Transportation Young to lead Trucking HR Canada board March 12, 2019 OTTAWA, Ont. –Linda Young, the vice-president of HR and people development at Bison Transport, will lead Trucking HR Canada’s board of directors under changes unveiled today. Linda Young Joining…
Business Management The challenge of finding and retaining employees in the trucking industry February 8, 2019 CALGARY, Alta. – Recruiting and retaining employees has become complex, and today, there are several steps companies need to take if they are going to find success in the new…
Business Management Recruitment workshops coming to Western Canada December 5, 2018 CALGARY, Alta. – Trucking HR Canada will hold a series of workshops in Western Canada to help employers recruit and modernize their workforce. The workshops will be held in partnership…
Health & Safety Speakers named for mental health symposium September 4, 2018 MISSSISSAUGA, Ont. – The issue of mental health will take center stage Oct. 30, at the Trucking HR Canada’s Gearing Up for Mental Health symposium. Dave Henry, a professional driver…
Business Management All-female panel discuss past, present, and future of trucking June 1, 2018 CALGARY, Alta. – The number of women entering the trucking industry remains low, and it’s not always easy for those who do. That’s according to a panel of four women…
Human Resources Registration open for Western Women With Drive May 9, 2018 CALGARY, Alta. – Registration for the second annual Western Women With Drive Leadership Conference is open. Taking place at the Calgary Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel May 30, the event features…
Business Management Turning your talent pool into an ocean October 25, 2017 Speaker says hiring a diverse workforce will help trucking companies and the industry thrive
Business Management Trucking HR Canada report helps industry attract Millennials October 11, 2017 OTTAWA, Ont. – With only 15% of today’s truck drivers under the age of 35 and half of industry employers lacking a plan to attract younger employees, Trucking HR Canada…
Business Management More women entering trucking industry, but stereotypes remain May 11, 2017 CALGARY, Alta. – The numbers are getting better, but Trucking HR Canada CEO Angela Splinter would like to see more women choosing the trucking industry as a career. During the…
Business Management Time to register for Western Women With Drive running out May 1, 2017 CALGARY, Alta. – With the first ever Western Women With Drive taking place May 10 in Calgary, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is encouraging those who could like to…
Human Resources Trucking HR Canada recognizes top employers April 25, 2017 OTTAWA, Ont. — Trucking HR Canada has recognized 48 trucking companies through its Top Fleet Employers program. Fleets were rated on categories including: recruitment and retention strategies; workplace culture; compensation;…
Human Resources Reserve your seat now for first ever Western Women with Drive April 10, 2017 CALGARY, Alta. – Time to register for the first Western Women with Drive Leadership Summit is running out, as the inaugural event is set to take place May 10 in…
Health & Safety Trucking HR Canada, legal issues and alcohol and drug policies addressed during STA AGM October 22, 2016 SASKATOON, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) held its annual AGM and Awards Gala Oct. 22, offering a trio of speakers to address the state of the industry both…
Business Management Panel to discuss mentoring during Trucking HR Canada’s Driver Connect and Share event October 18, 2016 OTTAWA, Ont. – A panel discussion on mentorship will be a focus of Trucking HR Canada’s inaugural Driver Connect and Share event. Being held Nov. 12 at the Sandman Signature…
Human Resources Trucking HR Canada expands its efforts focusing on women in the industry June 28, 2016 OTTAWA, Ont. – Trucking HR Canada has announced three new resources – My Toolbox for Mentoring Women, Inventory of Resources and a women in trucking video – as part of…
