Join APTA
The objective of the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) is to promote the trucking industry in Atlantic Canada through the lobbying of issues affecting the industry and the development of services and products for members that enhance their role in the trucking industry. The object is pursued through government and public liaison, and operations. For over 55 years, the APTA has joined together both small and large carriers, goods and service suppliers who have an interest in pursuing this objective. The APTA currently has over 400 members.
Click here for a Carriers membership application form.
Click here for an Associate membership application form.
Service Providers
Service Providers are companies who have chosen to provide reduced rates to APTA members on services that they utilize daily. APTA urges you to inform yourself and support your Association`s service providers.
RBC ROYAL
BANK
Financial Solutions Program.
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GROUP INSURANCE
BENEFITS
This service is designed for the transportation industry with
greater flexibility. Choose life, disability, health,
presecription, or dental coverage or any combination.
Benefits Experts: 800-565-4444
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SMALL FLEET &
SINGLE UNIT INSURANCE
An insurance program for members who are non-fleet independent
operators with 1 to 9 tractors.
Salvatore Insurance Brokers: 902-865-0025
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PERSONAL, HOME AND
AUTO INSURANCE
Personal home, property and auto insurance plans specifically
designed for members and their employees.
The Safety Group: 800-267-8006
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here to go to Service Provider Website
DRUG AND ALCOHOL
POLICY & TESTING COMPLIANCE SERVICES
The Canadian Motor Carrier Consortium was developed by Canada`s
provincial trucking associations and is approved by the U.S.
Federal Highway Administration. Covers a range of products
and services required by carriers in compliance with U.S. drug and
alcohol regulations.
DriverCheck: 800-463-4310
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here to go to Service Provider Website
CREDIT
SERVICES
Groupecho Canada is renowned for providing
only current and up-to-date credit information such as; Credit
Reporting, Monitoring, Collections, Customized Accounts Receivable
Management, Industry Credit Information Exchanges and Training.
Groupecho Canada: 877-775-8777
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Website
IT COMMUNICATIONS
SOLUTIONS
Aliant provides a full complement of IT and Communications
solutions ideal for the transportation industry, including; 10-4
walkie talkie service, automatic vehicle location service, managed
e-mail (hosted exchange), managed business antivirus plus
anti-spyware, enhanced anti-spam, fax to e-mail, wireless internet,
XWave LAN and security assessments and IT software.
Aliant: 800-563-2900
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English or Click here for the Flyer in French
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Website
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APTA Membership Benifits
On your behalf, the APTA will:
- Advocate at the municipal, provincial and federal levels of government
- Supply access to unlimited resources
- Offer guidance and information on issues facing our industry today and in the future
- Provide training opportunities for drivers, managers and owner / operators
- Expand opportunities for networking
The APTA ASSOCIATE TRADES COUNCIL acts as a liaison with other boards and councils in the APTA on matters that are of particular interest to trade members. The council also provides resources for activities and events.
The APTA SAFETY COUNCIL recommends and promotes safety within the trucking industry and works with other organizations in the safety field. This council is active in the promotion of programs to aid in the reduction of accidents and personal injuries and highlights the importance of driver`s role in the industry. The SAFETY COUNCIL is the host of the annual Regional Driving Championships and Driver Appreciation Days.
