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 sh...
Jul 05, 2024•28 min•Ep. 15
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 committe...
Jun 21, 2024•45 min•Ep. 14
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 A...
Jun 07, 2024•22 min•Ep. 13
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...
May 24, 2024•54 min•Ep. 12
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, ca...
May 10, 2024•50 min•Ep. 11
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 outsta...
Apr 26, 2024•20 min•Ep. 10
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 o...
Apr 12, 2024•40 min•Ep. 9
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 Di...
Mar 29, 2024•49 min•Ep. 8
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 ...
Mar 15, 2024•44 min•Ep. 7
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. Want to learn more? Email wss@amta.ca 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 Reg...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 6
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 Ema...
Feb 16, 2024•37 min•Ep. 5
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 highlig...
Feb 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 4
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 Listeners, don’t forget about the AMTA Mailbag! We want to hear f...
Jan 19, 2024•42 min•Ep. 3
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. Listeners, don’t forget about the AMTA Mailbag! We want to hear from you with your industry queries. DM us with you...
Jan 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 2
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 epi...
Dec 15, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1
Steering Change: Helping you navigate the commercial transportation industry in Alberta, and beyond. Powered by the Alberta Motor Transport Association. — Contact The Alberta Motor Transport Association: Web: amta.ca X: amta_ca Instagram: amta_ca Facebook: AlbertaMotorTransportAssociation LinkedIn: Alberta Motor Transport Association Email: info@amta.ca...
Dec 04, 2023•1 min
