Manitoba Trucking Association

May 24

(MTA Members Only)

ATD Golf Tournament

June 13

2012 Professional Truck Driving Championship

June 23

CTA Cargo Crime Incident Report

Benefits for MTA Members

MTA Member Pricing - Bolt Seals
CTPAT & ISO 17712 Compliant Bolt Seals

The Manitoba Trucking Association offers a number of training courses to members and nonmembers. M.T.A. members receive a reduced price on most courses and seminars.

May 15, 2012

Registrations Now Being Accepted for 2012 Professional Truck Driving Championship!

Registration is now open for drivers to enter the 2012 Manitoba Professional Truck Driving Championship! This event is one of the only events in the province that recognizes the skills and professionalism of those who keep our industry moving: the drivers.

The Professional Truck Driving Championship consists of three parts: a driving challenge, a written test, and a vehicle inspection station. Scores from all three of these challenges are tallied, and winners are determiend in each class (straight-truck, single-single, single-tandem, tandem-tandem, and super-B). As well, there are honours for the top new entrant, top team, and highest score overall.

If you are interested in participating as a driver, volunteer, or sponsor, please visit our Professional Truck Driving Championship page for more information.

May 10, 2012

Seven Drivers Recognized for their Contributions to Industry

The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA), in partnership with Custom Truck Sales Inc. and Kenworth Truck Company, recognized seven professional drivers for their contributions to the industry on Thursday, May 10.

The seven drivers – Wayne Septon (Agri-Tel Transport Inc), Ben Sawatzky (Arnold Bros. Transport Ltd.), Brian Smith (Arnold Bros. Transport Ltd.), Gary Barbour (Arnold Bros. Transport Ltd.), Eddy Dueck (Big Freight Systems Inc.), Randy Steingart (Bison Transport Inc.), and Craig Dzamon (Northern Deck) have each made their own contributions to the industry. Septon has been involved in the "Where's Wayne" project with a local elementary school. Sawatzky, Smith, Barbour, and Dueck are all long-time industry members with excellent driving records. Steingart is an LCV (Long Combination Vehicle) driver who recently achieved two million safe miles. Dzamon , also a long-time industry member, took charge of an accident scene until emergency responders were able to arrive on site.

From left to right: Gary Barbour (Arnold Bros Transport), Brian Smith (Arnold Bros Transport), Ben Sawatzky (Arnold Bros Transport), Wayne Septon (Agri-Tel Transport Inc.), Randy Steingart (Bison Transport Inc.),Jim Clark (Custom Truck Sales Inc.), Eddy Dueck (Big Freight Systems Inc.), MTA President Norm Blagden, Craig Dzamon (Northern Deck), Mark Conrad (Transport Canada)

April 30, 2012

MTA Spring Fundraiser A Success

The Manitoba Trucking Association held its annual spring fundraiser on Friday, April 27, and by all accounts, the night was a success. The evening began with a reception hosted by Beaver Truck Centre in the Provencher Room of the Hotel Fort Garry. This was followed by a delicious three-course meal. Guests were entertained by Elvis before heading to the Crystal Ballroom for an evening of gambling and fellowship. A late lunch, sponsored by Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. capped off the festivities.

The MTA would like to thank all of those who came out to support this event. In particular, we would like to recognize the following event sponsors:

Reception Sponsor
Beaver Truck Centre

Casino Refreshments Sponsor
Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc.

Elvis Sponsor
Manitoba Public Insurance

Gold Level Sponsors
Arnold Bros. Transport Ltd.
Bison Transport
Kal Tire
Penner International Inc.

Bronze Level Sponsors
Bridgestone
Buffalo Driver Training
Custom Truck Sales Inc.
GroupHealth Global Partners
Jade Transport
North End Spring Ltd.
Paul’s Hauling Ltd.
Prairie International Container & Dray Services Inc.
Simtax Consultants Inc.
TransX Group of Companies

For those who were in attendance, we thank you for your continued support of the MTA.

