CTOA in the Media
Canada Truck Operators Association brings the perspectives of carriers, owner-operators and professional drivers to public conversations about transportation, safety, operating costs, workforce issues and Canada’s supply chain.
Featured National Coverage
Global News – Ontario truckers warn rising diesel prices will mean more expensive groceries
September 21, 2026 — CTOA discussed the pressure rising diesel prices are placing on small and mid-sized carriers and how sustained transportation costs can ultimately reach consumers.
CBC News – The price of diesel is skyrocketing. Here’s why Canadians may soon feel it at the grocery store
September 13, 2026 — CTOA spoke with CBC News about rapidly rising diesel costs, tight trucking margins and the potential supply-chain impact.
Vancouver Sun – How high diesel prices in B.C. pump up the cost of your food – and everything else
September 2026 — CTOA discussed how elevated diesel prices affect long-haul carriers, transportation budgets and the broader cost of moving groceries and other goods.
CTV News – Rising diesel prices squeeze Canadian trucking companies
September 2026 — CTOA raised concerns about the effect of elevated diesel prices on small and mid-sized trucking companies and the broader supply chain.
Industry & Regional Media
Northern Ontario Business / TimminsToday – Trucking group warns rising diesel costs are squeezing small carriers
September 20, 2026 — Coverage of CTOA’s call for government measures to help small fleets and owner-operators manage sustained operating-cost pressure.
Truck News – Trucking groups warn tariff fallout will hit freight volumes, carriers
August 24, 2026 — CTOA joined the industry discussion on the consequences of Canada-U.S. trade uncertainty for cross-border freight and smaller carriers.
Truck News – CTOA joins calls to include trucking in federal freight relief
August 11, 2026 — CTOA argued that trucking should be included in federal freight-relief programs designed to strengthen domestic supply chains.
Truck News – CTOA urges governments to include small carriers in trucking reform discussions
June 1, 2026 — Coverage of CTOA’s call for policymakers to engage directly with drivers, owner-operators and small trucking businesses when developing industry reforms.
Fleet & Mobility – CTOA urges policymakers to consult directly with Canada’s small and mid-sized trucking fleets
June 9, 2026 — Coverage focused on CTOA’s advocacy for greater representation of small operators in safety, compliance and transportation-policy discussions.
The Trucker – CTOA champions driver mental health and safety
June 1, 2026 — Coverage of CTOA’s Brampton industry session and its focus on driver wellbeing, training oversight, cargo theft, safety and fair enforcement.
Transport Routier – La CTOA réunit des leaders de l’industrie du camionnage et des décideurs politiques à Montréal
April 29, 2026 — French-language coverage of CTOA’s Montréal gathering of transportation stakeholders and policymakers.
Truck News – CTOA plans national freight security initiative as cargo theft surges
March 19, 2026 — CTOA outlined plans for a national freight-security initiative in response to organized cargo, trailer and equipment theft.
Truck News – CTOA raises driver-shortage and workforce concerns
February 26, 2026 — Coverage of CTOA’s concerns about long-haul driver shortages, workforce retention and supply-chain reliability.
Brampton Guardian – A CRA crackdown on tax rules in trucking industry could worsen driver shortage, say independent operators
2025 – Coverage examining concerns from independent trucking operators about CRA tax enforcement, driver classification and potential workforce impacts.
Truck News – CTOA alleges targeted enforcement during driver misclassification blitzes
December 3, 2025 – Truck News reported CTOA’s concerns about enforcement activity connected with driver classification and federal labour-compliance inspections.
Truck News – CTOA accepts return of T4As with conditions
November 21, 2025 – Coverage of CTOA’s position on T4A reporting, including its calls for implementation clarity, transition measures and consideration of small-business impacts.
Safety, Training & Public Policy Coverage
Canadian Occupational Safety – Inside the audit that pushed Ontario to overhaul truck training
September 2026 — Coverage examining Ontario’s move toward stronger commercial-driver training standards and the industry discussion around training quality, safety and oversight.
NWOnewswatch – Trucking group warns rising diesel costs are squeezing small carriers
September 2026 — Regional coverage of CTOA’s warning that sustained diesel-price increases are putting particular pressure on small fleets and owner-operators.
BarrieToday – Trucking group warns rising diesel costs are squeezing small carriers
September 21, 2026 — Coverage of CTOA’s call for budget measures supporting fuel efficiency, equipment investment and targeted temporary relief if elevated diesel prices persist.
Government Recognition & Public Policy
Ontario Newsroom – Ontario Developing New Training Requirements for Truck Drivers
September 21, 2026 – Ontario’s official announcement on standardized commercial-driver training included CTOA’s perspective on stronger and more consistent driver training.
Ontario Newsroom – Ontario Protecting Drivers by Improving Northern Highway Safety
October 1, 2026 – Ontario’s official announcement on new Highway 11 safety investments, including a modern truck inspection station in Hearst and new passing lanes, featured CTOA’s perspective on northern highway safety, fair and consistent enforcement, and the importance of reliable infrastructure for northern communities and Canada’s supply chain.
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