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BCTA Attends IMTC Regional Assembly to Address Border Improvements

On October 23, BCTA participated in the International Mobility & Trade Corridor Program (IMTC) Regional Assembly in Bellingham, where discussions focused on planned upgrades to border facilities and anticipated traffic volume increases in 2026 due to the FIFA World Cup.

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Steep Increase to U.S. Customs Transponder/User Fees Untimely for Cross-Border Fleets

By Canadian Trucking Alliance

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TransLink Potential Service Cuts & the Impact to BC’s Trucking Industry

imageOn September 26th, the TransLink Mayors' Council received a report that explored the potential economic impacts caused by cuts to transit service required by TransLink to manage its financial deficits.

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Internal Trade Ministers to Pilot Mechanisms to Eliminate Trade Barriers in Trucking

By: Canadian Trucking Alliance

Canada is a leading trading nation that faces many internal jurisdictional regulatory and administrative barriers that limit our nation’s opportunities for growth.

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Nearshoring in North America Webinar

October 2, 2024

As global supply chains continue to evolve, businesses across North America are turning to nearshoring – the practice of relocating operations to nearby countries instead of far-flung regions. This trend has gained momentum, largely driven by the aftereffects of the pandemic and incentives offered through trade agreements like USMCA, CUSMA, and TMEC. But what does this shift mean for the trucking industry?

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ICBC Repurposes Coquitlam Facility for Commercial Truck Testing

September 16, 2024

ICBC has announced plans to repurpose its Centralized Estimating Facility (CEF) at 1575 Hartley Avenue in Coquitlam to accommodate commercial truck testing. This decision comes as part of an ongoing effort to enhance service efficiency and provide equitable access to road tests for commercial vehicles in the Lower Mainland.

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ESDC Announces Data Agreement with CRA to Facilitate Driver Inc. Enforcement

By: Canadian Trucking Alliance

The Labour Program at Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) today announced data-sharing agreements to facilitate and coordinate inspections and enforcement in the federally-regulated road transportation sector.

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Alberta Motor Transport Association Industry Innovations EXPO

By the Alberta Motor Transport Association

Join us for the first edition of our AMTA Industry Innovations EXPO, exploring the forefront of low and zero-emission, electric, and alternative-fuel commercial vehicles, alongside cutting-edge emerging technologies and the industry professionals leading the charge.

Discover the future of sustainability for the commercial transportation industry and drive innovation forward with us!

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Special Offer: Mark’s Work Wearhouse Discount is Back

To celebrate National Trucking Week, Mark’s Work Wearhouse is once again offering truck drivers of Canadian Trucking Alliance members and valued industry employees 10% in-store discounts on apparel and footwear at retail locations across Canada.

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2025 WorkSafe BC Preliminary Premium Rates

August 19, 2024

WorkSafe BC has unveiled its preliminary premium rates for 2025, with the average rate remaining steady at 1.55%. However, for the trucking industry, significant reductions are on the horizon. Companies in the General Trucking classification will see their base rate drop by 6.6%, decreasing from 3.04% in 2024 to 2.84% in 2025.

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