Member Programs & Services
BCTA takes pride in providing both motor carrier and associate members with the services they need to support a healthy and well-run business within the industry. We are constantly working to improve the value of membership dues, from targeted training course offerings to affinity programs with trusted partners. Membership benefits include the following programs and services:
Group Purchasing Power
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Group Benefits Plan: AdvantagePLUS
BCTA members can develop their own group benefits plan by choosing from a full line of insurance products, including group life insurance, extended health care, dental care, short-term and long-term disability. For more information, click here. BCTA members can contact Brian Reid of Talon Benefits at 888-679-4499 or e-mail him for a no-obligation quote. Non-members can click here to join BCTA. -
First Data: Electronic Payment Processing
First Data is a leader in the electronic payment processing industry, they accept virtually every payment option, have 24/7 customer service, a user friendly on-line reporting tool and great rates. Click here for a flyer with complete pricing details.
If you would like to learn more, please visit http://firstdatacanada.ca/bcta/ or call John Pettitt at 604-418-7085 & let First Data compare your current cost to help you save money today. -
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Choose DriverCheck for your company's drug and alcohol testing needs, including random testing program maintenance, Medical Review Officer (MRO) services, employee education program and materials, record-keeping and administration, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) coordination, and Employee Assistance programs. Visit the DriverCheck web site or, for more information, contact Mary-Dale Carey at DriverCheck Inc. at 800-463-4310, ext. 238 or by e-mail. -
BackCheck - Criminal Record Check Service
Know Who You Are Hiring: 1 in 3 employment candidates has serious red flags associated with their background. A thorough pre-employment screening process will tell you which one. BackCheck, Canada's industry leader in pre-employment screening, offers a wide range of pre-employment background check services, including criminal record checks, at special member rates. MyBackCheck.com also saves employees and contractors trips to the police station by allowing criminal record checks to be completed online. For more information, click here or contact Brian Ward-Hall of BackCheck by e-mail, by phone at 604-882-6140 or 1-866-882-7139 (toll-free), or visit www.backcheck.ca. -
Long Distance Savings
BCTA's PhoneSave Program offers long distance service on Telus lines with direct dialed calls, faxes and toll-free calls for 4¢ per minute anywhere in North America, 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. The program also offers fantastic per minute rates on international calls. We offer an Association Member Calling Card (AMCC), which provides you with the ability to call anywhere in North America and charge the call to your personal card - for just 10¢ per minute with no additional surcharges. For more information or to sign up for the PhoneSave Program, please click here or contact the BCTA office at 604-888-5319 or 1-800-565-2282 (toll free), or by e-mail.
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BCTA Job Postings
The Members area on our website contains a specialized job posting and search tool dedicated to the needs of employers and workers in the trucking industry. BCTA members can post jobs at no extra cost, which job-seekers can access from our Home page in the Careers section. This is one way BCTA is meeting our goal to enhance the supply of qualified human resources for the trucking industry.
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BCTA Stolen Equipment & Cargo Notification Service
BCTA offers a free stolen equipment and cargo notification service to its members. BCTA limits this notification service to include the truck, tractor and loaded cargo. This notification service does not include equipment or cargo separately.
If you would like BCTA to communicate information to other members and the provincial inspection (weigh scales) stations about your stolen equipment and cargo, please fill out this form. -
Equifax
Equifax is Canada's leading credit checking service with data on 2.5 million companies. BCTA members receive a discount for credit inquiries when you visit the Equifax web site. -
Email Protection
For over a decade, Electric Mail has helped businesses to implement and maximize their most powerful communication system – email. We are excited to be offering BCTA and its members the most comprehensive, accurate and practical email virus and spam solution available – at a preferred member price. To find out more, contact Electric Mail at 800-419-7463 or by e-mail. -
Web Development
Tugboat Group is an industry leader in the development of web sites, web-based applications and web-marketing initiatives. Ranging from simple brochure websites to complex, integrated web applications, Tugboat delivers solutions that maximize the efficiencies and potential of the web. Tugboat is proud to extend preferred pricing to BCTA members in the areas of website development, web application development, data integration, CRM and web hosting. Visit us online at www.tugboatgroup.com, e-mail us, or call 1-866-802-5667 for a free consultation. -
NEBS Business Products
NEBS Business Products is a leading Canadian supplier of personalized printing and products to businesses in Canada with a 100 percent guarantee on all products. NEBS offers software/printer compatible forms and cheques, promotional products, card and calendar collections, and custom printing services. Call 1-800-461-7572 or visit NEBS web site for more information. BCTA members: use your Perfect Partner #22952 for a 10 percent discount.
BCTA Bulletin Advertising
Bulletin advertising space is available for members only. Details on advertising requirements and pricing are here. If you have questions, please contact Sharon Hansen at 604-888-5319, toll-free at 1-800-565-2282, or by e-mail.
BCTA Scholarships
BCTA offers scholarship opportunities to children of member company owners and employees: the BCTA Motor Carrier Member Scholarship for motor carrier members and the BCTA James W. Tepoorten Memorial Scholarship for associate members. Each scholarship is open to applicants who are graduating from secondary school or have completed one of more previous years of post-secondary education. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time program at an accredited Canadian College, University, or Institute of Technology. Each scholarship awards a first prize of $1500 and second prize of $1000. Please note that the application deadline for this year is August 15, 2011. For more information and an application form, click here.
BCTA Management Conference
BCTA's Annual Management Conference takes place early in June and includes BCTA's Annual General Meeting, business presentations, networking and social functions. The next BCTA Management Conference will take place June 8 - 10, 2012 at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort. The related Golf Tournament will be held at Nicklaus North Golf Course.
TRUXPO Trade Show
BCTA is pleased to present TRUXPO, the premier trucking industry show in Western Canada featuring the latest products, services and technology. TRUXPO 2012 is scheduled to be held in September, 2012 at Tradex Centre in Abbotsford, BC. TRUXPO is organized by Master Promotions Ltd., Canada's largest independent trade and consumer event company.
BCTA Annual Events
BCTA organises a number of annual networking events throughout the year, including a fall best-ball golf tournament and a Christmas party. For the 2011 BCTA Calendar of Events, click here.
BCTA Sponsorship Opportunities
BCTA offers a number of excellent annual opportunities for members to network and promote their businesses through event sponsorships. Detailed information regarding opportunities is distributed to members several months prior to each event. For an overview of event sponsorship opportunities, click here.
Industry Promotion
All BCTA members have access to a portable display booth with a "Get Your Career On the Road" theme. Members are only responsible for shipping costs - careers display booth is a useful tool for career fairs, trade shows and other events. The display booth is collapsible, lightweight, and comes in a single, portable all-in-one case, which also functions as an attractive podium. Easily set up by one person, the eye-catching 8-foot wide,high-gloss, curved display is sure to make your presentation a success. Complimentary "Get Your Career On the Road" DVDs and/or brochures can be ordered with the portable display booth. For a portable careers display booth request form, click here. For more information, contact the BCTA office by e-mail or by telephone at 604-888-5319 or 1-800-565-2282 (toll free).
BCTA Membership Information and Applications
For motor carrier member information and an application form, click here.
For associate member information and an application form, click here.