Memorandum of Understanding on Interprovincial Trucking

[Dr Strangelove]

CTA applauds interprovincial trucking agreement aimed at cutting red tape

https://comt.ca/News%20E/2026%20-%20MoU ... g%20EN.pdf
Key Measures in the Agreement
Pan‑Canadian Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT)
Completing full national implementation of standardized commercial driver training.

Oversized & Overweight Vehicle Permitting Reform
Clearer, more consistent permit processes across provinces.

Standardized Signage, Lighting & Escort Requirements
Minimum national standards for oversized loads and escort vehicles.

Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) Training Alignment
Harmonizing rules for drivers operating long combination trucks.

Canadian Trucking Regulations Hub
A new centralized online portal to simplify compliance and route planning.

Safety Standards Harmonization
Working toward more consistent commercial trucking safety rules nationwide.

Action on the “Driver Inc.” Model
Continued work to address misclassification of drivers as contractors, which affects labour standards, tax compliance, and safety.

[al_keda]

It surprises me that these things aren't already in law.