Business & Industry
It’s Time for CRA to Enforce Compliance and End Tax Abuse in Trucking
The Canadian Trucking Alliance announced a new campaign to increase awareness about the damaging impact from the ongoing inaction on T4A enforcement by the federal government– specifically the ongoing moratorium – for Canadian trucking industry, workers, and the broader economy.
Government Reaches Tentative Agreement with PSAC for the Border Services Group
By Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
The Government of Canada and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) have reached a tentative agreement for the Border Services Group at the bargaining table. Upon ratification, the renewed collective agreement will apply to approximately 11,000 employees.
BC Government Announces Tougher Penalties for Overpass Crashes
On March 12, 2024, the Province announced that commercial truck drivers will face even tougher penalties for infrastructure crashes.
Proposed changes to the Commercial Transport Act will allow courts to impose fines up to $100,000 as well as jail time of up to 18 months upon conviction for violations.
Last Call: Complete the 2024 Compensation Survey to Receive Our Comprehensive Report
Know whether your employee compensation and benefits package is competitive and complete the survey today.
The final deadline for the survey will be end of day April 5th, and only those who take the 2024 Compensation Survey before the deadline will get early access to the aggregated data, as well as an updated Comprehensive Compensation Report, which tracks the compensation trends across BCTA’s previous surveys.
BC’s Budget 2024 Invests in Transportation Infrastructure and the Fight Against Climate Change
On February 22, 2024, the B.C. government released the Budget 2024, which focuses on housing and reducing everyday costs for British Columbians.
CTA Launches Survey to Amplify Truck Drivers' Voices on Highway Safety
In a bid to address the growing concerns surrounding highway safety in Canada, the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is reaching out to truck drivers, fleet operators, and safety managers.
Recognizing the pivotal role truck drivers play in the country's economy, CTA aims to collect feedback on a range of issues, including highway construction, road design, unsafe driving behaviors, insufficient rest areas, and cellular coverage challenges.
BC Hydro EV Fleet Program Changes
BC Hydro's electric vehicle (EV) Fleet Program will take on the role of supporting fleet and infrastructure planning, along with electrical infrastructure installations.
Canadian Trucking Alliance- TDG Registration Database Webinar
Transport Canada has recently introduced a crucial requirement, necessitating specific individuals or organizations engaged in the transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) to register with Transport Canada.
This new mandate, named the Client Identification Database (CID), is designed to enable Transport Canada to assess risk more effectively, enhance overall safety measures, and foster efficient communication and collaboration with registered individuals or organizations.