold. Please see the latest list of new and upcoming CarriersEdge releases:
Apply Now! BCTA Motor Carrier and Associate Member Scholarships Available
BCTA offers scholarship opportunities to children of member company employees and owners:
- The BCTA Motor Carrier Member Scholarship, and
- The BCTA Associate Member Scholarship
BCTA has established two categories for each scholarship: