Steering Change

The Year that Was, and the Year Ahead

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0700

Another year has come and gone, and that means that Steering Change’s second year as a podcast is coming to a close. In 2025, we covered a range of topics from wheel-end safety, to driver professionalism, to the Class 1 Learning Pathway, to safety as a journey, and much more. We’ve talked to guests from across North America and have had you listening every step of the way.

In our final episode of 2025, host Kelsey Hipkin is joined by Tim Bennett, AMTA Board Chair, Real Durand, AMTA Immediate Past-Chair, and Robert Harper, AMTA President, as they take us on a look back on the year that was, and touch on a number of important topics to commercial transportation in Alberta and beyond, including tariffs, strategic direction of the Association, and what industry can look like in the new year.

Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday season from all of us at AMTA, and all the best in 2026.

View AMTA's three-part Driver Inc. series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmicsdS-lHRq-4QW_m2sfu1rhylz87mbg
View the Federal Announcement on Oct 30 regarding the clamp down on the Driver Inc scheme for Budget 2025: https://amta.ca/new-2025-federal-budget-is-fighting-against-driver-inc/
Learn more about the Alberta Carrier Excellent Safety (ACES) Program: https://amta.ca/aces-program-highlights-alberta-carrier-on-road-safety-performance/
Interested in reading Dave Elniski’s book “Pro-Tech & Pro-Active: Understanding and Leveraging the World of Safety Technology to Move Beyond Compliance-Focused Safety Management”? Read it freely here: https://amta.ca/amta-announces-book-release-pro-tech-pro-active/

AMTA seeks to represent our Members in all facets of the industry, but that only works if we hear from you on the issues plaguing your day-to-day. We encourage everyone to reach out and share their thoughts and ideas. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at memberservices@amta.ca.

Are you interested in getting involved with the AMTA? Please contact membership@amta.ca for Membership opportunities and learn the value that AMTA can bring to you and your organization.

Registration is open for AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference! Join us at the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026.
AMTA’s Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta. Register for the event now and browse our sponsorship opportunities on our website: https://www.amtaconference.ca/.
AMTA’s Award Nominations are also open. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in the fields of safety? Was a trailblazer of industry? A supplier who turned your business around? A friend to industry? Or an AMTA staff member who goes above and beyond? They deserve to be recognized, and this is your opportunity to do so! Award-winner prizes include tickets for two to our Awards Celebration, a night at the Grey Eagle, and a cash prize. Nominate someone today: https://amta.ca/amta-2025-award-nominations-now-open/.
Important!! AMTA launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Is there a way AMTA can be more engaging with you, our Membership, and our listeners? Let us know your ideas and email marcom@amta.ca with “Steering Change” in the subject line, and share your thoughts.

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Spec’d for Success: Chrome or Capability?

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0700

In this special episode, we are sharing the fantastic panel discussion held during our November virtual Regional Meeting, “Spec’d for Success: Chrome or Capability?” Making Smart Equipment Choices in Today’s Trucking Industry.

Host Kelsey Hipkin introduces the meeting, previously recorded on November 12, where we explore what it really takes to spec your fleet for success in 2025 and beyond. From understanding a truck’s full life-cycle and real run time requirements, to navigating the rising impact of tariffs on equipment decisions, and more.

Our panelists are Manni Lubana, President & CEO, Lubana Trucking Inc.; Tamara Sanderson, President, Ross Sanderson Trucking (RST); Anders Sorensen, Vice President of Fleet Accounts, Diamond International Trucks; Mark Taylor, Sr Manager, Transportation‑Canada, Pilot Flying J; Will Tucker, Sales and Marketing Manager, Ocean Trailer, and moderated by AMTA’s Dave Elniski.

Our next meetings are our special edition Holiday Networking Regional Meetings. We invite you to join us for a festive lunch and our feature presenters from the Alberta Sheriff-Interdiction Patrol Team K9 Program.

Our Calgary meeting has just passed, but there are still tickets available to join us in Edmonton on December 9, and in Grande Prairie on December 11. Learn more and register now: https://amta.ca/regional-meetings/.

Registration is open for AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference! Join us at the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026.
AMTA’s Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta. Register for the event now and browse our sponsorship opportunities on our website: https://www.amtaconference.ca/.
AMTA’s Award Nominations are also open. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in the fields of safety? Was a trailblazer of industry? A supplier who turned your business around? A friend to industry? Or an AMTA staff member who goes above and beyond? They deserve to be recognized, and this is your opportunity to do so! Award-winner prizes include tickets for two to our Awards Celebration, a night at the Grey Eagle, and a cash prize. Nominate someone today: https://amta.ca/amta-2025-award-nominations-now-open/.
Important!! AMTA launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Is there a way AMTA can be more engaging with you, our Membership, and our listeners? Let us know your ideas and email marcom@amta.ca with “Steering Change” in the subject line, and share your thoughts.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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Sleep is a Profitable Investment

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we review fatigue management and the necessities that every driver needs for longevity and wellness in the commercial transportation industry.

Host Kelsey Hipkin chats with returning guest, Rodolfo Giacoman, Fatigue Management Specialist at the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), to discuss sleep strategies and architecture, ways to reduce stress on the mind and body, why you need to ditch the tiger chasing you, and how sleep is a profitable investment for drivers and carriers alike.

If you are interested in taking the free training provided by the NAFMP on their website, including Module 3 mentioned in the episode, take the training here: https://nafmp.org/training/commercial-vehicle-drivers/
The results and reports from the study on the sleep program can be found on the NAFMP website here: https://nafmp.org/about

If you would like to learn more about the North American Fatigue Management Program (NAFMP), please visit https://nafmp.org/. To learn more about the CVSA, please visit www.cvsa.org/ or contact Rodolfo at rodolfo.giacoman@cvsa.org.

Registration is open for AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference! Join us at the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026.
AMTA’s Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta. Register for the event now and browse our sponsorship opportunities on our website: https://www.amtaconference.ca/.
AMTA’s Award Nominations are also open. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in the fields of safety? Was a trailblazer of industry? A supplier who turned your business around? A friend to industry? Or an AMTA staff member who goes above and beyond? They deserve to be recognized, and this is your opportunity to do so! Award-winner prizes include tickets for two to our Awards Celebration, a night at the Grey Eagle, and a cash prize. Nominate someone today: https://amta.ca/amta-2025-award-nominations-now-open/.
AMTA’s special edition Holiday Networking Regional Meetings are coming up in Calgary on December 3, in Edmonton on December 9, and in Grande Prairie on December 11. Stay tuned for full details and registration coming soon.
Important!! AMTA launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Is there a way AMTA can be more engaging with you, our Membership, and our listeners? Let us know your ideas and email marcom@amta.ca with “Steering Change” in the subject line, and share your thoughts.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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Our Voices Are Stronger When We're Together

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0700

For AMTA’s 50th milestone episode, we are discussing Women in Trucking.

Host Kelsey Hipkin brings back Shelley Walker, Founder and CEO of the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada (WTFC), and the Founder and President of Know Human Trafficking, to the podcast to discuss Shelley’s history as a Class 1 driver, the experiences of women in trucking, mentorship, the significant obstacles and issues facing industry today, and how they are raising awareness for human trafficking across Canada.

Learn more about the Women's Trucking Federation of Canada on their website: https://www.womenstruckingfederationofcanada.net/.
Learn more about Know Human Trafficking on their website: https://knowhumantrafficking.com/.
Save the date for WTFC’s Bridging the Barriers event in Calgary on May 26-27, 2026

Contact Shelley directly with any questions at shelleyu@wtfc.ca.

Interested in AMTA’s advocacy work? Learn more on our website: https://amta.ca/advocacy/, or contact memberservices@amta.ca for Membership details to become a part of our Compliance and Regulatory Affairs meetings, and get in on the action.

Registration is open for AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference! Join us at the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026.
AMTA’s Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta. Register for the event now and browse our sponsorship opportunities on our website: https://www.amtaconference.ca/.
AMTA’s Award Nominations are also open. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in the fields of safety? Was a trailblazer of industry? A supplier who turned your business around? A friend to industry? Or an AMTA staff member who goes above and beyond? They deserve to be recognized, and this is your opportunity to do so! Award-winner prizes include tickets for two to our Awards Celebration, a night at the Grey Eagle, and a cash prize. Nominate someone today: https://amta.ca/amta-2025-award-nominations-now-open/.
AMTA’s special edition Holiday Networking Regional Meetings are coming up in Calgary on December 3, in Edmonton on December 9, and in Grande Prairie on December 11. Stay tuned for full details and registration coming soon.
Important!! AMTA launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Is there a way AMTA can be more engaging with you, our Membership, and our listeners? Let us know your ideas and email marcom@amta.ca with “Steering Change” in the subject line, and share your thoughts.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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Ask the SME

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we are asking one of AMTA’s SMEs (Subject Matter Expert) the most highly requested commercial transportation question from our Membership and podcast audience.

Host Kelsey Hipkin is joined by our very own Dave Elniski, Industry Advisor, Safety and Compliance, and author of AMTA’s Pro-Tech & Pro-Active: Understanding and Leveraging the World of Safety Technology to Move Beyond Compliance-Focused Safety Management, to dive deeper into what our industry wants to know. Dave answers your questions on road transportation, health and safety, operations, logistics, terminology, new technology, and more.

Visit our library of Member Services Resources to find the bulletins mentioned by Dave here: https://amta.ca/member-services-resources/.
Contact the Canada Labour Program: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/labour-contact.html
Learn more about the North American Fatigue Management Program (NAFMP): https://nafmp.org/
Watch the three-part Driver Inc. videos on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLke1O9iX-g&list=PLmicsdS-lHRq-4QW_m2sfu1rhylz87mbg.

Do you have any more questions for Dave that we didn’t answer today? Reach out to them at dave.elniski@amta.ca.

And, reach out to the rest of our Member Services team for any and all safety and commercial transportation-related questions by emailing memberservices@amta.ca.

Interested in reading Dave’s book? Download it for free here: https://amta.ca/amta-announces-book-release-pro-tech-pro-active/

Save the date! AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference registration will open in early November. This year’s conference returns to the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026. Stay tuned to our socials, eNews, and website for the official announcement.
In tandem with Conference registration, keep an eye out for the opening of AMTA’s Award Nominations. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond in the fields of safety? Was a trailblazer of industry? A supplier who turned your business around? A friend to industry? Or an AMTA staff member who goes above and beyond? They deserve to be recognized, and this is your opportunity to do so! Award-winner prizes include tickets for two to our Awards Celebration, a night at the Grey Eagle, and a cash prize. Start thinking about who you could nominate today!
Important!! AMTA has launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA’s "Angels of the Highway" program is designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative not only recognizes the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empowers them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!
Is there a driver in your fleet with an exemplary record? Do they go above and beyond not only for industry but for the motoring public? Nominate them for AMTA’s Driver of the Month program: https://amta.ca/driver-of-the-month/

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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More Than a Driver

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we are revisiting the incredible conversation held during our September virtual Regional Meeting, “More Than a Driver: Putting Professionalism Back Into The Industry”.

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin brings back Kalina LeGoff (Manager, Safety and Compliance, Western Canada, Tri-Line Carriers), and Doug Walton (Senior Advisor, Member Solutions, AMTA), from the Regional for this episode, with the addition of Cliff Litke (Senior Advisor, Member Services, AMTA), to dive deeper into driver supports and workplace culture, the importance of training and mentorship, longevity of the job, and more.

As mentioned in this episode, the quality of the recording from our latest Regional Meeting on September 10 is not to our satisfaction. But if you are still interested in listening to the original meeting, you can do so here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etCp_3R-gM0&list=PLmicsdS-lHRrsRJdVXki5CZt5oBN72CpA&index=11

AMTA Regional Meetings are an opportunity for members, stakeholders, and anyone interested in commercial transportation to gather and learn about industry updates, WCB, Alberta Sheriffs, AMTA events, and guest speakers. Our next Regional Meeting in November will be held virtually. Registration is open now: https://amta.ca/event/amta-november-regional-meeting-virtual/
Join us on Wednesday, October 22, at the Sherwood Park Safety Summit for a full day of content, including a keynote presentation and sessions with information and tangible takeaways relevant to commercial transportation. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Tickets start at only $30, and booths start at only $149. Both are on sale now! https://amta.ca/event/amta-safety-summit-sherwood-park/
Save the date! AMTA’s 88th Annual Conference registration will open in November. This year’s conference returns to the Grey Eagle Event Centre on April 22-23, 2026.
Important!! AMTA has launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA’s "Angels of the Highway" program is designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative not only recognizes the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empowers them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!
Is there a driver in your fleet with an exemplary record? Do they go above and beyond not only for industry but for the motoring public? Nominate them for AMTA’s Driver of the Month program: https://amta.ca/driver-of-the-month/

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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Save Your Bacon: Drive to Conditions

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we talk winter driving! Although it may still be early fall, the bitter cold, icy conditions, and snow are headed our way once again, and we will need to adjust our driving habits accordingly.

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with a familiar voice you may recognize from the beginning of each episode, AMTA’s Rob Destree, Senior Instructor, Driver Development, to dive deeper into the approaching winter driving season.

Watch our videos in partnership with Volker Stevin on sharing the road with snowplows: Part One and Part Two

Watch our episode with Warren Stasiuk from Volker Stevin on snow plow safety: https://www.steeringchange.ca/episodes/episode-31

Resources for road conditions across Western Canada

Alberta: 511 - 511.alberta.ca
British Columbia: Drive BC - www.drivebc.ca
Saskatchewan: Highway Hotline - hotline.gov.sk.ca
Manitoba: 511 - www.manitoba511.ca

According to statistics from the Highway Maintenance Safety Committee, between 2020 and 2021, there were 14 rear-end, 11 side-swipe, and five left-hand wing plow incidents in Alberta.

Be prepared. Be patient. And be safe out there! Winter is coming.

Are you interested in learning more about AMTA’s Truck Driving Simulator Training? Visit our website: amta.ca/simulator-training.
Are you interested in learning more about industry…literally? Consider training with AMTA. We offer hundreds of courses and resources on our website (https://amta.ca/courses/) that will set you up for success, including our Certified Transportation Safety Coordinator program (https://amta.ca/ctsc-program/).
It’s BACK! AMTA’s Drawdown Dinner returns October 16 at the River Cree Entertainment Centre. Tickets are available on our website: https://amta.ca/event/2025-amta-drawdown-dinner/.
Join us on Wednesday, October 22, at the Sherwood Park Safety Summit for a full day of content, including a keynote presentation and sessions with information and tangible takeaways relevant to commercial transportation. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Tickets start at only $30, and booths start at only $149. Both are on sale now! https://amta.ca/event/amta-safety-summit-sherwood-park/
Important!! AMTA has launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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The Long Haul: Retention and Recruitment in the Industry

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we explore retention in commercial transportation in Alberta, with a focus on drivers, but also on all aspects of what makes a carrier, supplier, and more, tick in this industry.

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Leah Mawer, Vice President of Human Resources, Caron Transportation Systems, in our first segment, and then is joined by Alero Okujagu, Senior Program Manager, and Tanara Ferguson, Senior Project Manager, at Trucking HR Canada (THRC) for our second segment.

Learn more about Caron Transportation Systems on their website: https://www.carontransport.ca/

Interested in learning more about THRC?

If you have a question, reach out to THRC: theteam@truckinghr.com
Read the Labour Market Information (LMI) Reports: https://truckinghr.com/labour-market-information/
Learn more about the Top Fleet Employer (TFE) Program: https://truckinghr.com/top-fleet-employers/
- Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala: https://truckinghr.com/event/2025-top-fleet-employers-gala/
Learn more about Women in Trucking: https://truckinghr.com/women-in-trucking/
HR Resource Library: https://truckinghr.com/hr-training-resources/

We are currently in the middle of our Driver Appreciation Days. Over the course of the week, members, staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters express their appreciation – on behalf of all Albertans – to professional commercial drivers within the province. Volunteers are stationed at eight Commercial Vehicle Inspection Stations across Alberta and distribute gift bags to the drivers. If you are interested in getting involved and donating swag for next year (2026), please email events@amta.ca.
Is there a driver in your fleet with an exemplary record? Do they go above and beyond not only for industry but for the motoring public? Nominate them for AMTA’s Driver of the Month: https://amta.ca/driver-of-the-month/
It’s BACK! AMTA’s Drawdown Dinner returns October 16 at the River Cree Entertainment Centre. Tickets are available on our website: https://amta.ca/event/2025-amta-drawdown-dinner/.
Join us on Wednesday, October 22, at the Sherwood Park Safety Summit for a full day of content, including a keynote presentation and sessions with information and tangible takeaways relevant to commercial transportation. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Tickets start at only $30, and booths start at only $149. Both are on sale now! https://amta.ca/event/amta-safety-summit-sherwood-park/
Important!! AMTA has launched a new events platform directly on our website. To register for AMTA events, you must have an AMTA Portal account. Please create an account or log in before registering. We understand setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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Keeping It Rolling: Tire & Wheel End Safety

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Geoff Wiebe, National Account Manager at Kal Tire, AMTA's Doug Walton is live on location at Answer Trailer Rentals and Sales with Shawn Rushton, Fleet and Repair Manager, and we wrap our three segments with Evan Schielke, Regional Sales Manager at STEMCO.

In our conversation, we're talking wheels, or wheel-offs to be precise, in one of our biggest episodes yet!

We discuss tire safety, common factors for tire blow-outs on the highway, industry policies and procedures done to prevent wheel-offs and over-torquing, safety around wheels and installation, as well as new technologies enhancing safety for wheels on the road.

A special thank you to the team at Kal Tire for supplying the video footage, Answer Trailer for allowing us to come on-site for a demonstration, and to STEMCO for providing pictures and video footage of the wheel-end safety products discussed in this episode. See this footage by watching this episode on our YouTube channel.

Learn more about Kal Tire on their website: https://commercial.kaltire.com/en/ or contact Geoff at geoff_wiebe@kaltire.com.
Learn more about Answer Trailer Rentals and Sales on their website: https://www.atrl.ca/, or contact Shawn at info@atrl.ca.
Learn more about STEMCO and their products, including the Auto-Torq Axel Fastener, on their website: https://www.stemco.com/, or contact Evan Schielke at evan.schielke@stemco.com.
Watch the full installation video of the Auto-Torq Axel Fastener, included in this episode, on the STEMCO website: https://www.stemco.com/resource/auto-torq-video/
Read more about the PACE award won by STEMCO for their wheel end products: https://www.stemco.com/article/stemco-wins-automotive-news-pace-award-for-streamlining-wheel-end-installation/
STEMCO is running a program that includes a Safety Pledge, one more step to keep our roads safer. Those who review and sign our safety pledge will receive a free STEMCO hat. Take the pledge here: https://www.stemco.com/mtrs/

It’s BACK! AMTA’s Drawdown Dinner returns October 16 at the River Cree Entertainment Centre. Tickets are available on our website: https://amta.ca/event/2025-amta-drawdown-dinner/.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

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A Future of New Opportunities

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA’s Kelsey Hipkin is taking us to the future for the third and final episode of our special three-part series - Trucking: Past, Present, and Future.

In our last episode, we looked at what is going on in Alberta in the present and what impacts are being made to commercial transportation.

In today’s episode, we are looking forward, literally, to the future of commercial transportation. Kelsey sits down with Jared Sayers, President and CEO of Azolla Hydrogen Ltd., and Terri Johnson, Manager, Industry Advancement with AMTA, to discuss alternative fuels, autonomous vehicles, vehicle improvements, safety improvements, and more, and how this impacts the future of commercial transportation in our province and beyond.

Learn more about Azolla Hydrogen by visiting their website: https://www.azollahydrogen.com/, or by contacting Jared directly at jsayers@azollahydrogen.com.
If you have any questions for Terri or Terri’s team, please reach out directly at Terri.Johnson@amta.ca.
Listen to our most recent Steering Change episode with Terri Johnson and our panel about ‘Carrier Successes in New Technology’ here: https://www.steeringchange.ca/episodes/episode-38.
Listen to the Steering Change episode with Terri Johnson and Erin Horb, discussing a few of the many exciting projects our Industry Advancement team is working on: https://www.steeringchange.ca/episodes/episode-18.
And read more about the projects AMTA’s Industry Advancement team is working on by visiting our website: https://amta.ca/innovation-projects/.
Interested in learning more about Hydrogen Commercial Vehicle Demonstrations and vehicle trials, or exploring collaboration projects? Please connect with our Industry Advancement team by contacting Terri.Johnson@amta.ca.
Interested in reading Dave Elniski’s book, mentioned at the beginning of this episode, “Pro-Tech & Pro-Active: Understanding and Leveraging the World of Safety Technology to Move Beyond Compliance-Focused Safety Management”? Read it freely here: https://amta.ca/amta-announces-book-release-pro-tech-pro-active/
It’s BACK! AMTA’s Drawdown Dinner returns October 16 at the River Cree Entertainment Centre. Tickets are available on our website: https://amta.ca/event/2025-amta-drawdown-dinner/.

Do you have an idea for a future Steering Change series? Message us at marcom@amta.ca.

If you have any questions or concerns about topics related to what was discussed in this episode, or commercial transportation and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at memberservices@amta.ca.

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Trucking Today - an Update on our Industry

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA’s Kelsey Hipkin welcomes us back for the second episode of our special three-part series - Trucking: Past, Present, and Future.

In our last episode, we took you back to when trucking emerged in Alberta, and you heard from some of the voices of the province’s commercial transportation past.
In this episode, we look at what is going on in Alberta today that impacts commercial transportation. You'll hear from Alexandra Bennet, Director, Strategic Initiatives, Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC), with an update on the Class 1 Learning Pathway program, and we'll check in with AMTA’s Dave Elniski, Industry Advisor, Safety & Compliance, who has recently published a book on safety technology and compliance-focused safety management.

Learn more about the Alberta Carrier Excellent Safety (ACES) Program here: https://amta.ca/aces-program-highlights-alberta-carrier-on-road-safety-performance/.
Listen to the Steering Change episode on the launch of the Class 1 Learning Pathway here: https://www.steeringchange.ca/episodes/episode-35.
Learn more about the Class 1 Learning Pathway program and how it works on the Alberta Government website: https://www.alberta.ca/class-1-learning-pathway. Here you can watch the ‘Day in the Life’ video series, as mentioned in this episode (scroll to the bottom of the webpage).
For details on Alberta Driving Schools, please contact memberservices@amta.ca.
If you are interested in learning more about the Employment Pathway Grant, visit the Alberta Government website: https://www.alberta.ca/employment-pathway-grant.
If you would like to learn more about what AMTA President, Robert Harper, calls the scourge of Industry, Driver Inc., watch our three-part video series on unscrupulous carriers on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmicsdS-lHRq-4QW_m2sfu1rhylz87mbg.

If you are interested in learning more or have any questions for Dave Elniski, please reach out to them at dave.elniski@amta.ca.

Interested in reading Dave Elniski’s book “Pro-Tech & Pro-Active: Understanding and Leveraging the World of Safety Technology to Move Beyond Compliance-Focused Safety Management”? Read it freely here: https://amta.ca/amta-announces-book-release-pro-tech-pro-active/
Dave also mentions his other work, 'Psychosocial Hazard Control in Alberta's Trucking Industry'. Read that here.

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Voices of Alberta's Transportation Past

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA’s Kelsey Hipkin kicks off the first episode of our special three-part series - Trucking: Past, Present, and Future.

To know Alberta’s trucking past is to know the individuals who built the foundation of what commercial transportation represents today.

In this episode, we take a trip down commercial transportation memory lane in Alberta – and we’re doing that with some actual voices of Alberta’s Commercial Transportation past, including those who continue to support and advance industry after years in the field.

*All photos and recordings used in this episode are from the AMTA archives.

If you would like to delve even deeper into the voices of the past, we encourage you to read "Big Wheels Across the Prairie: A History of Trucking in Alberta" by Paul M. Rubak, a former recipient of the AMTA Historical Award.

Volunteer registration is now open and filling fast for AMTA’s Driver Appreciation Days, taking place Sept. 8-17. The only locations yet to fill all volunteer slots are Dunmore, Whitecourt, and Hinton. Learn more and register now: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days-2025.
Curious about the various AMTA memberships or how you can get involved? Reach out to membership@amta.ca for more information.

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Dissecting Interprovincial Trade Barriers

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Andrew Barnes, Sr. Advisor, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, AMTA.

In our conversation, we discuss the biggest commercial transportation issues we’re seeing when it comes to interprovincial trade barriers, takeaways from this year’s Canadian Council of Motor Transportation Administrators conference, collaboration with other provinces, and what it will take to move forward on infrastructure disparities, and more!

If you would like to contact Andy to learn more about what is discussed in this episode or to discuss any issues you are having, please reach out to him at andrew.barnes@amta.ca. The voices of our Carrier Members are critical to informing us of issues that need to change in our industry.

As Andy mentions, our Member Services team at AMTA is ready to be a resource for you and your company and help in any way we can. Please contact us at memberservices@amta.ca, or visit amta.ca for more information and resources.

Visit the Government of British Columbia website to view the Road Transport Manual: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/vehicle-safety-enforcement/information-education/commercial-transport-procedures

If you would like to sign up for our bi-weekly eNews and stay on top of all things AMTA, register here: https://www.amta.ca/#enews.

AMTA’s Draw Down Dinner is returning. We look forward to seeing you on October 16 at the River Cree Resort and Casino for networking, dinner, entertainment, and prizes. Registration opens in mid-July, so keep an eye on amta.ca and our social media.
Keep an eye out for details coming soon for AMTA’s Driver Appreciation Days taking place September 8-17, 2025. Learn more: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days-2025
Coming up next on Steering Change, we will be presenting a three-part series - Trucking: Past, Present, and Future. Join us as we hear from the voices of Alberta’s Commercial Transportation past, what AMTA and industry are up to today, and what industry can expect when it comes to the future of transportation in Alberta, and beyond.

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Your WCB Questions Answered

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0600

**Trigger warning: this episode contains a special segment that discusses human trafficking, sexual assault, and bodily harm.

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with returning Steering Change guest, Deborah Nilsen, Industry Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Board - Alberta (WCB).

We have noticed that at each event, specifically our Safety Summits, where Deb and/or her colleagues present, there are many questions as a follow-up. So we posed the question on our AMTA socials and myAMTA and asked you, our Members, our listeners, and the general public, for questions for WCB-Alberta. And you delivered.

In our conversation, we review the questions posed by our audience, including examples of modified duties and what an employer can provide for their workers, strategies for a company to cut down on their WCB premiums, what employers can do if they disagree with the outcome of a claim, and more.

As well, in this episode, we have a special segment with Heather Fry, Director of Industry Training, TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking). We discuss TAT’s Harriet Tubman Award and stories of past recipients and nominees, as well as the free training offered by TAT. *Trigger warning of human trafficking, sexual assault, and bodily harm.

If you would like to learn more about the WCB, please visit their website: www.wcb.ab.ca

To contact the WCB:

If your main operations are North of Hwy 11 in Red Deer, your contact is:
Deborah Nilsen
780-498-7647
Deborah.nilsen@wcb.ab.ca
If your main operations are South of Hwy 11 in Red Deer, your contact is:
Leigh-Ann Moroz
403-517-6124
Leigh-ann.moroz@wcb.ab.ca
If your main operations are outside of the province and you have an Alberta WCB account, please contact either one.

Resources mentioned in this video:

Seminars and Workshops: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/resources/for-employers/seminars-and-workshops/.
Workshops: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/millard-treatment-centre/workshops/
Information for Employers: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/claims/review-and-appeals/for-employers/
Training on the Job program: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/return-to-work/training-on-the-job.html
Claim Cost Transfer form: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/assets/pdfs/employers/A638.pdf
The Advisor Office for Alberta Workers’ Compensation: https://advisoroffice.alberta.ca/
View the myWCB portal: https://my.wcb.ab.ca/ess/signin.
Check out the WCB Employer App: https://wcb.ab.ca/resources/for-employers/online-services.html.
WCB Resource: Modified Work Generator for Trucking
WCB Resource: 99 Things to Do When There’s Nothing To Do.
WCB Resource: Modified Duty Task List.
Optional worker modified duties, view AMTA’s Education and Training courses: https://www.amta.ca/courses.
View AMTA’s Micro Learn library for psychosocial hazards (PSH), musculoskeletal injuries (MSI), and slips, trips, and falls (STF): https://www.amta.ca/micro-learn.

Learn more about TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking) and take the free training: https://tatnonprofit.org/.

Nominate a hero for the Harriet Tubman award (the deadline is the end of July and is North America-wide): https://tatnonprofit.org/awards/#tat-hta.
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 833-900-1010

AMTA’s Edmonton Golf Tournament, happening next week on June 26, 2025, at the Links at Spruce Grove, is sold out. Hopefully, we will be able to catch you on the course next year.
Keep an eye out for details coming soon for AMTA’s Driver Appreciation Days taking place September 8-17, 2025. Learn more: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days-2025
AMTA’s latest campaign, Spring into Safety, looks at the transition from winter to spring and how that can affect how we drive, prepare to drive, and how we interact with other road users. Be sure to check out our June 6 Steering Change episode, where we explored that further, discussing the impact of wildlife strikes, sharing the road with motorcycles, and spring clean-up.

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Spring into Safety

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Sgt. Scott Kallweit of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services within the Alberta Sheriffs, Sgt. Kerry Bates of the Edmonton Police Service, and AMTA’s Josh Hannaberry.

AMTA’s latest campaign, Spring into Safety, looks at the transition from winter to spring and how that can affect how we drive, prepare to drive, and how we interact with other road users. In this episode, we explore this further, discussing the impacts of wildlife strikes, sharing the road with motorcycles, and spring cleanup.

If you would like to learn more about each organization and its initiatives, visit their websites below:

Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services within the Alberta Sheriffs: https://www.alberta.ca/fish-wildlife-area-office-contacts
Edmonton Police Service: https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/

If you would like to learn more about the Animal-Vehicle Collision Safety Program, as discussed by Sgt. Kallweit on this episode, visit the Alberta Government website: https://www.alberta.ca/animal-vehicle-collision-safety-program
And if you have any further inquiries, please contact memberservices@amta.ca for more information.

AMTA’s DrawDown Dinner is returning. We look forward to seeing you on October 16 at the River Cree Resort and Casino for networking, dinner, entertainment, and prizes. Registration opens in July, so keep an eye on amta.ca and our social media.
Have you ever wondered what exactly is involved with an AMTA Membership? Reach out to us at membership@amta.ca with any questions you may have surrounding Supplier, Associate Carrier, Full Carrier, and AMTA Elite Memberships .

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Poised for Transformational Change

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 23 May 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Abraham Masri, Manager of Energy Transition and Sustainability at Trimac; Dave Schmidt, Western Canada RMX, Fleet and Training Manager at Lafarge Canada Inc.; Jacob Adams, Director of Sustainability and Risk and Manager of Optimization at Arrow Transportation Systems; and Terri Johnson, Manager of Industry Advancement at AMTA.

In this episode, we continue the conversation from our Carrier Successes in New Technology session at AMTA’s 87th Annual Conference last month. We discuss how these companies are the trailblazers redefining carrier success in cutting-edge technology, how emerging technologies can shape your business, and what the future holds for our industry.

If you would like to learn more about each company and their initiatives, visit their websites below or contact them directly:

Abraham Masri, amasri@trimac.com, Trima
Dave Schmidt, Lafarge Canada Inc.
Jacob Adams, Arrow Transportation Systems
Terri Johnson, terri.johnson@amta.ca, AMTA

AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), which returns May 31, 2025, celebrates 75 years of Driver Excellence!
Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of five categories: Straight Truck, Pup Trailer Day Cab, Day Cab, Bunk Truck, and B-Train.
Driver and Volunteer registration closes TODAY, May 23. Register now before it’s too late. Learn more about PTDC on our website, or contact events@amta.ca.
Dust off your clubs! AMTA's Annual Golf Tournaments are back this June! Join us at the Blue Devil Golf course in Calgary on Tuesday, June 17, and at the Links at Spruce Grove on Thursday, June 26. Whether a returning golfer or new to this event, we look forward to seeing you on the course! Register yourself or your team now on our website for Calgary or Edmonton. (Only a few spots remaining!!) For sponsorship opportunities or questions, please email events@amta.ca.
AMTA’s latest campaign, Spring into Safety, looks at the transition from winter to spring and how that can affect how we drive, prepare to drive, and how we interact with other road users. Stay tuned for our June 6 episode, where we explore that further, discussing impacts of wildlife strikes, sharing the road with motorcycles, and spring cleanup.

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In Your Corner with Member Solutions

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 09 May 2025 06:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with our Member Solutions Team: Doug Walton, Sr. Advisor, Kristin Picken, Advisor (South), and Chad Albert, Advisor (North).

In this episode, we discuss the improvements that we have made to our membership benefits to reflect the growing value that AMTA delivers for Carriers and Suppliers in Alberta. These improvements, announced April 1, include changes to the full Carrier Member pricing and a tiered Supplier Membership opportunity. Our Member Solutions team deep dives into the changes to Carrier fees, the response from our members and Carriers so far and the importance of engagement and dialogue, the new opportunities for Suppliers with AMTA Elite, and how these benefits could impact incoming AMTA members.

If you would like to contact our Member Services team (including the lovely Helen Taylor, as mentioned in this episode), please contact memberservices@amta.ca, or contact our Member Solutions team directly:

Doug Walton, Sr. Advisor: doug.walton@amta.ca
Kristin Picken, Advisor (Southern Alberta): kristin.picken@amta.ca
Chad Albert, Advisor (Northern Alberta): chad.albert@amta.ca

If you have any questions about the new member value initiative, please reach out to us membership@amta.ca or visit amta.ca/become-a-member for more details.

Have you joined myAMTA?

With the launch of the myAMTA Carrier Member Network, we have been thrilled with the number of Carrier Members that have joined us already on the platform!

This platform is designed specifically for AMTA Carrier Members and AMTA Elite Supplier Members, offering a powerful space to connect, learn, and stay updated on everything industry-related. Request access to this Network directly at my.amta.ca.

Please note: This network is exclusively for AMTA Carrier Members and AMTA Elite. If you are interested in joining our thriving community, you can apply today at amta.ca/become-a-member or email membership@amta.ca with any questions.

AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), which returns May 31, 2025, celebrates 75 years of Driver Excellence!
Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of five categories: Straight Truck, Pup Trailer Day Cab, Day Cab, Bunk Truck, and B-Train.
Driver and Volunteer registration is open now! (Registration closes May 23)!
Join Christina Sadlowski and our many other amazing volunteers who have already signed up and register soon, registration for both Drivers and Volunteers goes quickly. Learn more about PTDC on our website, or contact events@amta.ca.
Dust off your clubs! AMTA's Annual Golf Tournaments are back this June! Join us at the Blue Devil Golf course in Calgary on Tuesday, June 17, and at the Links at Spruce Grove on Thursday, June 26. Whether a returning golfer or new to this event, we look forward to seeing you on the course! Register yourself or your team now on our website for Calgary or Edmonton. (Spots fill up fast!) For sponsorship opportunities or questions, please email events@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!

Listeners, don’t forget about the AMTA Mailbag! We want to hear from you with your industry queries. DM us with your questions and we will answer via the AMTA Mailbag segment in future episodes or directly via our team of advisors.

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The Human Aspect of Safety

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin chats with Josh Hannaberry, AMTA’s Senior Advisor, Strategic Partnerships, and Christina Sadlowski, CTSP Advisor for Fleet Safety with Strike Group.

In this episode, we dive into Christina and Josh’s journey towards getting their Certified Transportation Safety Professional (CTSP) designations, their motivations to pursue the designation, their experience with the process, and how the program encourages collaboration among peers working toward certification.

We also discuss how the CTSP and CTSC designations highlight the diversity in commercial vehicle operations - beyond the typical tractor-trailer setups - and the unique safety needs that come with it. Plus, from an insurance and compliance angle, we dive into how the designation supports safety through both the National Safety Code (NSC) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) frameworks.

Visit AMTA’s website if you would like to learn more about the Certified Transportation Safety Professional (CTSP) program: https://www.amta.ca/ctsp, or the Certified Transportation Safety Coordinator (CTSC) program: https://www.amta.ca/ctsc.

With the launch of our new member value initiative, AMTA has made the CTSC and CTSP designations more attainable. This includes adjustments to full carrier fees and tiered supplier memberships, including bundled education packages with CTSC and CTSP.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us membership@amta.ca or visit amta.ca/become-a-member for more details.

Thank you to everyone who attended AMTA’s 87th Annual Conference at the River Cree Resort and Casino from April 8-10, 2025, in Enoch. We know many meaningful connections were made, and we always value the support in advancing commercial transportation in Alberta.
Safety is at the forefront of commercial transportation in Alberta. Join us on May 8, 2025, at the Lethbridge Safety Summit for a full day of content, including a keynote presentation and sessions with information and tangible takeaways relevant to commercial transportation. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Get your tickets now, only $30!
AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), which returns May 31, 2025, celebrates 75 years of Driver Excellence!
Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of five categories: Straight Truck, Pup Trailer Day Cab, Day Cab, Bunk Truck, and B-Train.
Driver and Volunteer registration is open now! (registration closes May 23)!
Join Christina Sadlowski and our many other amazing volunteers who have already signed up and register soon, registration for both Drivers and Volunteers goes quickly. Learn more about PTDC on our website, or contact events@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!
In this episode, Christina mentioned AMTA’s Driver Appreciation Days. Volunteer registration for this event, held in September each year, will open soon. In the meantime, our hunt has begun for great swag to fill the gift bags for the commercial drivers.
With your help, we can show drivers just how appreciated they are. If you are interested in learning more and adding an item in these bags, or are interested in other sponsorship opportunities, please contact events@amta.ca.

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The Road to a New Learning Pathway

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin, Manager of Communications, and Erica Cormack, Manager of Education, chat with Catherine Williams, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Traffic Safety Services with Alberta’s Transportation & Economic Corridors (TEC).

In our conversation, we discuss an overview of the Class 1 Learning Pathway, which the Alberta Government officially launched as of April 1, 2025. Catherine gives us more details on why this change is being implemented, what this new pathway process will look like for prospective drivers, how this affects the goal of commercial driving being recognized as a trade, what the transition period between the current MELT program and Learning Pathways will be, and more!

To learn more about the Learning Pathways program, visit the website: https://www.alberta.ca/class-1-learning-pathway
On this website, you can also watch the ‘Day in the Life’ videos that Catherine mentions in our conversation.

Read the News Release on the Learning Pathway for Class 1 Drivers on the Alberta Government website.
In addition, learn more about Transportation and Economic Corridors and their other programs and initiatives on their website.

Safety is at the forefront of commercial transportation in Alberta. Join us on May 8, 2025, at the Lethbridge Safety Summit for a full day of content, including a keynote presentation and sessions with information and tangible takeaways relevant to commercial transportation. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Get your tickets now, only $30!
AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), which returns May 31, 2025, celebrates 75 years of Driver Excellence!
Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of five categories: Straight Truck, Pup Trailer Day Cab, Day Cab, Bunk Truck, and B-Train.
Driver and Volunteer registration is open now! (registration closes May 23)!
Please note registration for both Drivers and Volunteers goes quickly. Learn more about PTDC on our website, or contact events@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!
If you have any questions on our new Member Value Launch that dropped April 1, please reach out to us membership@amta.ca or visit amta.ca for more details.

