News & events

All the latest news and insights on our workforce strategy initiatives, LMI research, and HR tools and resources, as well as registration and ticket info for our annual events, free webinars, and more.

Featured news and commentary

  • Commentary

Why driver finishing programs matter more than ever

By Craig Faucette, Chief Operating Officer  Commercial driver training is receiving increased attention from governments, regulators, insurers, employers, and industry organizations across Canada. Concerns about safety, workforce readiness, and training quality have prompted important conversations about preparing new drivers for the realities of the profession.  Several factors have increased the importance of structured onboarding and […]

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  • Commentary

The transportation sector’s next challenge isn’t technology – It’s leadership

Reflections from the CITT road transportation panel in Calgary Commentary by Angela Splinter, CEO One of the strengths of CITT’s Canada’s Logistics Conference is the opportunity to bring together leaders from every corner of the supply chain to discuss the issues shaping our industry’s future. While many sessions explored the broader logistics landscape, the Road […]

  • News release
  • TFE

Time to get your tickets! Take your place among Canada’s top fleets at the 2026 Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala

Ticket sales are underway. Ottawa ON (June 1, 2026) — It’s time to get your tickets to the Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala! Canada’s leading trucking and logistics employers will gather this fall to celebrate excellence, leadership, and innovation at the Top Fleet Employers Gala (October 14, Toronto), one of the sector’s premier networking and […]

  • News release

Canada’s experienced driver supply shrinks across trucking industry

Ottawa ON (May 25, 2026) — Trucking and logistics saw the fourth straight month with a year-over-year drop in employment, according to new data shared by Trucking HR Canada. The number of drivers actively seeking work in April 2026 declined by 900 people compared to April 2025, which indicates the total supply of drivers is […]

Featured events and webinars

Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala 2026

This incredible evening of celebration and networking will spotlight the organizations that have achieved Top Fleet Employer status in 2026. The unforgettable night of awards, delicious food, and connection is being held at Toronto’s legendary Palais Royale.   After the Top Fleet Employers Gala awards ceremony, ticket holders can continue networking with the best in trucking […]

Western Women with Drive 2026 – Manitoba

Save the date and stay tuned for more details. Contact events@truckinghr.com if you have any questions. Learn more about Women with Drive

Women with Drive Hits the Road – Whitecourt

Save the date and stay tuned for more details. Contact events@truckinghr.com if you have any questions.

Student work placement program: Fuel your talent pipeline

THRC’s career expressway program supports employers with student recruitment and access to direct financial incentives – up to $5,000 per student! THRC helps you connect with career seekers and local post-secondary institutions, and provides support throughout the entire application process.

Upcoming webinars

Student work placement program: Fuel your talent pipeline

THRC’s career expressway program supports employers with student recruitment and access to direct financial incentives – up to $5,000 per student! THRC helps you connect with career seekers and local post-secondary institutions, and provides support throughout the entire application process.

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