December 2007

Key Findings for Canada's Driving Force

• There is a shortage of qualified Class 1/A drivers which is expected to worsen over the next five years (see further in this issue for details on Class A).

• The driver shortage is having negative effects on trucking businesses.

• There is a considerable loss of potential drivers between licencing and employment in the industry.

• There is limited opportunity to convert inactive licence holders to become active drivers.

• The shortage of qualified drivers is not because of the number of drivers, but because many of them need more training/experience.

• Training needs of new or potential drivers do not align with existing training provided by employers.

Source: Canada's Driving Force Report, Canadian Trucking Human Resource Council (www.cthrc.com)

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