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Transport challenges continue to haunt ag sector

Transport challenges continue to haunt ag sector

Jul 28, 2022 | Advocacy, COVID-19, Drivers, Driver Shortage, Government, MELT, Supply Chain

Labour shortages in the rail and trucking industries remain a major hurdle for the successful movement of products.

The Merits of MELT: Truck Driver Safety In Canada

The Merits of MELT: Truck Driver Safety In Canada

Apr 19, 2022 | Advocacy, Drivers, Safety

In 2019 Federal Transport Minister Marc Garneau announced that Canada was introducing minimum standards for new truck drivers. MELT or...

Saskatchewan Truck Drivers Expeting Delays

B.C. floods leave Saskatchewan truck drivers expecting delays

Nov 18, 2021 | Cross Border, Drivers, Supply Chain

In conversations with a Saskatchewan trucking company, Ewart said he was told the current situation is unprecedented and “one of...

2021-10-29 Bert Barry Recipient of the STA Omnitracs Service To Industry Award

Albert (Bert) Bruce Barry Announced as Recipient of the STA Omnitracs Service To Industry Award

Oct 29, 2021 | Drivers, We Are Trucking

The STA/Omnitracs Service to Industry Award recognizes leaders who have made exceptional contributions to the trucking industry in Saskatchewan. It...

2021-10-29 Henry Wall of Aero Delivery Named Recipient of the 2021 STA VOLVO Trucks Canada Driver of the Year Award

Henry Wall of Aero Delivery Named Recipient of the 2021 STA VOLVO Trucks Canada Driver of the Year Award

Oct 29, 2021 | AGM, Careers, Drivers, We Are Trucking

Annual award showcases the contributions of drivers who truly go the extra mile for their customers and companies.

2021-09-07 A Message from the Chair of CTA Commemorating National Trucking Week

A Message from the Chair of CTA Commemorating National Trucking Week

Sep 05, 2021 | Advocacy, Drivers, Driver Shortage

As a sixty-year veteran of the trucking industry, I have witnessed dramatic change in the sector. However, with all of...

2020-04-07 Keeping Drivers of Shared Vehicles Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Keeping Drivers of Shared Vehicles Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Apr 07, 2020 | Drivers, Safety

Trucking companies have been forced to change the way they run their fleet. Sharing vehicles is common in the industry...

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