QSA's Week in Freight & Ports (#8, 2024)
Trucking misclassification update; CBSA probes Vietnamese chassis circumvention; cocaine seizure at BC ports; Coast Guard stations close in Quebec; rail industry talks productivity.
Start Date: 2024-11-23
End Date: 2024-11-29
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Minister MacKinnon Addresses Misclassification in Trucking Industry
On November 28, 2024, Minister of Labour and Seniors Steven MacKinnon will address the issue of misclassification in the trucking industry at the Surrey Board of Trade in British Columbia. This announcement is part of ongoing efforts by Employment and Social Development Canada to ensure fair labor practices. The implications for the trucking sector include potential changes in employment classifications and compliance requirements, which may affect operational costs and regulatory obligations for trucking companies across Canada.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']
