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.

Security

Ensuring that freight brokerage is recognized as an integral participant of the distribution cycle as it relates to national and international security