$7 million in new funding to strengthen Canada’s trucking and logistics workforce
OTTAWA, ON (March 9, 2026) — Trucking HR Canada (THRC) has been awarded nearly $7 million in federal funding over five years to advance workforce planning, recruitment, and retention in Canada’s trucking and logistics sector in an increasingly complex global trade environment.
Provided through the Government of Canada’s Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program, the investment reflects confidence in THRC’s role as a trusted delivery partner of evidence-based workforce solutions aligned with national economic priorities. THRC is one of 14 organizations to receive funding to support workforce development and labour market intelligence across key sectors of the Canadian economy.
The funding will support expanded labour market and skills intelligence along with practical recruitment and retention tools — helping employers anticipate labour needs, improve productivity, and strengthen the workforce capacity that underpins domestic supply chains and international trade.
“Workers are the backbone of our economy, driving success in every corner of our country. The world is at a hinge moment — and we’re focused on what we can control: investing in people and building strength at home. By supporting Trucking HR Canada, we’re strengthening our supply chains, creating good opportunities for workers, and helping communities across the country stay competitive and resilient. Together, we are building Canada strong.” said the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families.
“Canada’s economy is strongest when our workers and industries have the support they need to adapt and thrive. In a moment of global uncertainty and economic change, investing in the people who keep our supply chains moving is how we protect jobs, strengthen communities, and build resilience,”said Leslie Church, Parliamentary Secretary for Labour, Seniors, Children and Youth, and Persons with Disabilities.
“For trucking and logistics employers, workforce pressures directly affect productivity, service reliability, and competitiveness,” said Angela Splinter, CEO, Trucking HR Canada. “This funding allows Trucking HR Canada to deliver enhanced labour market insights and tools employers can use to build the workforce capacity that keeps Canada’s supply chains and trade moving.”
Canada’s trucking and logistics sector employs close to 800,000 workers, nearly half of whom are truck drivers. These workers are essential to the movement of goods across Canada and to global markets, supporting key industries and ensuring supply chain reliability. A strong, skilled trucking workforce is fundamental to meeting the government’s ambitious goals around productivity, economic growth, and trade resilience.
As the Government of Canada works to accelerate growth and strengthen Canada’s competitive position, success will depend on the availability and capability of the trucking and logistics workforce that keeps the economy moving every day.
THRC extends thanks to the following partners for their support: British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA), Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA), Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA), ACQ, Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA), Private Motor Truck Council (PMTC), Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), and CITT.
Trucking HR Canada is the recognized national authority on workforce strategy for the trucking and logistics sector. We’re a non-profit centre of excellence, engaging with employers, governments, think tanks, industry groups, and stakeholders.
Media contact: comms@truckinghr.com
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