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FSC Conference updates
Registration and planning continues for the 35th annual Fleet Safety Council Educational
Conference. Click on the links below for the latest details and updates:
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Recognizing excellence
Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for the Fleet Safety Council's Driver of the Year and Safety Professional of the Year awards.
Regional recipients will be recognized at the September chapter meetings and will advance for consideration for the Provincial Awards, sponsored by TruckRight and presented during the FSC's 35th annual Educational Conference networking reception on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
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IHSA Annual Report 2025
IHSA's 2025 Annual Report highlights the the association's ongoing commitment to safer workplaces through training, consultation, and industry collaboration. The report showcases key achievements, member impact, and progress in supporting Ontario's transportation, construction, electrical utilities, and aggregates sectors.
Click here to download a copy.
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Save the Date: 2026 NCSO®/ NHSA™ Educational Conference
IHSA's 5th annual NCSO®/NHSA™ Educational Conference takes place virtually on November 25, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon. Join industry professionals for updates on certification programs, the recommendations of the Construction Death Review, and emerging health and safety trends. Registration details will be available soon.
Click here to learn more about NCSO® and NHSA™ Certification.
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Protect workers from heat stress
Hot weather can increase the risk of heat-related illness on the job. Explore IHSA's collection of heat stress resources, including safety talks, guides, posters, and planning tools designed to help keep workers safe.
Access IHSA's heat stress tools and resources
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Discover the value of COR®
Thinking about COR® certification? Hear directly from Ontario employers and supervisors who have strengthened their health and safety management systems, improved workplace safety culture, and enhanced worker well-being through the COR® program.
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IHSA's latest safety videos
IHSA's latest expert-led videos provide
practical guidance to help keep workers safe and healthy.
Topics include protecting yourself from ticks and the essential role of a signaler in crane and hoisting operations.
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Latest IHSA Safety Podcast episode
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: National Substance Use Health Week of Action
Join CAPSA's National Substance Use Health Week of Action from September 7 to 11, 2026. This annual campaign promotes awareness, education, and equitable access to substance use health supports across Canada.
Organizations are invited to participate using CAPSA's communications toolkit, which includes ready-to-use social media content, promotional materials, and daily action themes designed to encourage engagement and conversation.
CAPSA is also inviting individuals and organizations to submit a short video sharing their perspectives on substance use health, equity, and the importance of supporting people who use substances.
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Truck Drivers Matter: support for drivers across Canada
Long hours, time away from family, and the demands of the job can take a toll on drivers. Truck Drivers Matter is a Canadian initiative that provides confidential support, connection, and access to chaplains for professional drivers and their families. Whether you're facing a challenge or simply need someone to talk to, help is available.
Learn more at DriversMatter.ca.
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Alerts, updates, and resources | |
Changes to Ontario's towing and vehicle storage requirements now in effect
Amendments to Ontario's Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act, 2021 (TSSEA) took effect on July 1, 2026, introducing enhanced qualification requirements for certificate holders, updated operational requirements for towing services, and revised tow truck marking standards.
The annual TSSEA certificate fee increase has also been deferred until July 1, 2027. Tow operators and vehicle storage operators are encouraged to review the changes and ensure compliance with the updated requirements.
Click here to download the summary of all of the changes.
For more information about towing and vehicle storage, please visit:
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Sharing the road with rideables
E-bikes and other rideables are an increasingly common sight on Ontario roads.
The City of Toronto's "Rules for Rideables" campaign promotes safe riding practices, respect for shared spaces, and awareness of where these devices are permitted, helping improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and drivers alike.
Click here to learn more.
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CAA launches new Slow Down, Move Over campaign
The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) is reminding Ontario drivers to slow down and move over for all roadside workers, including tow truck operators. Recent research found compliance is significantly lower for tow trucks than for emergency vehicles, highlighting the need for greater awareness of Ontario's Slow Down, Move Over law.
The campaign includes a new public service announcement and advocacy initiatives aimed at improving roadside safety.
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Help promote rail safety week this September
Join Operation Lifesaver Canada in recognizing Rail Safety Week from September 21 to 27, 2026. The campaign encourages drivers, pedestrians, employers, and communities to stay alert around railway crossings and tracks and to help prevent rail-related injuries and fatalities through education and awareness.
Click here to learn more.
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New Transportation and Supply Chain Workforce Alliance launched
The Government of Canada has launched the Transportation and Supply Chain Workforce Alliance (TASC), co-led by Trucking HR Canada and CIFFA.
Bringing together Canada's trucking, air cargo, marine, and rail sectors, the Alliance will serve as a national forum to address workforce challenges, support skills development, attract new talent, and strengthen collaboration across the transportation and supply chain system.
Click on the links below for more details:
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Touch-a-Truck returns to Burlington this September
Get up close with industry vehicles and equipment at Landscape Ontario's Golden Horseshoe chapter Touch-a-Truck event on September 12, 2026, in Burlington. This family-friendly community event offers children and adults the opportunity to explore trucks, heavy equipment, and landscaping vehicles while learning about career opportunities in the industry.
Click here to learn more.
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What's new
Stay updated on current news from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training,
and Skills Development.
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Network News
Stay up to date on all of the latest news from IHSA's Labour-Management Network (LMN).
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Transportation Network News archive
Are you looking for a past edition of IHSA's Transportation Network News? View the
current edition along with an archive of all past releases.
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