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Don’t Read Between the Lines

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin, Manager of Communications, and Doug Walton, Senior Advisor, Member Solutions, chat with Constable James Kendrick of the Edmonton Police Service.

In our conversation, we discuss something that has become an epidemic, and is affecting the safety of Alberta’s highways and beyond … distracted driving. Constable Kendrick provides examples of distracted driving that he and other officers with EPS have seen on the local roadways, some misconceptions that people have with using smartphones or ELDs and operating vehicles, and the penalties that drivers face when caught driving distracted.

When the risk is your own and others’ lives on the road, it is not worth it. Just don’t do it.

Since January, AMTA has been behind the wheel of a Distracted Driving campaign. We’re inviting you to take a stand against distracted driving by joining us in taking the pledge to make our highways safer. It’s time for us to come together and protect what matters most – our loved ones, our communities, and our beautiful province. We can make every drive safer by not reading between the lines!

By taking the pledge against distracted driving, you’re joining our community that’s committed to safety and positive change. Submit your video or words today and make sure you share with your friends, what are you waiting for? It’s a simple step that could save a life tomorrow.

Take the Pledge

Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton, are available on our website, and tickets are going fast!
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is 4pm on April 1, 2025.
Please note, our Tradeshow is officially sold out. Some sponsorship opportunities remain, please contact laurie@amta.ca to learn more.
AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), which returns May 31, 2025, celebrates 75 years of Driver Excellence!
Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of five categories: Straight Truck, Pup Trailer Day Cab, Day Cab, Bunk Truck, and B-Train.
Driver and Volunteer registration is open now! (registration closes May 23)!
Please note registration for both Drivers and Volunteers goes quickly. Learn more about PTDC on our website, or contact events@amta.ca.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!

Join the conversation at:
Web: amta.ca
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Facebook: AlbertaMotorTransportAssociation
LinkedIn: alberta-motor-transport-association

PTDC - 75 Years of Driver Excellence

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0600

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and long-time planner of the PTDC, Michelle Spacil, chat with Members of our Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC) Committee: Matt Geib, PTDC Marshall, Don Achtemichuk, PTDC Co-Marshall, and Don MacDonald, PTDC Track Master.

In our conversation, we highlight AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC) which returns May 31, 2025, celebrating 75 years of Driver Excellence! We discuss how this event works, the specifics of the course and what it takes to navigate it, our collaboration with the Alberta Sheriffs, the importance of having an event that celebrates commercial drivers, and more.

Commercial drivers ensure goods and services in Alberta get to where they need to go, and this event serves to highlight the skillsets required behind the wheel. Drivers participate in one of four categories: Straight Truck, Tandem Single-Axle Pup, Tandem Bunk, and B-Train.

Driver and Volunteer registration opens Monday, March 17 (registration closes May 23)! Please note registration for both Drivers and Volunteers goes quickly. Learn more about PTDC on our website.

Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton, are available on our website, and tickets are going fast!
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is 4pm on April 1, 2025.
Please note, our Tradeshow is officially sold out. Some sponsorship opportunities remain, please contact laurie@amta.ca to learn more.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!

Join the conversation at:

Web: amta.ca

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Beyond Compliance: Safety Technology in the Industry

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin, Dave Elniski, and Andy Barnes chat with Steve Keppler, Co-Director of Scopelitis Transportation Consulting.

In our conversation, we discuss voluntary safety programs like Beyond Compliance and how facilitating best practices, safety management systems, training and coaching services, and new technologies can help carriers of all sizes to reduce collisions, empower drivers, and improve safety within your company.

If you would like to learn more about Scopelitis Transportation Consulting, please contact Steve at skeppler@scopelitisconsulting.com or visit the website: https://scopelitisconsulting.com/.
If you are interested in speaking with Andy Barnes, expert on all things Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, please contact him at andrew.barnes@amta.ca.
If you are interested in speaking with Dave Elniski, expert on all things Safety and Compliance, (or to ask him more about their fascinating research and white paper) please contact them at dave.elniski@amta.ca.
If you would like to hear Dave and Steve talk more about ‘Technology & Safety in Transportation’ live on stage at AMTA’s AMTA’s Annual Conference, join us on April 8-10, 2025, at the River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton. Tickets are still available on our website.
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is April 1, 2025.
Distracted driving is a growing threat on Alberta’s roads, contributing to thousands of convictions and countless preventable collisions each year. At AMTA, we’re taking action to make a difference—starting with you. Through education, awareness, and a shared commitment, we can reduce distracted driving incidents and create safer roadways for everyone. Take the AMTA Distracted Driving Pledge on our website and show your dedication to driving focused. Together, we can change habits, save lives, and set a new standard for safety on the road.

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Hang Back, It's Snowplow Season

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Rob Destree chat with Warren Stasiuk, Safety Manager at Volker Stevin Highways Ltd.
In our conversation, we discuss snowplow logistics in Alberta, roadside safety for snowplow drivers and the motoring public, tips and tricks for approaching snowplows on the road, and ways to stay safe on the highways in winter storm conditions.

If you would like to learn more about Volker Stevin or snowplow safety, please contact Warren on their website at: https://www.volkerstevin.ca/contact/

Visit https://511.alberta.ca/map#:Alerts and select “Snowplows / Maintenance Vehicles” from the filter options on the right of the map to view a live map of snowplows on the highways in Alberta
A law was put into place in September of 2023 to protect roadside workers on Alberta’s highways. When driving in the closest lane to any stopped roadside vehicle with flashing lights activated, drivers must move to the far lane or slow down to 60 km/hr. Read the law here: https://www.alberta.ca/roadside-worker-safety.
Learn more about the safety rules and possible fines for passing snowplows on the roads: https://www.alberta.ca/driving-safely-around-snowplows.
Watch our snowplow safety videos here: Part One and Part Two
Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton, are available on our website, and are already 50% sold out!
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is April 1, 2025.
Distracted driving is a growing threat on Alberta’s roads, contributing to thousands of convictions and countless preventable collisions each year. At AMTA, we’re taking action to make a difference—starting with you. Through education, awareness, and a shared commitment, we can reduce distracted driving incidents and create safer roadways for everyone. Take the AMTA Distracted Driving Pledge on our website and show your dedication to driving focused. Together, we can change habits, save lives, and set a new standard for safety on the road.
Commercial drivers play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in maintaining safety on Alberta’s roads. Each day, they navigate challenging conditions, weather, and traffic to deliver goods safely, while also taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of everyone around them. AMTA is introducing an "Angels of the Highway" program designed to celebrate and acknowledge these selfless efforts. This initiative will not only recognize the commitment truck drivers make to road safety but also empower them with the tools and resources to continue their vital work while staying healthy, safe, and supported on the road. Nominate your driver today!

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Safety as a Common Goal

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Michelle Spacil chat with Arlene Ledi-Thom, President and Board of Directors and Chair of the Society, with the Health and Safety Conference Society of Alberta (HSCSA).
In our conversation, we discuss the Health and Safety Conference and how AMTA came to be involved, the importance of all the health and safety-related industries coming together to collaborate, and what we can expect from this year’s conference.

If you would like to learn more about the Alberta Health and Safety Conference, please contact Arlene at info@hsconference.ca or visit the website: https://hsconference.ca/

Register here to attend the upcoming 22nd Alberta Health and Safety Conference on April 2 & 3, 2025, at the Westin Calgary Airport, and check out the exhibitor, attendee, and sponsorship information.

Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton, are available now on our website.
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is April 1, 2025.
AMTA Award nominations are now open! - Including our Safety Person of the Year Award.
Every year, AMTA celebrates the brightest and best of industry who make outstanding contributions to the commercial transportation industry and the Association through these awards. Our winners will be announced at our 2025 Awards Celebration Dinner during our Annual Conference in April. Submit your nominations here.
Nominations must be submitted by NOON, Friday, February 14, 2025
Distracted driving is a growing threat on Alberta’s roads, contributing to thousands of convictions and countless preventable collisions each year. At AMTA, we’re taking action to make a difference—starting with you. Through education, awareness, and a shared commitment, we can reduce distracted driving incidents and create safer roadways for everyone. Take the AMTA Distracted Driving Pledge on our website and show your dedication to driving focused. Together, we can change habits, save lives, and set a new standard for safety on the road.

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Safety is a Journey

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Rob Destree chat with two of our past Safety Person of the Year Award recipients, Christine Groulx, Health and Safety Manager of 4Seasons Transportation (2022), and Dale Howard, Regional Safety Manager for Canada with Flying J Canada Transport (2024), for one of our favourite topics as an association: safety.
In our conversation, we discuss the significance of safety in day-to-day operations, the value of supportive workplace culture and training, the importance of driver recruitment and retention, the use of emerging safety technology including cameras, and more.

If you would like to learn more about safety at 4Seasons, please contact Christine at ChristineG@4seasonstransport.com or visit their website: https://www.4seasonstransport.com/.

If you would like to learn more about safety at Pilot Flying J Canada, please contact Dale at dale.howard@pilottravelcenters.com or visit their website: https://pilotflyingj.com/.

Nominate your outstanding driver or AMTA’s Driver of the Month program on our website. Winners receive recognition, a certificate, and more. All of our monthly winners then have an opportunity to win our annual Driver of the Year Award.

Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, River Cree Resort and Casino, Edmonton, are available now on our website.
The deadline to register for the Annual Conference or Awards Celebration is April 1, 2025.
AMTA Award nominations are now open! - Including our Safety Person of the Year Award.
Every year, AMTA celebrates the brightest and best of industry who make outstanding contributions to the commercial transportation industry and the Association through these awards. Our winners will be announced at our 2025 Awards Celebration Dinner during our Annual Conference in April. Submit your nominations here.
Nominations must be submitted by NOON, Friday, February 14, 2025
Join our growing community on the myAMTA Carrier Member Network.
This exclusive platform is designed specifically for AMTA Carrier Members, offering a powerful space to connect, learn, and stay updated on everything industry-related.
Request access to this Network directly at my.amta.ca.
Please note: This network is exclusively for AMTA Carrier Members. If you’re not yet a Full Carrier Member, you can apply today at amta.ca/become-a-member and join our thriving community.
In 2025, AMTA will be presenting three day-long Safety Summits across Alberta
The Cochrane Safety Summit will take place on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Join us for a full day of content including a keynote presentation, and sessions with WCB, Trucking HR Canada and more. Network with like-minded transportation professionals and explore our event tradeshow. Learn more and register to attend or for a booth on our website.
To get involved in other AMTA events, including virtual and in-person Regional Meetings, visit our website to view our events calendar, or support AMTA in other ways and view our 2025 Sponsorship Guide.

