Eastern Ontario Transportation Career & Job Expo

Eastern Ontario Transportation Career & Job Expo

by | Oct 19, 2017 | Information

About Event

Prime objective of the event is to Show case what the Transportation Industry has to offer to new or existing individuals.

For Job seekers it gives them an opportunity to learn what the Transportation Industry has to offer. Meet and speak directly with the Training Schools and Companies that are currently hiring.

Event also includes lucky draws !!!

We encourage anyone looking to the transportation Industry as a viable career option to join us on Saturday, January 20th, 2018 at the Ramada Inn and Conference Center in Kingston, Ontario

For Exhibitors

  • To meet candidates in today’s competitive market, companies need to get out and meet individuals in person.
  • Show case your company
  • Chance to explain your product or service
  • Meet with Employment Services Personnel and find out about new and existing government programs geared for employers.

For Job Seekers

  • 30 exhibitors participating.
  • Learn what the Trucking Industry Has to offer you in a New or Existing Career !
  • Meet with recruiters from various Trucking Companies.
  • Meet with Training Schools
  • Meet with Employment Service Personnel and find out about new and existing government programs.
  • Hiring AZ Drivers, DZ Drivers, Owner Operators, Dispatchers, Diesel Technicians , Safety & Compliance, Human Resources, etc.
  • Thinking of a Career in the transportation Industry ? Wondering where to go or what it’s about ? This is the place to go !!
  • Our event will create an excellent opportunity to connect with employers, schools,employment service personnel  and learn about the exciting career opportunities within the Transportation Industry.
  • Great opportunity for job seekers, as they will all be together in one place.
  • Free Entry
  • Free Parking ( Truck Parking Available ) 
  • Lucky Draw

 

 

 

Email a request for more information

HIGH VISIBILITY

by | Jul 4, 2016 | BLOG

HIGH VISIBILITY

BY : Shiloh Schmidt Corporate Health and Safety

Often when I speak to workers I’m asked “why do I have to wear a safety vest?” the obvious answer is that wearing a high-vis vest improves safety. It allows you to be seen at night and from further distances away. It also reduces the risk of you being seriously injured by a passing vehicle. Not only is this most  company’s policy, but IT’S ALSO THE LAW!!

The Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulation section 12.13 includes a provision to protect those working around moving vehicles. The regulation states “Where an employee is regularly exposed to contact with moving vehicles during their work, they must wear a high-visibility vest or other similar clothing, or be protected by a barricade that is readily visible under all conditions of use”. This includes contact with moving vehicles outside and inside of buildings.

 

Be sure to have your high visibility vest on when working around moving vehicles in warehouses, customer facilities, truck stops and roadways. Let’s all follow the law and practice safe behaviors.

Become a Member

Become a Member

by | Feb 22, 2016 | Join Us

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.

 




This information is being collected for statistical data purposes.

General Member
Payment Method : Invoices will be sent from QuickBooks
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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

by | Feb 22, 2016 | Information

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 

Facts about Women Truck Drivers

Facts about Women Truck Drivers

by | Feb 12, 2016 | Information

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