by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | Nov 10, 2019 | BLOG
Commercial Heavy Equipment Training Ltd (CHET) is a corporate member of the Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada (WTFC) and through great members we are able to offer our 2nd full scholarship to one lucky lady!
Contest Details:
- Submit a 500 word essay on why you want to become a truck driver
- Must be a Canadian resident or have permanent resident Status
- Valid Class G license required
- Must provide own transportation to the training school
- Those selected for an interview to move into the final selection stage will be contacted in January
- Clean criminal record
- Pass a drug and alcohol test
- Ability to cross the border an asset, but not required
Please submit your essay via email only to inquiries@wtfc.ca
Commercial Heavy Equipment Training Ltd (CHET) is an approved Private Career College (PCC) under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005. They are a proud member of the Truck Training Schools Associations of Ontario (TTSAO) which allows them to issue their certificate recognized by the insurance industry.
CHET 2421 Cawthra Rd Mississauga, ON
“At CHET, our focus is on you and your skills to ensure that you succeed in the profession. We value our students, their safety, and their training. You are important to us!”
For more information on CHET please visit www.chet.ca
by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | Sep 17, 2019 | BLOG
DriverCheck has been a very supportive member of WTFC since it’s inception. We value these relationships.
DriverCheck has been around since 1996 with the goal to build a healthier and safer world.
DriverCheck’s 2nd annual Fitness for Duty Summit is being held in Edmonton, Alberta on October 2 and 3. Last year over 350 people attended the inaugural event in Milton, Ontario, and they expect this year to be even bigger!
Work Safe for the Moments That Matter
This two-day educational event will address workplace challenges that employers must navigate to ensure a healthy and safe work environment for their staff and the general public. This year’s program will address a variety of fitness for duty program considerations from both a physical and mental health perspective.
The objective of this event is to provide valuable information and resources to employers so that they can put actionable items in place to build a healthier and safer workplace.
To see a full list of topics and speakers or to register
https://www.drivercheck.ca/news/2019/7/3/fitness-for-duty-2019nbsp
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Kristen Gouveia, Marketing Coordinator, at kgouveia@DriverCheck.ca
by wtfcanada2015@gmail.com | May 24, 2019 | Announcement, BLOG
We are very excited to announce the winner of our first scholarship program. Congratulations Kristy !!
We’d like to thank all the ladies who applied, it was a very difficult decision.
We will be closely following Kristy on her journey to become a Professional driver, and will post pictures and updates along the way.
This full scholarship wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of Crossroads Ottawa. Thank you Ken Adams for being a supporter of women in the trucking industry, your support and commitment to WTFC is very much appreciated.
Her essay:
I grew up on a Sow farm operation. I was exposed to the truck driving industry young as my father would drive truck to supplement the farms income. I would enjoy our scenic drives across Ontario. It was nice to spend one on one time with my father as I was one of four children. This is where I learned to appreciate the work of a truck driver and the skills it takes such as patience, being a self-starter and good work ethic. This is where I also noticed the lack
of female truck drivers.
Throughout the years I have been exposed to the truck driving industry, especially since my husband is a full-time truck driver and car hauler. I have been able to enjoy the time spent in the truck and learn the business side of being a owner-operator. That is why I decided to write this essay, I want to be a truck driver. I would love to see North America, have independence and job security. It would be an amazing opportunity to be a female truck driver and represent your organization. I would love to be a female car hauler, I have been exposed to this industry for a number of years and I have never seen a female within the industry.
I would like the opportunity to work in this industry and prove that I have the skills and endurance to be successful. I believe that women can do anything and can be extraordinary in this male dominated profession. If given this scholarship opportunity I would advocate for women and the truck driving industry. This industry is lacking women and I feel more woman truck drivers would be beneficial as generally women are more mindful. I feel that women
would pay better attention and ensure the job is being completed correctly. I would love the
chance to help make our highway safe.
As I am getting older a job in truck driving would be a perfect fit. It would give me the opportunity to see North America and promote good female drivers. A career as a truck driver can provide strong job security and a strong network of drivers. This career would give me the
opportunity to spend more time with my husband and be the one driving professionally. This career can bring a lot of variety and opportunities in life, which is always a good thing. I love to
drive and see where the highway can take you.
I truly believe the truck driving industry could use more female drivers. I believe that I am up to challenge of being a women truck driver and look forward to the opportunity. If given the chance, I know that I can do amazing things for women in trucking and help the industry as a whole. I believe that truck drivers need to work together to promote safety and respect within the profession. Thank you for taking the time to read my essay and I look forward to hearing from you.
Kristy
For information on upcoming classes and training from Crossroads Ottawa
Contact Ken Adams ken@trainingatcrossroads.com
Photo: Kristy and her husband Chris
