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Western Women with Drive gears up  for Calgary April 30

Western Women with Drive gears up for Calgary April 30

Jan 13, 2025 | News Releases

OTTAWA, ON — Trucking HR Canada (THRC), in partnership with the Western provincial trucking associations, is pleased to announce Western...

Driving Forward - The Road Ahead for 2025

Driving Forward - The Road Ahead for 2025

Jan 08, 2025 | Advocacy, Economy, Safety

As we embark on 2025, I am filled with optimism and pride in the work we have accomplished together. The...

Feds Announces Plan to Strengthen Border Security and Canada’s Immigration System

Feds Announces Plan to Strengthen Border Security and Canada’s Immigration System

Dec 19, 2024

The Government of Canada announced a $1.3 Billion plan to enhance our nation’s security and the immigration system.

CTA Lauds Alberta Plan to Tackle Cross-Border Security

CTA Lauds Alberta Plan to Tackle Cross-Border Security

Dec 12, 2024 | Cross Border, Drivers, News Releases

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith introduced plans to bolster security at the province’s border points with the U.S., including $29 million...

7 Winter Driving Tips for Canadian Professional Drivers

7 Winter Driving Tips for Canadian Professional Drivers

Dec 09, 2024 | Drivers, Safety, Saskatchewan

Winter driving in Canada presents unique challenges for commercial semi-truck drivers. From icy roads to sudden snowstorms, conditions can test...

Enough is Enough, End Tax and Labour Abuse.

Enough is Enough, End Tax and Labour Abuse.

Dec 04, 2024

The underground economy is thriving in Canada’s trucking industry, and it’s happening because the federal government is failing to take...

Latest Report Shows Truck Driver Vacancies Improving Faster than Non-Driving Roles

Latest Report Shows Truck Driver Vacancies Improving Faster than Non-Driving Roles

Dec 04, 2024 | Drivers, News Releases

OTTAWA, ON (December 3, 2024) – A new report released today by Trucking HR Canada (THRC) shows truck driver vacancies...

Changes to CBSA Ports of Entry Hours in Saskatchewan

Changes to CBSA Ports of Entry Hours in Saskatchewan

Nov 29, 2024 | Cross Border, Drivers

As of January 6, 2025, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will amend its hours of operation at Saskatchewan ports of...

What is Driver Inc.?

What is Driver Inc.?

Nov 27, 2024

Driver Inc. is a business model that involves a trucking company classifying its Drivers as independent contractors rather than employees....

Saskatchewan Trucking Association Collaborates with Government and RCMP to Strengthen Immigration Integrity in the Trucking Industry

Saskatchewan Trucking Association Collaborates with Government and RCMP to Strengthen Immigration Integrity in the Trucking Industry

Nov 21, 2024 | Government, News Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Regina, SK — (November 21, 2024) - The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) and its members participated in...

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