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Proposed change to regulations to require entry level training for new Class 1 drivers
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The GNWT is proposing to implement entry level training requirements for drivers obtaining a Class 1 licence (semi-trailers and tractor trailers) for the first time.
Background
The GNWT currently doesn't have training requirements for Class 1 drivers. Following the Humboldt Broncos bus tragedy in 2018, there were renewed calls for mandatory entry level training in Canada.
Entry level training will result in more highly-skilled drivers in the trucking sector and help ensure the safety of all road users in the NWT. It will also align Class 1 licence requirements with other Canadian jurisdictions.
Next Steps
The regulations were signed into force by the Commissioner of the Northwest Territories on January 19, 2022.
The GNWT is proposing to implement entry level training requirements for drivers obtaining a Class 1 licence (semi-trailers and tractor trailers) for the first time.
Background
The GNWT currently doesn't have training requirements for Class 1 drivers. Following the Humboldt Broncos bus tragedy in 2018, there were renewed calls for mandatory entry level training in Canada.
Entry level training will result in more highly-skilled drivers in the trucking sector and help ensure the safety of all road users in the NWT. It will also align Class 1 licence requirements with other Canadian jurisdictions.
Next Steps
The regulations were signed into force by the Commissioner of the Northwest Territories on January 19, 2022.
Status
Open
Proposed change to regulations to require entry level training for new Class 1 drivers has finished this stage
Engagement underway from November 18, 2021 to December 18, 2021.
Under Review
Proposed change to regulations to require entry level training for new Class 1 drivers has finished this stage
Completed
Proposed change to regulations to require entry level training for new Class 1 drivers is currently at this stage
No submissions were received from the public during the engagement period.