The Ontario Trucking Association remains tremendously gratified with the Ontario\u2019s government\u2019s attempts to keep the province\u2019s trucks moving during the fight against COVID-19.<\/p>\n
Today, the province introduced measures that would introduce flexibility into the supply chain by postponing municipal noise bylaws and other local delivery restrictions to allow for off-peak deliveries.<\/p>\n
While the trucking industry is always prepared to move freight at any time, often local by-laws prevent this practice at night or during certain hours.<\/p>\n
\u201cPremier Ford and his cabinet colleagues are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against COVID-19. This is another example of how the government is working with the OTA to explore all avenues that would make it easier for the hard-working men and women in the trucking industry to deliver the much-needed goods during this crisis,\u201d said OTA president Stephen Laskowski. \u201cThis off-peak delivery measure is a piece of the puzzle during these challenging times.<\/p>\n
Following the crisis, the OTA looks forward to working with the province and municipalities to implement a more permanent after-hours delivery program which could help fight rush-hour congestion, reduce fuel costs and cut GHG emissions.<\/p>\n
The OTA is encouraging shippers to work closely with carriers on off-peak deliveries where possible. While this practice could require shippers and receivers to provide staff during off-peak hours, it is also far more advantageous to all parties to do deliveries at night where social interaction is less frequent and distancing practices can be better implemented.<\/p>\n
The measure is in place for the next 18 months or at the discretion of the Premier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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