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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Marcel Pouliot named Western Canada Representative for PMTC

November 15, 2023 – Milton, ON – The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is pleased to announce that Marcel Pouliot has been named the Western Canada Representative for the Association. Today, Marcel officially steps into his role as the voice, ally, lobbyist and support system for PMTC members in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Working alongside PMTC President Mike Millian and the Board of Directors, Marcel will represent the PMTC member views and interests, with provincial and federal governments, in the West and across Canada.

Based in Calgary, Marcel is a well-known executive in the North American transportation industry who brings over 35 years’ industry experience and connections to the table. He has an extensive resume, serving associations and councils that represent the transportation industry across Canada and the US.

PMTC President Mike Millian is pleased that Marcel has joined the PMTC and looks forward to a long-term partnership that celebrates and supports the membership across Canada. “The PMTC Board of Directors has made a great choice in selecting Marcel to represent our members in Canada’s West,” says Mike. “With Marcel’s vast experience and knowledge in the industry, as well as his strong ties to the West, he is suited well to work with our members and communicate their concerns to government and other stakeholders. I look forward to working with Marcel as he helps to expand the PMTC’s presence in the West and represent and work with our members on an elevated level.”

PMTC Chair Steve Lawn and fellow Board of Directors look forward to working with Mike and Marcel to expand the Association’s footprint. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Marcel to the PMTC team,” says Steve. “We are excited to work with Marcel, as we continue to grow our footprint in Western Canada, and view Marcel’s presence and connection to the industry as a positive step towards serving our current and future members.”

PMTC Western Representative Marcel Pouliot is honoured to join the team and build on the Association’s presence and impact. “Over the years, I have served on many Associations and Boards and have always recognized the PMTC’s presence and impact, throughout the membership and governments across Canada, to be truly impressive,” says Marcel. “I look forward to partnering with Mike, the PMTC Board and members to continue building on the PMTC legacy and leadership in the transportation industry – across Canada and in the West.”

To learn more, please contact:

Mike Millian                             Annette Kieft                           Marcel Pouliot
President, PMTC                    EA & Member Services          Western Canada Representative
905-827-0587 x102                905-827-0587, ext 101           403-805-9899
trucks@pmtc.ca                      info@pmtc.ca                         marcel@pmtc.ca

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PMTC
Established in 1977, the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is the only Canadian association dedicated to the interests of private fleet operators. The PMTC provides forums for fleet operators and industry stakeholders to exchange views and resolve issues together and is at the forefront in representing your views to government, protecting your rights, and promoting your interests.

To learn more, visit www.pmtc.ca.

As the only national association in Canada representing the views and interests of private and dedicated fleets, The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada recognizes the utmost importance of representing the views and interests of our members. We are committed to providing expanded educational and networking opportunities to our members throughout this great country.

 As stated by PMTC President Mike Millian:

“During the past 8 years, the PMTC has been hosting events in Western Canada, Ontario and  Eastern Canada. We have also participated in numerous consultations and stakeholder meetings with the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on a wide range of subjects. Our goal is to ensure that the views of our members are represented and heard. 

While we believe that we have been effectively representing our members from coast to coast in recent years, our board of directors feels that it is time to take the next step. As a result, we are looking to hire someone who resides in the western region of Canada, to ensure we have boots on the ground, someone who has their ear to the ground and understands what is important to our members,"

The job will start out as a part-time role on a contract basis, with the opportunity for the role to expand within the PMTC.

PMTC Chair, Steve Lawn, went on to say. "It has always been the goal of the PMTC to have individuals in each region of the country to ensure that we can represent our members as effectively as possible in every jurisdiction. After several successful years, the PMTC is now in a strong financial position to increase our spending and allocate resources to initiate this process. We firmly believe that this will bring significant value to both our current and future members.”

Details on the job posting can also be viewed by clicking HERETo inquire or apply for the position, please reply to trucks@pmtc.ca">trucks@pmtc.ca with your resume and references. Please note, the link to submit your application from our job portal is currently not working, our website designer is working on a fix, so please submit via the email address indicated above.

As of September 1, 2023, the air brake knowledge test will no longer be available for renewal purposes. Drivers who wish to renew their air brake endorsement will instead be required to complete the online learning module prior to renewing their driver’s licence. Please see further details below:

Renew your air brake endorsement:

Renewing your driver’s licence with a (Z) endorsement before September 1, 2023

  • Current rules are still in effect for non-DCP air brake endorsement holders: you must complete the air brake knowledge test at a DriveTest Centre or through a Driver Certification Program organization.

Renewing your driver’s licence with a (Z) endorsement on or after September 1, 2023

  • All air brake endorsement holders must complete the air brake learning module online before going to a DriveTest Centre to renew. As of September 1, 2023, the air brake knowledge test will no longer be required or available for renewals.

Drivers may complete the air brake learning module: 

  • Through their DCP location, or
  • Online at home/other location of their choice. 

Visit https://mto.bluedrop.io/storefront/airbrakeon

  • You must have your driver’s licence with you to start the learning module.
  • After completing the learning module, download or print the “Certificate of Completion.”
  • Bring the digital or printed copy of your “Certificate of Completion” and your driver’s licence to a DriveTest centre or your Driver Certification Program organization.
  • If you hold a commercial class (A, B, C, D, E or F) driver’s licence, you will need to complete the vision and commercial class knowledge test in person at a DriveTest Centre or through your Driver Certification Program organization.

In addition to the air brake handbook, further information on renewing an air brake endorsement can be found at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-truck-drivers-licence#section-10.