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FSC executive releases quarterly newsletter
The FSC executive have released their first quarterly communication for 2026, focusing on updates and initiatives for the coming year.
Click here to view the full newsletter.
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FSC Southwestern and Central chapters announce joint spring meeting
Register now for the FSC Southwestern and Central chapters' joint meeting on Tuesday, May 12 at the London Ukrainian Centre.
The event will feature presentations from Gary Robertson (Northbridge Financial) and Kim Richardson (Professional Truck Training Alliance of Canada).
Click here to register.
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Giant Tiger to host FSC Eastern Chapter end-of-season meeting
Join the FSC Eastern (Ottawa) Chapter for a special end‑of‑year meeting and networking event hosted by Giant Tiger in Johnstown, Ontario.
Taking place on Friday, June 5, attendees will enjoy a facility tour, member equipment displays, and meaningful networking with industry leaders and enforcement partners including the Ministry of Transportation, Ontario Provincial Police, and Ottawa Police Services.
Click here to register.
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FSC Conference opens registration
The FSC Conference Committee is excited to announce that registration is open for the 35th annual event. It will take place on Friday, October 23 in Brampton, Ontario.
This year's keynote speaker is Dr. Johanna Pagonis, CEO of Sinogap Solutions Inc. and author, who will discuss how to lead with clarity, courage, and control.
Learn more about the event:
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Driver and Safety Professional of the Year nominations
Nominations for the FSC Driver of the Year and Safety Professional of the Year awards are officially open! Submissions are already coming in, and the FSC looks forward to recognizing outstanding individuals who demonstrate excellence and leadership in fleet safety.
All regional winners will be eligible for the provincial awards, sponsored by TruckRight, which will be awarded at the Annual Networking Reception on Thursday, October 22.
Nominations are open until Tuesday, June 30.
Download the nomination forms:
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New workplace mental health webinar series & toolkits
Discover IHSA’s new workplace mental health webinar series and free, practical toolkits designed to help Ontario’s high‑risk trades prevent psychological harm before crisis occurs.
These resources equip leaders, occupational health and safety professionals, and labour partners with workplace‑ready strategies for mental health, substance use, suicide prevention, and fit for duty—moving organizations from awareness to action.
The five-part virtual series includes several key topics:
- Elimination and substitution (May 8, 8:00–9:30 a.m.)
- Redesign and administrative controls (May 22, 8:00–9:30 a.m.)
- Worker-level controls (June 5, 8:00–9:30 a.m.)
- Crisis response (June 12, 8:00–9:30 a.m.)
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Integrated controls and system leadership (June 19, 8:00–9:30 a.m.)
Click here to learn more and register for the webinars.
IHSA’s six new mental health toolkits support a Total Worker Health and Well-being approach. They help high-risk workplaces integrate mental health and substance use awareness into everyday safety practices:
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Each spring, Threads of Life hosts Steps for Life events across Canada. These community walks raise awareness about the devastating effects of workplace tragedies and promote ways to prevent them.
IHSA is proud to sponsor Steps for Life walks in locations throughout Ontario, including Toronto, Kingston, Sarnia, Sudbury, Ottawa, Thunder Bay, and Timmins.
Click here to donate or find a walk in your area.
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IHSA Health and Safety Awards: Submit your nominations now!
IHSA is accepting nominations for the IHSA Health and Safety Awards until Tuesday, June 30. Don't miss the chance to nominate a deserving individual, team, or committee for the John M. Beck Award, Electrical Utility Safety Excellence & Innovation Award, Roy A. Phinnemore Award, Gil Samson Award, Ken Hellawell Transportation Safety Award, or the Maria (Filice) Mason Award of Excellence.
Join us to celebrate at IHSA's Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 7. More details coming soon!
Click here to learn more about the awards and the 2025 winners.
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Latest IHSA Safety Podcast episodes
The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario. Listen to the latest episodes now:
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Reminder: International Roadcheck 2026
From May 12 to 14, enforcement personnel throughout North America will inspect commercial motor vehicles and commercial motor vehicle drivers for compliance with vehicle, cargo, and driver regulatory requirements as part of International Roadcheck—a 72-hour inspection, enforcement, and data-collection initiative from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
This year, the focus for drivers is electronic logging device tampering, falsification, or manipulation and the focus for vehicles is cargo securement.
Click here to learn more about International Roadcheck.
Click here to register as an observer.
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MTO releases the 2022 Ontario Road Safety Annual Report
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has released the 2022 Ontario Road Safety Annual Report, which provides a comprehensive and validated overview of road safety outcomes across the province.
Preliminary reports for 2023 and 2024 and a new road safety highlights and trends page offer early insights into emerging patterns and reinforce Ontario’s commitment to transparency and continuous road safety improvement.
Click here to learn more.
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Changes coming to residency requirements for driver's licensing
The MTO is changing Ontario’s driver licensing requirements to reduce fraud and better align Ontario with other Canadian jurisdictions as part of the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025.
Starting May 11, anyone applying for a Class G/M driver’s licence (DL) or upgrading to a commercial class (A, B, C, D, E, or F) DL will be required to answer specific questions regarding residency.
DL holders who apply for a commercial class DL upgrade must answer questions and provide supporting documents to verify residency, legal presence, and work eligibility.
Click here to learn more.
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Call for participation: CSA Z301
CSA Group is seeking new members to join the CSA Z301 technical committee on equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in apprenticeship programs for the skilled trades. This is an opportunity for employers, organizations, government representatives, and apprentices to help shape and maintain standards that advance inclusive, accessible apprenticeship pathways—through collaborative, consensus‑based work.
There are several spots available:
- Employer Interest: six spots available
- Organizational Interest: four spots available
- Government/Regulatory Authority: three spots available
- User Interest: two spots available
Click here to express interest.
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Federal government reviewing safety rules in high‑risk sectors
The federal government has launched a review of federal labour laws that could significantly reshape health and safety requirements in high‑risk, federally regulated sectors.
Proposed updates to the Canada Labour Code may introduce stronger protections around fatigue, psychological safety, artificial intelligence use, and climate‑related risks—impacting industries such as transportation, banking, and courier services.
Click here to learn more.
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Regulatory proposal: Modernizing Ontario's framework for power-assisted bicycles (e-bikes)
The MTO is proposing to update and modernize the definition of power-assisted bicycles (also known as e-bikes) in Ontario through a new regulation. The proposal is intended to enhance road user safety by ensuring Ontario's rules reflect the varying types of electric vehicles.
The proposal is open for comment until Monday, June 8.
Click here to view the proposal and comment.
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Canada mark's Safety and Health Week 2026
Safety and Health Week is an annual opportunity for employers, workers, partners, and the public to focus on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home, and in the community.
To raise awareness during the week of May 4 to 9, Health and Safety Professionals Canada is partnering with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety and Threads of Life to offer free nation-wide programming on various aspects of safety and health. These virtual and in-person events are open to everyone.
Click here to learn more.
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