April 18, 2012

SHAW Tracking Releases Videos Showcasing Industry

SHAW Tracking is proud to announce that they have created two television spots in an effort to build awareness of the importance of the Canadian transportation industry. The first of the two videos has already premiered. This video's theme, "If You've Got It, A Truck Brought It", highlights the valuable and vital services the transportation industry provides to Canadians. The second spot will premiere later this spring.

The commercials will be aired on Global and other Shaw Media specialty networks, as well as Shaw TV channels across the country.

To view the first video please click here.

March 13, 2012

80th Annual General Meeting held today

Today at the MTA's 80th Annual General Meeting our members voted in a new MTA Executive and Board. Members also received greetings from the Honourable Steve Ashton, as well as an update on the activities of the Business Council of Manitoba from their President & CEO Jim Carr.
We'd like to thank Tom Payne Jr. for his time as President and also congratulate Norm Blagden on being elected as the new MTA President.
MTA 2012/2013 Board of Directors
Executive
President          Norm Blagden    Bison Transport Inc.
1st VP             Greg Arndt          Jade Transport Ltd.
2nd VP             Gary Arnold         Arnold Bros. Transport
Past President      Tom Payne Jr Payne Transportation LP

Executive Committee
John Erik Albrechtsen                   Paul's Hauling Ltd.
Paul Hildebrand                             YRC Reimer
Doug Witt                                     Gardewine North

MTA Board of Directors

Randy Brar	SET Transport Inc.
Ron Cram	Cheval Transport Ltd.
Bruce Danylchuk	EBD Enterprises Inc.
Jacques Desrosiers	Jack's Heavy Transport & Storage
Bernie Driedger	Portage Transport Inc.
Gil Dubé	Horizon International Distributors
Jason Dubois	Len Dubois Trucking
Gilles Durand	Du-Vall Transport Inc.
Darrin Fiske	Kleysen Group LP
Chris Fredrickson	Peterbilt MB Ltd.
Roger Gagné	Grote Industries
Borden Hadley	Smooth Freight Ltd.
Kyle Harris	Harris Transport Ltd.
Jim Hiebert	J.D.H. Hiebert Trucking Ltd.
Scott Kinley	Gladstone Transfer
Derek Lachaine	TransX Limited
Marc Meyer	Meyer Bros. Trucking Ltd.
Darrel Mozil	Searcy Trucking Ltd.
Helene Nadeau	La Broquerie Transfer
Gordon Reimer	Merit Transport Ltd.
Dan Simcock	Prairie International Container & Dray Services Inc.

For members who were unable to join us today a complete list of those elected to the Executive and Board, as well as a copy of the 2012 President's report will be coming in our March newsletter.

February 29, 2012

2012 Associated Trades Executive Elected

Yesterday our Associated Trades Division members held their Annual General Meeting. Greetings from the MTA Executive were brought by Greg Arndt of Jade Transport Ltd. All in attendance were informed of the recent activities of the Associated Trades Executive through the Chairman's report, the Financial report, and a 2012 forecast, as delivered by our outgoing Chair Cam Mayor of Custom Truck Sales Inc.

The following members have agreed to volunteer their time in 2012, and they are your newly elected Associated Trades Division Executive...

Chair - Roger Gagne - Grote Industries
Vice-Chair - Chris Fredrickson - Peterbilt
Allan Smeall - MPI Special Risk Extension
John Oades - Beaver Trucks
Rene Liban - Trailer Wizards
Tom Aldridge - Investors Group
Tom Peterson - Cole International
Darlene Biblow - Janico Investments
Jason Semenchuk - Ocean Trailer

February 13, 2012

MTA PolarFest ride enjoyed by all

This past weekend our hardy PolarFesters enjoyed a great ride from Winnipeg to the Powerview area. All arrived safely and in great spirits despite the frigid temperatures. The ride out was followed by an evening of fellowship and an excellent Prime Rib dinner at the Papertown Inn. We'd like to recognize Peterbilt for providing refreshments in the evening and also for buying everyone breakfast on Saturday. As well we'd like to thank 4Tracks for assisting us in coordinating the evenings festivities.

Thank you to all who came out for the ride, and we're looking forward to seeing you out again next year.