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Canada HOS Emergency Declaration – British Columbia Flooding

by BigRoad Marketing
November 22, 2021September 12, 2023

In light of the need for essentials supplies and services to be supplied to British Columbia as a result of the recent flooding, Transport Canada has issued an exemption to the hours of service (HOS) regulations for those supplying relief to the area.

Please note that strict control measures are in place, that must be followed, to ensure this HOS exemption is not abused.

See specific requirements below for full details of the HOS exemption.

How to Apply for a Transport Canada Hours of Service Exemption Permit?

by BigRoad Marketing
November 5, 2021

November 5, 2021

I recently met with a major client to discuss how they could apply for a Transport Canada Federal Hours of Service Exemption Permit, as they are occasionally asked to operate a commercial motor vehicle that is likely used for emergency purposes. In response to the inquiry, I drafted the following guidance that may be applicable to your operation as well.

Understanding Emergency VS Adverse Driving Conditions in Canada

by BigRoad Marketing
October 21, 2021September 13, 2023

October 21, 2021

I was asked by a major client to confirm what is the difference between a driver operating a commercial vehicle during an emergency vs driving in adverse conditions in Canada.

Canadian ELD Mandate Update, Where are we at?

by BigRoad Marketing
October 20, 2021

October 19, 2021,

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada hosted a Webinar, Canadian ELD Mandate Update, where are we at?

FMCSA Extends the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

by BigRoad Marketing
September 1, 2021

I wanted to alert you of the fact that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has further extended its COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, therefore this specific exemption remains in force to November 30, 2021.