The origins
of the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA)
can be traced back to 1940, when the four Western provinces met
to consider issues of common interest relating to road transport.
In the early fifties, the group was joined by Ontario and the Yukon
Territory. The Canada-wide expansion of the organization took place
in 1956, some two years after the enactment of the Motor Vehicle
Transport Act by Parliament, in response to an already felt need
for uniformity due to increasing movement and traffic.
In 1975 a constitution
was signed by representatives of all provinces and territories and
a small permanent Secretariat was established. The federal government
has participated as a full member of CCMTA since 1977. The organization
was incorporated in 1987 under its present name and constitution.
CCMTA is a non-profit
organization comprising representatives of the provincial, territorial
and federal governments of Canada which, through the collective
consultative process, makes decisions on administration and operational
matters dealing with licensing, registration and control of motor
vehicle transportation and highway safety. It also comprises associate
members whose expertise and opinions are sought in the development
of strategies and programs.
In support of
the Council, the Secretariat acts as a neutral and independent coordinating
and support body. In addition, the Secretariat manages a communications
network, called the Interprovincial Record Exchange system, which
is used by the governments for better business efficiencies in the
areas of driver licensing and vehicle registration. The Secretariat
uses the network to provide data access services to third parties
on behalf of governments.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2005-2008
The CCMTA Board of Directors undertook a review of CCMTA in early
2004. The process involved extensive consultation with both government
and associate members. Here is the outcome as it relates to CCMTA's
vision, mission and values.
CCMTA's Vision
The safest and most efficient movement of people and goods by road
in the world.
Mission
To provide a national forum for development of public policy and
programs for road safety and driver and vehicle licensing.
Accountability
CCMTA is accountable to and makes recommendations to the Councils
of Deputy Ministers and Ministers responsible for Transportation
and Highway Safety. The Council of Ministers has the responsibility
for program/project implementation decisions with CCMTA being responsible
for carrying out its direction.
Values
CCMTA adheres to the following values as guiding principles for
its daily business conduct and activities:
Work in a collaborative and participatory manner with all stakeholders
and customers, promoting and supporting a team environment.
- Conduct activities in the best interest of the public.
- Provide responsive, quality and value-added services.
- Communicate openly and honestly.
- Respect all those involved and value their contributions.
Strategic Goals and Objectives
Enhance Programming by …
- Adopting a broader view of problems and issues that cut across
all sectors
- Expanding research integrating industry practice and expertise
- Ensuring effective priority setting and improving measures for
prevention and detection of problems
- Continually reviewing program relevance and effectiveness
Implementation of these goals will lead to more effective and comprehensive
solutions to issues and problems, more accurate and current knowledge,
improved resource utilization and more timely completion of projects.
Expand Outreach by …
- Raising the profile of Vision 2010
- Improving communication and linkages with police and law enforcement
agencies
- Pursuing harmonization with the U.S., Mexico and Europe
- Implementing strategies to enhance stakeholder participation
- Pursuing advocacy positions and strategies
Adopting these goals would result in increased buy-in and improved
enforcement of regulations, transportation simplification and efficiencies,
improved partnerships, and increased public understanding and support
of CCMTA programs.
Develop the CCMTA Organization by …
- Developing the staff and volunteer skill base.
- Evaluating the organizational structure to achieve CCMTA's goals.
- Increasing opportunities for revenue generation through IRE
and other sources.
- Exchanging program knowledge, experience and resources with
other member jurisdictions
- Leveraging the use of technology.
These goals would lead to increased motivation and productivity,
greater integration of efforts, better alignment of resources and
enhanced governance effectiveness.
Canadian
provinces/territories are responsible for all matters relating to
road safety, driver licensing, vehicle registration and taxation
and commercial vehicle regulations and enforcement. The federal
government is responsible for road safety, new vehicle standards,
transportation of dangerous good and plays a complimentary role
in motor transport administration.
As
a member of the general public, should you have inquiries regarding
the above please contact the appropriate province/territory listed
below.
CCMTA is not responsible should any part or all of the information
provided change, nor is it responsible for the content of external
sites and links.
