Become a Member

Become a Member

The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada is a non-profit organization established to encourage the employment of women in the Transportation Industry.  We want to celebrate and promote these accomplishments as well as address obstacles and issues faced by women working in the industry. Our purpose is to promote personal growth and responsibility whether you’re” In the Office, under the Hood or behind the Wheel”. Despite the name, “Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada “, our membership is not limited to women. We welcome the involvement of anyone who is positive and supportive of women in the Transportation Industry.

This is not just an organization, this is a network .  We hope you will join us…..

Primary Goal/Intention

  •  Create a network for women

Objectives

  •  Empower women
  •  Expand employment of women
  •  Improve & promote training standards
  •  Message public re: safety around large commercial vehicles
  •  Shift attitudes: Drivers as qualified professionals, Driver Image
  •  Promote retention
  •  Promote encouragement & unity between new & experienced drivers
  • Safety issues facing women in the industry

Advocacy…Mentoring…Networking…Empowerment…Education…Camaraderie…Pride and Passion in what we do !!!

 

Membership and Criteria Levels:

 ” In the Office,under the Hood or behind the Wheel ” ( any aspect of the trucking industry) Membership: Fee – $25/yr For Individuals 

Supportive Membership  – $ 35/yr For Individuals not in the Trucking Industry


Pay Membership Fee

 

Associate  Membership – Please contact Shelley Uvanile-Hesch at shelleyu@wtfc.ca

Corporate Memberships – Start at $ 500/yr for more information please contact Shelley Uvanile-Hesch at shelleyu@wtfc.ca


Pay Membership Fee

 

Consider giving a one-time or recurring donation to help us continue our movement.

 




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General Member
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PAYING BY CHEQUE  

Please make cheques payable to :

Women’s Trucking Federation Of Canada

Mailing  Address :

338-425 Hespeler Rd

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada N1R 8J6

EMAIL TRANSFERS 

Please send to treasurer@wtfc.ca

What we’re about

What we’re about

The Women’s Trucking Federation Of Canada was established  to encourage and promote  the Women of the Trucking Industry whether you’re ” In the Office, under the Hood or behind the Wheel we’re all pieces of the puzzle ”

Primary Goal/Intention

  •  Create a network for women

Objectives

  •  Empower women
  •  Expand employment of women
  •  Improve & promote training standards
  •  Message public re: safety around large commercial vehicles
  •  Shift attitudes: Drivers as qualified professionals, Driver Image
  •  Promote retention
  •  Promote encouragement & unity between new & experienced drivers
  • Safety issues facing women in the industry

Advocacy…Mentoring…Networking…Empowerment…Education…Camaraderie…Pride and Passion in what we do !!!

Our purpose is to promote personal growth and responsibility whether your  ” In the Office , under the Hood or behind the Wheel” ,   to create a recognizable shift toward qualified professionals who are entering the industry. This is not just an organization, this is a network .  We hope you will join us….. 

 

~ Choose a job YOU love, and YOU will never have to work a Day in YOUR Life ! ~ Confucius 

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

The Women’s Trucking Federation Of Canada was established  to encourage and promote  the Women of the Trucking Industry whether your ” In the Office, under the Hood or behind the Wheel we’re all pieces of the puzzle ”

The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada’s  aim is  to build bridges between drivers and all areas of the trucking industry; carriers, enforcement, training organizations, and safety groups, as well as citizens and the media. An important part of this goal is getting more involved with young people at the high school level, or even elementary school, We aim to help our youth better understand trucking and to promote trucking as a viable career option.

Become a Corporate Member

Become a Corporate Member

I was recently asked ” What is better being a member or a sponsor ? ”  My response was : To be honest with you I hate the term “sponsorship” WHY because I believe as members we work together for a common goal.  Memberships are better than self promotion. – Shelley Uvanile-Hesch 

Primary Goal/Intention

  •  Create a network for women

Objectives

  •  Empower women
  •  Expand employment of women
  •  Improve & promote training standards
  •  Message public re: safety around large commercial vehicles
  •  Shift attitudes: Drivers as qualified professionals, Driver Image
  •  Promote retention
  •  Promote encouragement & unity between new & experienced drivers (women & men)
  • Safety issues facing women in the industry

This is not just an organization; this is a network and we hope you will join us….

For more information on membership please contact Shelley Uvanile-Hesch at shelleyu@wtfc.ca

Consider giving a one-time or recurring donation to help us continue our movement.

 





Corporate Membership


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Become a Corporate Member
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PAYING BY CHEQUE  

Please make cheques payable to :

Women’s Trucking Federation Of Canada

Mailing  Address :

1225 Balmoral Road

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada N1T 1A4

EMAIL TRANSFERS 

Please send to treasurer@wtfc.ca

Facts about Women Truck Drivers

Facts about Women Truck Drivers

Did you know that the percentage of women working in freight transportation is well below the Canadian national average of 48%?

In fact, women make up: 

  • 3% of truck drivers
  • 3% of mechanics, transport trailer technicians, and cargo workers
  • 11% of managerial staff
  • 25% of freight claims and safety, and loss prevention specialists
  • 18% of dispatchers
  • 13% of parts technicians