Speech from the Throne Echoes Prime Minister’s Mandate and Priorities

(TORONTO, May 28, 20225) – Yesterday’s Speech from the Throne, delivered by King Charles III emphasized many of the priorities previously outlined by Prime Minister Carney in his mandate letter to cabinet.

Key messages from speech which related to the trucking industry focused on the need to develop new economic and security relations with the United States; removing federal barriers to internal trade and labour mobility by Canada Day; new legislation to enhance border security that will give CBSA new powers to examine goods destined for export; rebuilding the trust in immigration by restoring balance to the system; and introducing a cap on the total number of temporary foreign workers and international students coming into Canada

“It was a significant moment in Canadian history for King Charles III to open the 45th Parliament,” said Stephen Laskowski, President, and CEO of the Canadian Trucking Alliance.
“This Parliament will also be making some critical policy decisions that will shape our nation for decades to come.

“The Prime Minister is leading our nation at a time of crises – of trade, productivity, as well as law and order and compliance. We need fundamental change to correct the direction of our economy. The throne speech sets this path forward, and CTA will be working with cabinet and all parliamentarians on setting this vision and how trucking can play a role in achieving these goals.”  

A full copy of the throne speech is available here