About Us
Who We Are
CTOA was established to ensure that transportation policy, regulation, and public dialogue are informed by real-world operations, evidence-based analysis, and the lived experience of the professionals who keep Canada moving. We work to provide industry-specific support to our members while engaging constructively with governments, regulators, and stakeholders at both the federal and provincial levels.
Our members operate in every region of the country and reflect the diversity of Canada’s transportation workforce, urban and rural, independent professionals and established businesses, small operators and larger fleets.
Why CTOA Exists
Canada’s trucking and transportation industry is essential to the national economy and supply chain. As the industry has evolved, new business models, technologies, and a more diverse workforce have reshaped how transportation services are delivered.
CTOA exists to ensure that this evolving industry is accurately represented in policy, regulatory, and legislative discussions, and that decisions affecting transportation are grounded in facts, operational realities, and inclusive input.
We believe effective policy must reflect the complexity of modern trucking and the perspectives of those working on the ground every day.
How We Work
CTOA engages with governments, regulators, safety organizations, industry partners, and stakeholders through constructive dialogue, collaboration, and data-driven advocacy.
Our approach is guided by:
- Member input and operational experience
- Industry data, research, and analysis
- Practical considerations related to safety, compliance, and supply-chain efficiency
We focus on solutions that improve safety, promote fairness, and support a resilient transportation system, while protecting responsible operators and legitimate business models.
Who We Represent
CTOA’s membership includes:
- Drivers and owner-operators
- Incorporated contractors
- Small, medium, and large fleets
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Brokers, shippers, and industry partners
Our members operate across local, regional, national, and cross-border markets, reflecting the full range of professional roles and business models within Canada’s transportation industry.
Our Values
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- Safety First :- Protecting the public, drivers, and communities
- Fairness & Consistency :- Equal and uniform application of rules across the industry
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Evidence-Based Policy :- Decisions grounded in data and real-world impact.
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Respect for Professionals :- Recognizing the people and businesses behind the wheel
Why CTOA Matters
Canada’s supply chain depends on the people who operate trucks and the businesses that support them. Those professionals deserve representation, respect, and a meaningful role in shaping the future of the transportation industry.
CTOA exists to ensure that transportation policy reflects real-world conditions, evolving business models, and the diverse workforce that keeps Canada moving, today and into the future.