The trucking industry in BC is the backbone of the economy, keeping goods flowing throughout the province, rain or shine. The pandemic has proven more than ever the importance of a strong BC trucking industry, and here at Dolphin Delivery, we’re happy to help keep the supply chain moving forward. We love to provide answers on everything you need to know about trucking companies in BC, which is why we decided to put together a quick list of frequently asked questions about BC trucking. Here’s a look at some of the questions we hear the most. 

Is trucking an essential service in BC? 

The moving of goods in BC is an essential service, necessary for delivering the products that Canadians need to stores in their communities. During the pandemic, this was very evident. The delivery of PPE, masks, food and vaccines was as essential as possible. Trucking is an essential service. 

Are there a lot of trucking jobs available in BC? 

At the current moment, the transportation industry is booming. There are many trucking jobs available in BC, with KPMG recently reporting that it’s one of the three careers in the highest demand. If you think a career in trucking is for you, check out our employment page. 

How many truck drivers are there in BC? 

Reports on how many truck drivers there are in BC vary, but most estimate that there are roughly 40,000 truck drivers in BC, and around 300,000 in Canada overall. Right now, 61% of trucking companies are reporting a need for more drivers, so that number will be growing quickly. 

What is BC’s largest export? 

BC trucking companies deliver many goods to the United States every day, but the number one item exported is wood products. Here’s a look at the top 10 BC origin goods exported to the USA each year. 

What countries does BC export to the most? 

While the USA is our top trading partner, there are plenty of other countries that receive goods from BC. Some of those goods are shipped every day to BC’s largest ports by trucking companies in BC. These are the top five countries that BC exports the most goods to: 

1. USA
2. China
3. Japan
4. South Korea
5. India

When is National Trucking Week in BC? 

National Trucking Week in BC begins on the first Sunday in September, running throughout the week. Throughout the week, provinces are encouraged to hold events or organize activities in celebration of the event. This year the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure in BC, Rob Fleming, made an announcement. 

How many hours do you need to get a commercial driving license? 

British Columbia mandates that commercial drivers undergo 140 hours of classwork and on-road training with trucks before obtaining a commercial driver’s license. 

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