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ENTRY LEVEL PROFESSIONAL

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM

 

The Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program provides driver training and financial support to qualified candidates who want to work in the Manitoba trucking industry. Job opportunities in this rewarding field are growing in Manitoba like never before. But there just are not enough professional drivers to meet this demand.

This program offers a solution by providing 100% tuition funding to qualified candidates and supporting the training efforts of participating trucking companies.

The Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program was developed and funded by Manitoba Public Insurance and created with input from members of the local trucking industry and the Manitoba Trucking Association.

To qualify, you must:

  • be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Canadian Resident living in Manitoba
  • be 18 or older, if driving only in Canada
  • be 21 or older and meet medical requirements, if driving in the U.S.
  • have a valid Manitoba Class 1 Learner’s Licence
  • have a Commercial Driver’s Licence Abstract
  • have a Criminal Record Search
  • not qualify for other help with your tuition (such as from a government, disability or benefit plan)

What you must do to get your funding

  • Meet the conditions of the training program
  • Complete the program driving school training, on-the-job training and mentorship successfully
  • Complete all evaluations
  • Agree to drive for a trucking firm insured by Manitoba Public Insurance’s Special Risk Extension (SRE) department for two years, starting when you begin your on-the-job training (you will be asked to sign a contract)

How to apply

Read the instructions carefully to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner. Before submitting your application, refer to the application checklist to ensure you have enclosed all of the required documentation.

What you will need :

  • a Commercial Driver Record (abstract) within the last 60 days. Get yours from any Driver and Vehicle Licensing Service Outlet, or call (204) 985-0980, or toll-free 1-866-323-0543 for further information.
  • a Criminal Record Search within the last 60 days. Get yours from the Public Safety Building at 151 Princess Street in Winnipeg, or from any RCMP office.
  • a valid Manitoba Class 1 Learner’s Licence. Find out how to get yours by calling 985-7000 or 1-800-665-2410. Note: All applicants for a Class 1 driver’s licence must file a medical report approved by Driver and Vehicle Licensing before taking a written test.
  • visit an Employment Manitoba Centre to determine your eligibility, obtain a  referral letter and complete the truck driver aptitude assessment. Please bring your Manitoba driver’s license with you for identification purposes. Find out which Centre is closest to you by calling 1-866-332-5077, or visit the Employment Manitoba website.

Once you have gathered all of the above, you will need to:

  • Fill out the application form. Download application here
  • Attach:

    •  - your original Commercial Driver Record (abstract)

     - your original Criminal Record Search

     - a photocopy of your Manitoba Class 1 Learner’s Licence

     - your original referral letter from the Employment Manitoba Centre          verifying your eligibility

  • Mail or deliver your application package in-person to:

    Entry Level Professional Truck Driver
    Training Program
    ATTN: Program Administrator
    25 Bunting Street
    Winnipeg, MB R2X 2P5
    Ph: 204-632-6600 Toll Free: 1-866-820-1317
    Fax: 204-694-7134

If you’re accepted…
You’ll need to confirm:

Then, you must:

  • agree to work for a trucking firm insured by our Special Risk Extension Department for two years
  • sign an indemnity agreement to reimburse MPI tuition paid on your behalf if you do not successfully complete the program

For more information, or if you have any questions, please call Wendy at (204) 632-6600 or toll free at 1 866 820 1317

To download an application form click here.

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