WSIB
Ensuring that freight brokerage is properly classified in a group that recognizes workers risk factors
UPDATE April 5, 2018 – potential changes coming to WSIB Rate Framework regarding brokers and couriers. NTBA will be addressing these changes in an interactive presentation and Q&A with WSIB VP of Employer Services, Sean Baird, at the NTBA Dinner Session on April 26th (more details to follow)
UPDATE November 28, 2005 – as a result of months of negotiations with WSIB Ontario, the NTBA has been successful in meeting members objectives by securing a proper classification for freight brokerage in Ontario, reducing the payroll rate from $5.68 to $0.29 (per $100 of payroll) and retroactive to January 1, 2005.
Regulations
Ensuring that freight brokerage is not adversely affected by provincial, state or federal legislation and regulations
UPDATE Effective January 1, 2006 – Trust Accounts mandatory for all Ontario based companies who broker freight, including carriers, interline carriers, 3PLs, warehousemen, ground freight forwarders – Highway Traffic Act, Ontario.