Notices
Fraser Health Same-Day Clinic for COVID-19 Vaccination June 16 & 17
BCTA has coordinated with Fraser Health to ensure the trucking community is vaccinated efficiently and effectively.
On June 16 & 17, Fraser Health is providing a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on the Highway 91 truck pullout (Northbound) in Delta geared to all commercial drivers (Classes 1, 2, and 3) who have not had their first dose of the vaccine. Simply pull up, register on-site, and receive your Pfizer vaccination the same day.
The Province Gives Support to Major Tourist Attractions and Tour Bus Sector
The BC government has launched a $50 million grant program to support tourism across the province during COVID-19. The Major Anchor Attractions Program provides one-time emergency funding to major anchor attractions and tour bus companies that service tourism attractions.
The program is designed to help approved tourism businesses operate at minimal levels until domestic travel resumes and it is safe to gather indoors in small groups. The program is available to businesses and not-for-profits.
BC Gradually Lifts Restrictions With COVID-19 Restart Plan
On May 25th, the Province announced an extensive four-step plan to gradually lift COVID-19 health restrictions. The progress of the Restart plan will be measured by the vaccination rate of adults, COVID-19 case counts, and COVID-19 hospitalizations and mortality rate. While there are dates outlined for each of the four steps, the plan will be guided by data, not dates.
ELD Progressive Enforcement Strategy Announced by CCMTA
On Wednesday, May 5th, 2021 the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) issued a message regarding the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate coming into force on June 12, 2021.
Due to the many challenges caused by COVID-19, jurisdictions will adopt a progressive enforcement strategy with no penalties until June 12, 2022. Over the 12 months, the strategy will allow for timely adoption of ELDs, including the purchase, installation, and training required for compliance.
A Tour towards Zero- BCTA’s Future of Zero Commercial Vehicle Seminar had over 161 Attendees!
BCTA is proud to announce that over 161 BCTA members, municipal fleet managers, government officials and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) participated in the Future of Zero Emission Commercial Vehicles Seminar. In this inaugural event, BCTA presented their GHG modelling forecast, while OEMs had the opportunity to showcase what zero emission vehicles (ZEV) they have available/or will become available soon for order.
COVID-19 Vaccination Reminder
Throughout the pandemic our industry has continued to work tirelessly around the clock to ensure store shelves are stocked with essentials and the goods we take for granted. BCTA is not only immensely grateful for your hard work and commitment, but we are also proud of the host of safety measures and social distancing protocols you have in place that has been so effective at preventing the spread of COVID-19 in this sector.
FREE: The Future of Zero Emission Commercial Vehicles Seminar!
Exclusive only to BCTA members and government officials! On April 27, 2021 from 10AM-Noon (PDT), BCTA is hosting a complimentary Zero Emission Commercial Vehicles Seminar, where BCTA will provide an overview of our sector’s GHG trend, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) will present on what zero emission vehicles (ZEV) they have available/or will become available soon for order.
More than 4,500 Passenger Vehicles Removed from Provincial Roads Thanks to CleanBC’s Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Incentive Program!
BCTA, which administers the CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) Program on behalf of the Province, is proud to announce the second-year success of the HDVE Program.
Register Now for the Future of Zero Emission Commercial Vehicles Seminar
BCTA is pleased to invite you to a complimentary online seminar we are hosting on The Future of Zero Emission Commercial Vehicles, on April 27 from 10 to noon.
In this seminar, BCTA will provide a presentation outlining:
Mandatory entry-level training for Class 1 commercial drivers coming to BC October 18, 2021
After nearly a decade of advocacy, BCTA applauds the Provincial Government for introducing a mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for Class 1 commercial driver’s license applicants. Implementation of a provincial MELT program is essential to protect road users and to help attract and retain qualified drivers to meet BC’s growing transportation needs.