If you have any questions or concerns about health and safety or other topics related to commercial driving and driver safety, or general membership questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team, including both Helen and Cliff as mentioned in this episode, at memberservices@amta.ca.

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Exploring Safer Roads

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Dave Elniski chat with Brenda Suggett, Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Road Safety Professionals (CARSP), for our first episode of 2025, or Season 2 of Steering Change, if you will.

In our conversation, we focus on all aspects of road safety and ways Carriers and Drivers can apply research to their operations to improve their safety on the highways.

If you would like to learn more about CARSP, please contact Brenda at info@carsp.ca, or visit their website to access the newsletter, resources, and webinars: https://carsp.ca/en/.

Below are links to the studies and research mentioned in this episode:

A Year of Steering Change

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Michelle Spacil (Steering Change’s very first guest), chat with Tim Bennett, AMTA Board Chair, for our special Steering Change One-Year Anniversary episode. In our conversation, we look back on the year that we have had, both at Steering Change, and at AMTA.

Having an AMTA Podcast has been a dream for many years. We wanted a different way of promoting AMTA initiatives and important takeaways for everyone involved in commercial transportation, especially our Membership and commercial drivers, and what better way than to be broadcasted from truck radios traveling across Canada and beyond.

Our very first podcast episode premiered on December 15, 2023, and with the efforts of AMTA Staff and Industry friends, here we are one year later. Since our inaugural episode, Steering Change has reached the top 5 of the Canadian Business News category on the Apple Podcast charts, published 27 episodes with more than 1700 downloads, welcomed more than 60 guests and co-hosts combined, and shared information and knowledge with the goal of empowering and educating through accurate, trustworthy, need-to-know information, that will help you safely succeed in industry.

Have you joined myAMTA?
With the launch of the myAMTA Carrier Member Network, we have been thrilled with the number of Carrier Members that have joined us already on the platform! This exclusive platform is designed specifically for AMTA Carrier Members, offering a powerful space to connect, learn, and stay updated on everything industry-related.
Request access to this Network directly at my.amta.ca. Please note: If you’re not yet a Full Carrier Member, you can apply today at amta.ca/become-a-member and join our thriving community.
Tickets for AMTA’s Annual Conference, April 8-10, 2025, are available now on our website. Early bird ticket sale ends December 31, 2024.
Are you interested in getting more involved with AMTA's events? Become one of our incredible sponsors! Sponsorship opportunities are available at all levels. View our 2025 Sponsorship Guide! Email laurie.tod@amta.ca with all inquiries.
Visit the event page on our website to view our list of exciting events coming up in 2025, including our Annual Conference, Regional Meetings, Draw Down Dinner, Driver Appreciation and more!
- AMTA is seeking interested members to advise on our Draw Down Dinner committee. Interested members will be required to fill out a Terms of Reference to participate. If you would like to share your expertise on building this 2025 event please reach out to marcom@amta.ca by January 15, 2024.
AMTA Award nominations are now open! Every year, AMTA celebrates the brightest and best of industry who make outstanding contributions to the commercial transportation industry and the Association through these awards. Our winners will be announced at our 2025 Awards Celebration Dinner during our Annual Conference in April. Submit your nominations here. Nominations must be submitted by NOON, Friday, February 14, 2025
Learn more about Learning Pathways for Class 1 on the Alberta Government’s website.
Interested in our Certified Transportation Safety Professional (CTSP) program? Visit our Education page on our website to learn more, and view the 2025 Education Course calendar while you’re there.
Learn more about our Certificate of Recognition (COR) program on our website.
Please visit our Industry Advancement page on our website to view our projects, including AZETEC, and contact our team if you are interested in Hydrogen Vehicle Demonstrations and trials.
Learn more about our Advocacy efforts and our Compliance and Regulatory Affairs (CRA) department on our website, and read some of our Advocacy wins for the year in our AMTA Advocates blog.

If you have any questions or concerns about commercial transportation, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at memberservices@amta.ca.

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Mind on the Move

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0700

**Trigger warning: this episode contains discussions around mental health and brief mentions of PTSD, past trauma, and suicide.

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Doug Walton chat with Kris Marks, founder and CEO of VĪV Mental Health, for the fourth and final episode of our special edition four-part series: Road to Wellness. These episodes are dedicated to the health and well-being of the commercial drivers who keep goods on the move 24/7.
In our conversation, we address an important topic that is often overlooked in our industry, and that is our mental health. Our goal with this discussion is to raise more awareness about mental health, break the ice and reduce the stigma, inspire listeners to foster healthy support systems and connections, and identify when and how to seek help.

If you are experiencing isolation and need help, there are many resources available: https://www.vivmentalhealth.com/resources/.
Government of Canada provided by Health Canada: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you would like to learn more about VĪV Mental Health, please visit vivmentalhealth.com/, or contact them at info@www.vivmentalhealth.com.

AMTA Award nominations are now open! Every year, AMTA celebrates the brightest and best of industry who make outstanding contributions to the commercial transportation industry and the Association through these awards. Our winners will be announced at our 2025 Awards Celebration Dinner during our Annual Conference in April. Submit your nominations here. Nominations must be submitted by NOON, Friday, February 14, 2025

If you have any questions or concerns about this or other topics related to commercial driving and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at memberservices@amta.ca.

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Sleep Strategies

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Doug Walton and Dave Elniski chat with Rodolfo Giacoman, Fatigue Management Specialist at the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), for the third episode of our special edition four-part series: Road to Wellness. These episodes are dedicated to the health and well-being of the commercial drivers who keep goods on the move 24/7.

In our conversation, we delve deeper into the importance of sleep and fatigue management for commercial drivers, and actions that can be taken by drivers and all parties involved to reduce risk and improve driver safety. Proper fatigue management is the responsibility of more than just the driver.

If you are interested in taking the free training provided by the NAFMP on their website, including Module 3 which Rodolfo mentions, take the training here.
The webinars mentioned in the episode can be found on the NAFMP website here.

If you have any questions or concerns about this or other topics related to commercial driving and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at memberservices@amta.ca.

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Fueling Health on the Road

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0700

AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin and Doug Walton chat with Dr. Mark Manera, founder and CEO of Offshift, for the second episode of our special edition four-part series: Road to Wellness. These episodes are dedicated to the health and well-being of the commercial drivers who keep goods on the move 24/7.
In our conversation, we want to help change the narrative, provide some tangible and driver-friendly takeaways for improved health behind the wheel, and as Dr. Mark says, put the ‘health’ back in ‘health and safety.’

If you would like to learn more about Offshift, please visit: https://offshift.ai/.
If you are interested in learning more about the study ‘Improving the Health and Working Conditions of LongHaul Truck Drivers in Alberta’, prepared for the Government of Alberta: Occupational Health and Safety Branch, read it here.
Visit our Micro-Learn Library on our website and our YouTube page for instructional videos that seek to help promote safety in the workplace: Psychosocial Hazards (PSH), Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSI), and Slips, Trips, and Falls (STF).

If you have any questions or concerns on this or other topics related to commercial driving and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team: memberservices@amta.ca.

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Where Technology Meets Safety

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Kelsey Hipkin and Doug Walton chat with Justin Barber, co-founder of my-eforce, for the first episode of our special edition four-part series: Road to Wellness. These episodes are dedicated to the health and well-being of the commercial drivers who keep goods on the move 24/7.
In our conversation, we discuss how technology can contribute to driver safety while out on the road and within the cab.

If you would like to learn more about my-eforce, please visit: https://www.my-eforce.com/ or contact Justin Barber: jbarber@my-eforce.com.

For more information on this and other safety technology, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team: memberservices@amta.ca.

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Road to Wellness: a Special Four-Part Series

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 08:29:48 -0600

Steering Change: Helping you navigate the commercial transportation industry in Alberta, and beyond. Powered by the Alberta Motor Transport Association.

Join AMTA's Kelsey Hipkin, Doug Walton, and many special guests this fall for a special edition four-part series: Road to Wellness. These episodes are dedicated to the health and well-being of the commercial drivers who keep goods on the move 24/7.

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Shifting into Gear for Winter

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, host Kelsey Hipkin chats with AMTA’s Cliff Litke (Senior Advisor, Member Services), Rob Destree (Senior Instructor, Driver Development), and Doug Walton (Senior Advisor, Member Solutions) to discuss winter preparedness as we will inevitably move from this stunning fall into the clutches of our Alberta winters, and with that comes challenging winter driving.

In our conversation, we cover how carriers and their drivers prepare for winter roads and conditions, and what items drivers should include in and on their vehicles for winter readiness.

If you have any questions and would like to contact Cliff, Doug, Rob, or AMTA to learn more, please email: memberservices@amta.ca. Or you can also reach out to us with questions by emailing media@amta.ca.

Resources for road conditions across Western Canada

Alberta: 511 - 511.alberta.ca
British Columbia: Drive BC - www.drivebc.ca
Saskatchewan: Highway Hotline - hotline.gov.sk.ca
Manitoba: 511 - www.manitoba511.ca

Rob also mentions the Waze app as another source for traffic conditions in Alberta.

Watch our videos in partnership with Volker Stevin on sharing the road with snowplows:

Are you interested in learning more about AMTA’s Truck Driving Simulator Training? Visit our website: amta.ca/simulator-training.

Be prepared. Be patient. And be safe out there! Winter is coming.

Thank you to all our listeners who engaged on social media with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket. We greatly enjoyed reviewing these movies and look forward to doing it again. Look out for part 2 coming next summer.

