Human Resources B.C. trucking industry thriving, but desperately needs workers June 9, 2018 WHISTLER, B.C. – B.C.’s trucking industry is facing a dire employment picture, with 10% of industry positions needing to be filled immediately. That’s according to Ken Peacock, chief economist and…
Regulations Pilot programs aim to increase gateway efficiencies for truck drivers June 4, 2018 VANCOUVER, B.C. – A pair of pilot programs will move forward to help productivity outcomes for the drayage sector and improve gateway efficiency. Following collaboration between the Vancouver Fraser Port…
Human Resources Over 9,000 people attend Truxpo May 15, 2018 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Truxpo 2018 saw more than 9,000 attendees over the two day event, with what organizer Master Promotions said was a noticeable increase in attendance from the South…
Business Management Full speed ahead for B.C. trucking industry May 12, 2018 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – The trucking industry is thriving in B.C., with recent growth around 5%, and expected to remain at that level, which is well above the national average. That’s…
Human Resources Saluting women drivers in the west May 12, 2018 First Western Canadian Salute to Women Behind the Wheel honors female drivers
Business Management Last call for free Truxpo registration May 9, 2018 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – This is the final call to pre-register for Truxpo and attend Western Canada’s largest truck transportation event for free. The show runs from May 11-12 in Abbotsford,…
Health & Safety Reduced speed zone ahead April 18, 2018 Group looks to reduce commercial vehicles to 40km/hr. when passing through Salmon Arm
Business Management Truxpo conference to focus on sector updates March 22, 2018 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Western Canadian trucking show Truxpo has announced its lineup of speakers for a half-day executive conference, as well as events throughout the two-day event. With a focus…
Human Resources Registration for Truxpo now open March 1, 2018 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Western Canadian trucking show Truxpo is back in 2018 and is promising to offer expanded features for those attending the biennial event. “This year really will be…
Human Resources Dates announced for expanded Truxpo December 7, 2017 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Marking the 16th edition of Western Canada’s trucking and logistics show, Truxpo will focus on trucks for all trades and expand its features in 2018. Presented by…
Business Management BCTA names Dave Earle new president and CEO November 14, 2017 LANGLEY, B.C. – The British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA) has named Dave Earle as its new president and CEO, replacing the outgoing Louise Yako. Earle brings experience in policy advocacy…
Health & Safety New spill response regulations in B.C. to impact carriers October 19, 2017 VICTORIA, B.C. – The British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA) is notifying its members that they will have one year to prepare and comply with the province’s new land-based spill response…
Health & Safety B.C. launches Be Truck Aware campaign October 17, 2017 VICTORIA, B.C. – The Province of B.C. is urging motorists to “Be Truck Aware,” launching the campaign today (Oct. 17) to help reduce collisions on provincial highways. Led by an…
Transportation Rising fuel, labor, and equipment costs affecting trucking companies September 3, 2017 National Trucking Week – Sept. 3-9 – is a time for the industry to celebrate its workforce and take a brief bow for the efficient and reliable service it provides…
Human Resources Yako stepping down as BCTA president and CEO August 15, 2017 LANGLEY, B.C. – British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA) president and CEO Louise Yako has announced she will be leaving the association at the end of the year. “I am so…
