In this episode, hosts Robyn Betts and Michelle Spacil chat with Craig Faucette, Chief Program Officer at Trucking HR Canada (THRC).

AMTA has long worked closely with Craig and the THRC team, and in this conversation, we discuss our combined efforts to address the driver shortage, our collaboration on Western Women with Drive, and more.

THRC’s research in industry around human resources (HR) issues, the resources developed and available for employers to strengthen and diversify their workforces, and the programs and projects at THRC focused on aiding employers with their best HR practices are all covered.

Also included in this episode:

• This episode is released in conjunction with the conclusion of the 2024 Driver Appreciation Days. If you would like to learn more, or get involved next year, check out: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-driver-appreciation-days-2024
• Register to attend our inaugural AMTA Industry Innovations EXPO happening on September 26 in Edmonton: https://www.amta.ca/events/amta-industry-innovations-expo-2024
• Hear from Craig in person at our Grande Prairie Safety Summit on October 10: https://www.amta.ca/events/grande-prairie-safety-summit-2024
• Register now for Western Women with Drive on October 22 in St. Albert: https://www.amta.ca/events/amtas-2024-western-women-with-drive-conference

Interested in learning more about THRC?

• If you have a question, reach out to THRC: theteam@truckinghr.com
• Read the Labour Market Information Reports: https://truckinghr.com/labour-market-information/
• Learn more about the Career ExpressWay: https://truckinghr.com/career-expressway-thrc/
• Review the THRC Truck Driver Training Resources: https://truckinghr.com/truck-driver-training-resources/
• Learn more about the Top Fleet Employer (TFE) Program: https://truckinghr.com/top-fleet-employers/
  • Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala: https://truckinghr.com/event/top-fleet-employers-gala-2024/
  • HR Circle Check: https://truckinghr.com/hr-circle-check/
• Learn more about Women in Trucking: https://truckinghr.com/women-in-trucking/
• Review more resources and reports: https://truckinghr.com/hr-training-resources/

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