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Navigating the System

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Kelsey Hipkin and Dave Elniski (AMTA’s Industry Advisor, Safety and Compliance), chat with Deborah Nilsen, Industry Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) - Alberta. AMTA is very fortunate to work with Deborah and her counterparts in advising on disability management in the workplace.
In our conversation, we discuss the support services that WCB offers to employers and workers for navigating the system, where to start for improving disability management, involving your workers in the process, and Deborah's upcoming presentation at AMTA's GP Safety Summit.

To contact the WCB:

If your main operations are North of Hwy 11 in Red Deer your contact is:
Deborah Nilsen
780-498-7647
Deborah.nilsen@wcb.ab.ca
If your main operations are South of Hwy 11 in Red Deer your contact is:
Leigh-Ann Moroz
403-517-6124
Leigh-ann.moroz@wcb.ab.ca
If your main operations are outside of the province and you have an Alberta WCB account please contact either one.

If you would like to contact Dave or AMTA to learn more, please email: memberservices@amta.ca.

Interested in learning more about WCB?

Visit the WCB website for various seminars: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/resources/for-employers/seminars-and-workshops/.
View the myWCB portal: https://my.wcb.ab.ca/ess/signin.
Check out the WCB Employer App: https://wcb.ab.ca/resources/for-employers/online-services.html.
WCB Resource: 99 Things to Do When There’s Nothing To Do.
WCB Resource: Modified Duty Task List.

Also included in this episode:

Our next AMTA Regional Meetings, as frequently attended by Deborah or Leigh-Ann, will be in Calgary on October 2, and in Edmonton on October 8.
Register for our Grande Prairie Safety Summit on October 10, and hear Deborah speak on Understanding Workplace Psychological Injuries in the Transportation Industry.
AMTA Resource: Psychosocial Hazards (PSH) micro-learns.
AMTA Resource: Psychosocial Safety: Shifting from Equality to Equity, written by Dave Elniski.
AMTA Resource: Education and Training courses.

Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket. Vote now on social media for our semi-finalists.

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Helping Employers Up Their Game

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Robyn Betts and Michelle Spacil chat with Craig Faucette, Chief Program Officer at Trucking HR Canada (THRC).

AMTA has long worked closely with Craig and the THRC team, and in this conversation, we discuss our combined efforts to address the driver shortage, our collaboration on Western Women with Drive, and more.

THRC’s research in industry around human resources (HR) issues, the resources developed and available for employers to strengthen and diversify their workforces, and the programs and projects at THRC focused on aiding employers with their best HR practices are all covered.

Also included in this episode:

This episode is released in conjunction with the conclusion of the 2024 Driver Appreciation Days. If you would like to learn more, or get involved next year, check out: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days-2024
Register to attend our inaugural AMTA Industry Innovations EXPO happening on September 26 in Edmonton: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-industry-innovations-expo-2024
Hear from Craig in person at our Grande Prairie Safety Summit on October 10: https://www.amta.ca/events/grande-prairie-safety-summit-2024
Register now for Western Women with Drive on October 22 in St. Albert: https://www.amta.ca/events/amtas-2024-western-women-with-drive-conference

Interested in learning more about THRC?

If you have a question, reach out to THRC: theteam@truckinghr.com
Read the Labour Market Information Reports: https://truckinghr.com/labour-market-information/
Learn more about the Career ExpressWay: https://truckinghr.com/career-expressway-thrc/
Review the THRC Truck Driver Training Resources: https://truckinghr.com/truck-driver-training-resources/
Learn more about the Top Fleet Employer (TFE) Program: https://truckinghr.com/top-fleet-employers/
- Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala: https://truckinghr.com/event/top-fleet-employers-gala-2024/
- HR Circle Check: https://truckinghr.com/hr-circle-check/
Learn more about Women in Trucking: https://truckinghr.com/women-in-trucking/
Review more resources and reports: https://truckinghr.com/hr-training-resources/

Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket. That is a wrap on round 1. Stay tuned on our socials for round 2 and vote for which movie you think should move on!

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School Buses: Driving the Future

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Kelsey Hipkin and Kristin Picken (AMTA’s Advisor, Member Solutions (South)), chat with Katie Marchant, Area Safety Manager with First Student Transportation and Director with ASBCA, and Mark Critch, President of the Alberta School Bus Contractor’s Association (ASBCA).
With the approach of fall comes the school year and a familiar sight on our roads: school buses. Our conversation discusses school bus safety and seatbelts, recruitment and retention, perceptions of school bus drivers as professional drivers, and more.

If you would like to learn more about the ABSCA you can visit their website: https://asbca.ca/, or contact Mark at: markc@sparksman.ca.
If you are interested in attending the Town Hall, you can find more information on the Alberta Student Transportation Advisory Council website: https://astac.ca/town-hall-meeting/

Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket. Let us know on social media which of our two films deserves to move on to the next bracket. This is the end of round 1 and we will be moving on to round 2 shortly. Stay tuned on our socials!

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AMTA’s Inaugural Industry Innovation EXPO

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Kelsey Hipkin (Manager of Communications), chats with AMTA’s Terri Johnson (Manager of Industry Advancement) and Erin Horb (Technology Advisor & Hydrogen Specialist), to introduce AMTA’s inaugural Industry Innovations EXPO coming up in Edmonton on September 26.
This event will invite attendees to explore the forefront of low and zero-emission, electric, and alternative-fuel commercial vehicles, alongside cutting-edge emerging technologies and the industry professionals leading the charge. As well, Terri and Erin speak to a few of the many exciting projects our Industry Advancement team is working on.

Register for our Industry Innovations EXPO on our website: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-industry-innovations-expo-2024.
Learn more about the various projects from our Industry Advancement team mentioned in this episode, including our exciting AZETEC project on our website: https://www.amta.ca/innovation-projects.
Are you interested in learning more or participating in our Hydrogen Commercial Vehicle Demonstrations project? We want to hear from you! Visit our website: https://www.amta.ca/hydrogen-commercial-vehicle-demonstrations, and contact Jamie King at jamie.king@amta.ca to express your interest. We would also love for you to chat with one of our team members at the event in September.
Learn more about the Zero Emission Truck Testbed collaboration here: https://www.amta.ca/news/alberta-motor-transport-association-collaborates-on-zero-emission-truck-testbed.

Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket so far. Don't forget to follow along on social media to see which movie wins this round.

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Telling Industry’s Stories

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Kelsey Hipkin and Dave Elniski (AMTA’s Industry Advisor, Safety and Compliance), chat with Leo Barros, Associate Editor, Today’s Trucking, to discuss Leo’s history as a journalist, writer, and a former long-haul truck driver, as well as his love of storytelling and reporting on the stories that matter most to the commercial transportation industry in Canada.

Read the stories discussed in today's episode at TruckNews.com, as well as the many other print and video stories on their website, and sign up for their newsletter.
If you have a story idea or a question, please don't hesitate to reach out to Leo at Truck News: leo@newcom.ca.
Subscribe to AMTA's bi-weekly eNews on our website here.
If you have any questions about safety management, legislation, or other topics discussed today, please get in touch with Dave at memberservices@amta.ca.

Thank you to everyone who has engaged with our Best Big Rig Movie Ever Bracket so far. Don't forget to engage in our poll and follow along on social media to see which movie moves on to the next round.

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Across the Western Associations

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts Kelsey Hipkin and Michelle Spacil, chat with the leaders from our fellow Western Associations, Aaron Dolyniuk, Executive Director of the Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA), Susan Ewart, Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA), and Dave Earle, President and CEO of the British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA), to discuss industry initiatives, our mutual interests for our members, and commercial transportation in Canada.

Learn more about each of the Western Associations and their initiatives on their website:

In this episode, we discussed many topics. Learn more about each of the following:

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Making Industry Waves

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, hosts AMTA’s Kelsey Hipkin and Robyn Betts, sit down with Shelley Walker, CEO of the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada, to discuss how we’re making progress in the commercial transportation industry for recruiting and retaining women professional drivers, as well as Shelley’s background as a professional driver, and other issues affecting women in industry.

If you want to learn more about the Women's Trucking Federation of Canada, visit their website or contact Shelley at shelleyu@wtfc.ca.

AMTA’s Driver Appreciation Days return September 9 - 16, 2024. We are looking for some amazing volunteers to join us (while spots last), as well as awesome swag to fill the gift bags for the commercial drivers. Learn more on our website here.
Registration is now open for our Industry Innovations EXPO, held in Edmonton on September 26. Learn more, register to attend, or apply for a trade show booth here. (Trade show and registration limited, first come-first served).

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Impacting Change Through Advocacy

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh sits down with Andrew Barnes, Sr. Advisor Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, AMTA, as they dive into the various advocacy work AMTA provides, and we learn about some of the ongoing advocacy efforts and recent victories the transportation industry has had through advocacy.

Check out our recent articles all about AMTA’s advocacy efforts here. https://amta.ca/amta-advocates/

Are you interested in a carrier membership and joining the compliance & regulatory affairs committee, visit here. https://amta.ca/what-we-do/membership/

General guidance Andy referred to for cargo securement in dry vans can be found here.

Want to learn more about AMTA’s advocacy efforts and to attend a future compliance & regulatory affairs meeting?

Email: andrew.barnes@amta.ca

Call: 780-395-6145

Member Services email: membership@amta.ca

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Professional Truck Driving Championship 2024

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, along with Rob Destree, AMTA Senior Instructor, Driver Development, sit down to recap AMTA's 2024 Professional Truck Driving Championship, and hear interviews recorded LIVE on location from several of the contestants and professional drivers as well as a few of our amazing volunteers.

Watch the full video episode on our Youtube page.

Congratulations to all the contestants who competed on Saturday and to our award winners. Read the full press release, with a message from AMTA President Robert Harper, on our website.

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'Knowledge is Power'

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 24 May 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, along with Cliff Litke, Sr. Advisor of Workplace Support Services at AMTA, sit down with Sergeant Brian Davyduke, CVSA Program Coordinator, and Inspector Dan McCormack with the Sheriff Highway Patrol. During our conversation, we dive into the impacts the Highway Patrol has on road safety in Alberta and discuss some of the collaboration efforts between them and other organizations, such as AMTA, CVSA, and more.

