Policy Statement : The federal government shall provide special funding to provinces for the enhancement of Rest Areas and OnRoutes along major trucking corridors. This funding will be dedicated to:
Expanding secure truck parking for resting and overnight stays. Building LCV dismantle areas for safer and more efficient cargo transfer. Developing designated pick-up and drop-off zones. Enhancing general facilities, including sanitation, food options, and safety measures.
This policy aims to improve driver well-being, road safety, and operational efficiency for the trucking industry, supporting Canada’s supply chain and economic growth.
- PurposeTo provide substantial federal funding to provinces for the expansion and enhancement of Rest Areas and OnRoutes along major inter-provincial highways, including the Trans-Canada Highway and the 400-Series Highways. This funding aims to improve road safety, increase secure truck parking, and ensure adequate facilities for long-haul and combination vehicle operators.
- ScopeThis policy applies to all provinces and territories receiving federal infrastructure funding for highway maintenance and development, particularly for rest stops along: The Trans-Canada Highway (spanning multiple provinces), The 400-Series Highways in Ontario and other major inter-provincial trucking corridors.
- Definitions
- Rest Areas & OnRoutes: Designated locations along highways where truck drivers and other travelers can rest, refuel, and access amenities.
- Secure Truck Parking: Designated overnight truck parking spaces with security measures to protect drivers and their vehicles.
- LCV Dismantle Areas: Special safe zones for Large Combination Vehicles (LCVs) where drivers can detach, reassemble, or transfer cargo efficiently.
- Pick-up and Drop-off Zones: Secure locations allowing commercial truck drivers to exchange cargo safely without obstructing highway traffic.