Notices
Hawkeye’s Jordan Wilson Comes Out Swinging for Vulnerable Youth
Calling all BCTA members— Jordan Wilson of Hawkeye Holdings is raising money to break down barriers and help underprivileged youth and families in BC find a healthy and lasting passion in outdoor pursuits, and he is looking for your support.
BCTA 2023/24 Budget Ask: Building a Stronger Environment and Economy
On June 24, 2022, BCTA provided input to BC’s Select Standing Committee on Finance on the Province of British Columbia’s 2023/24 budget. In our submission, BCTA noted that our requests align with the government’s main priorities of Building a Stronger Environment for Our Future and Building a Stronger Economy for Everyone.
Building a Stronger Environment for our Future
Province Announces COVID Recovery, Infrastructure, and Clean Transportation Funding in 2022 BC Budget
The 2022 Provincial Budget was released on February 22, with a government focus on building a stronger BC and making life better for people by investing in our economy, environment and social strengths.
MELT Training Grant Opportunity Exclusively for BCTA Members
BCTA is excited to announce a new Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) Grant Opportunity only available to motor carrier members to support relevant skills training for new or current employees.
BCTA will act as the administrator for this grant opportunity and funds accessed will be used to pay for Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) throughout BC.
Transportation Top 10 for Job Openings in the Next Decade
BC’s latest labour market report for the province places the transportation and warehousing industry at number six out of the top 10 industries that will account for the most job openings over the next 10 years.
Exemptions to Hours of Work Provisions Come Into Force on February 1st
Amendments made to Part III (Labour Standards) of the Canada Labour Code (the Code) that came into force on September 1, 2019, were introduced to support work-life balance by providing employees with more predictability in relation to their hours of work.
Truck Transportation Vacancy Rate on the Rise
BC’s vacancy rate for truck transportation positions (NOC 7511) has risen 38.96% from the fourth quarter (Q4) in 2020 to the third quarter (Q3) in 2021. This is an increase of 3,065 vacant positions to 4,280 vacant positions, with a vacancy rate of 10.7%, which is 16.3% above the seven-year average based on Statistics Canada job vacancies data.
Of no surprise is that the average hourly wage for truck drivers have increased by 9% since Q4-2019 as carriers seek to attract and retain qualified drivers.
Kicking Horse Canyon Project: Alerts for Alternate Route (Highways 93S & 95)
Chain-up:
This is a reminder that all vehicles over 11,794 kg licensed GVW must carry chains, and mount chains when directed by chain-up signage. Special requirements apply on Highway 93S through Kootenay National Park, where any vehicle over 5,500 kg GVW or pulling a trailer must mount chains when directed by “chain-up” signage.