During their conversation, a big part of their conversation was the importance of ensuring you receive the right information, so when professional drivers are operating on our roadways, they are doing so safely. One opportunity to help ensure you’re receiving accurate information is to connect with Sheriff Highway Patrol officers at AMTA’s industry regional meetings. We host these meetings monthly, either in-person, or in a virtual format, and we recommend joining us!

Check out our events calendar on our website to see our upcoming regional meetings by visiting here.

Want to learn more? Email cliff.litke@amta.ca

2024 International Road Check information can be found here.

For more information on Immediate Roadside Sanctions, please visit this website.

During the conversation, they discussed CVSA hosting civilian training, which AMTA has proudly supported for the last couple of years. To learn more about upcoming courses, please visit their website.

During AMTA’s annual conference, Inspector Dan McCormack was the recipient of the Friends to Industry Award. You can read more about this here.

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Training: A Critical Component to Safety

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 10 May 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, along with Rob Destree, AMTA Senior Instructor, Driver Development, sit down with Erica Cormack, AMTA Manager of Education, as we explore what goes into positively impacting a trainees training experience, the importance of effective training, and what our industry can expect from AMTA’s education department in 2024 and beyond.

Check out all of the courses AMTA has to offer by visiting: https://www.amta.ca/courses

Aggregate Hauling Course, which is a free online course, can be found here: https://courses.amta.ca/store/alberta-motor-transport-association-store/productdetails/aggregate-hauling

CVSA training courses: https://www.cvsa.org/training/canadian-industry-vehicle-rocky-view-0603/

During our conversation we discussed different legislations and standards, which you can read further here:

National Safety Code Standards can be found here: https://www.ccmta.ca/en/national-safety-code
Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act can be found here: https://open.alberta.ca/publications/t06
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Alberta can be found here: https://www.alberta.ca/occupational-health-safety
WCB Alberta can be found here: https://www.wcb.ab.ca/

During our conversation, Rob highlights AMTA’s Training Simulator. You can learn more about the training simulator and the benefits it could have for your operation here: https://www.amta.ca/simulator-training

If you have questions about LCV training or AMTA’s training simulator, please email Rob Destree at Rob.Destree@amta.ca

If you have questions about AMTA’s training, please email training@amta.ca

In addition, if you have questions or suggestions for AMTA’s training team to consider, please email Erica Cormack at Erica.Cormack@amta.ca

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Operating Safely for the Long Haul

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh hosted our first LIVE episode on stage at our 86th Annual Conference. He was joined by special guest, Graham Nkala of Flying J Transport Canada, AMTA’s 2023 Driver of the Year, as they discussed Graham’s journey as a professional driver, and celebrated his recent honour being named AMTA’s Driver of the Year 2023 award.

Is there a driver in your fleet with an exemplary record? Do they go above and beyond not only for industry but for the motoring public? Nominate your outstanding driver for AMTA's Driver of the Month! Winners receive recognition, a certificate, and more. All of our monthly winners then have an opportunity to win our annual Driver of the Year Award. Click here to nominate a driver or email us at nominations@amta.ca for questions.

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Navigating Through the Challenges, and Successes, of Commercial Transportation

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, and Michelle Spacil, Director of Member Services with AMTA, sit down with Doug Paisley, President, with Lethbridge Truck Terminals as we dive into some of the successes, and challenges, Lethbridge Truck Terminals have experienced over the years, and discuss Doug’s journey with the Alberta Motor Transport Association, as a member of our executive board, and current Chair.

Professional Truck Driver Championships

AMTA's Professional Truck Driving Championships 2024 are back on June 1, at our Edmonton location! Visit our website for more info and to register as a Driver or Volunteer. Early bird registration deadline is May 1.
Driver and Volunteer registration: https://amta.ca/event/professional-truck-driving-championships-2024/
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Please email laurie.tod@amta.ca

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Innovative Technology: For Carriers of all Shapes and Sizes

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, and Robyn Betts, Marketing & Communication Specialist with AMTA, sit down with Rebecca Goldsack, Chief Operating Officer, Diesel Tech Industries, to dive into Rebecca’s journey in the transportation industry and learn how DTI is driving innovative technologies in Alberta, and beyond.

During our conversation, Rebecca highlighted a couple of industry partnerships:

Diesel Tech Industries and Diversified
Diesel Tech Industries and Velocity Truck Centres
Learn more about Diesel Tech Industries here.
If you would like to schedule a meeting with Rebecca, you can reach out to her directly through email: Rebecca@DTIGuardian.com
We encourage you to attend AMTA’s Annual Conference, to hear Rebecca speak on the Future of Transportation conversation. To register and see full contact details here. *Please note, Conference registration closes April 4, 2024.

Do you have questions about AMTA’s Industry Advancement initiatives, and are interested in getting involved? Email terri.johnson@amta.ca

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Recruiting & Retention – What Organizations Can Do to Keep Safety a Top Priority with New Employees

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Josh, along with co-host Rob Dombowsky, Advisor of Safety, HR & Labour at AMTA, sit down with BJ Zoobkoff, Talent Acquisition Manager with XTL Transport, as we discuss recruiting and retention, and what employers and their staff can do, to keep safety a top priority, each and every day.

Do you have a question about HR requirements, best practices for hiring and retaining employees? Email us at wss@amta.ca

We encourage you to attend AMTA’s Annual Conference, to hear BJ speak on the Diversity Panel conversation. To register, and see full contact details here. (Registration closes April 4th, 2024)
BJ highlights AMTA’s training simulator and the value it brings to her team of professional drivers. You can learn more about our training simulator here.
Learn more about AMTA’s Driver Appreciation event, and how you can get involved by visiting here. (More information on this event will become available in the future, in the meantime, reach out to events@amta.ca for questions or inquiries)
You can reach out to BJ directly through email BJ.Zoobkoff@xtl.com

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Critical Components to Include when Building a Thriving Safety Culture

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:12:07 -0700

In this episode, Josh, along with co-host Dave Elniski, Advisor of Safety and Compliance at AMTA, sit down with Maryna Rolland, Senior HSE Coordinator, with Arrow Transportation Systems, as we discuss what are the critical steps to build a culture of safety in your organization.

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2024 Safety Person of the Year Application Award
The HOP Nerd Podcast that Maryna referenced during the podcast
Occupational Health and Safety Program – NAIT
CTSP – AMTA
Canadian Registered Safety Professional
Mrolland@arrow.ca Maryna's email address for questions specific to our conversation on building a safety culture in your organization.
WSS@amta.ca to reach out to Dave, Cliff and Rob to ask about safety & compliance.

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Everyday Heroes: Chatting with Truckers Against Trafficking

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Josh, along with Kelsey Hipkin, AMTA Communications Manager, sit down with Dylan Wecht, Public Sector Engagement Specialist and Liz Williamson, Training Specialist and Survivor Leader, both with Truckers Against Trafficking to bring awareness to human trafficking, what Truckers Against Trafficking are doing to help combat human trafficking, and what our industry can do to help.

Want to learn more? Email marcom@amta.ca

Links:

Email Dylan: dwecht@truckersagainsttrafficking.org
Email Liz: lwilliamson@truckersagainsttrafficking.org
Phone Liz: 916-745-9441
Website: www.truckersagainsttrafficking.org
Training: https://trained.truckersagainsttrafficking.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truckers-against-trafficking
Human Trafficking Awareness Sample Policy: https://truckersagainsttrafficking.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Anti-Trafficking-Policy.2.png
Additional information on how companies can create a culture that values their truckers against trafficking: https://truckersagainsttrafficking.org/creating-company-culture/

*Please note, the Public Safety Canada webinar event mentioned in this episode has now passed.

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A People-First Approach to Driver Training & Mentorship

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Josh, along with Kelsey Hipkin, AMTA Communications Manager, sit down with Don MacDonald, Operations Manager at CCA Truck Driver Training, as they discuss driver training, and specific guidance that Don shares with trainees that influences their way of thinking as they train to become professional drivers.

Want to learn more? Email Events@amta.ca

Links:

· AMTA Supplier Member Award to nominate a Suppler company for going above and beyond

· Driver of the Month Program was highlighted during our conversation, as an incredible way to celebrate professional drivers!

· Professional Truck Driver Championship shoutout to the professional drivers that compete in this fantastic event!

· Driver Appreciation Days – extremely important to celebrate professional drivers!

· CCA Truck Driver Training

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Industry Advancement – Successes & Lessons Learned

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0700

Episode 3: Industry Advancement – Successes and Lessons Learned

In this episode, Josh, along with co-host Robyn Betts, Marketing and Communication Specialist at AMTA, sit down with Terri Johnson, Manager of Industry Advancement, AMTA, as they discuss ongoing industry advancement initiatives AMTA is leading, and the positive impacts those initiatives are having in Alberta, and beyond.

Want to learn more? Email terri.johnson@amta.ca

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Goal Setting: It’s a Team Sport

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0700

Episode 2! Teamwork makes the dream work as Josh sits down with Cliff Litke, AMTA’s Senior Advisor, Workplace Support Services. During their conversation, Cliff highlights just what AMTA’s Workplace Support Services team is, and how they can help our members with questions ranging from National Safety Code to Transportation of Dangerous Goods. Want to learn more? Email wss@amta.ca.

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Meeting You Where You're At

Alberta Motor Transport Association — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:47:59 -0700

Our inaugural episode! Josh is meeting you where you’re at as he sits down with AMTA Director, Member Services, Michelle Spacil to chat commercial transportation in Alberta, and the importance of hearing from our members and other commercial carriers on what impacts you most behind the wheel, and beyond.

During their conversation, Michelle highlights what our listeners can expect within each episode, who the Steering Change podcast is intended for, and what frequency we plan on releasing new episodes!

In addition, learn more about the AMTA Mailbag - we are seeking questions from you, our listeners that can be asked of us through our social. Questions will be answered in our AMTA Mailbag segment in future episodes or directly via our team of advisors.

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