TRUCKING HUMAN RESOURCE SECTOR COUNCIL

Who we are

THRSC

The THRSC Atlantic Team

While the Trucking Human Resource Sector Council Atlantic is a not-for-profit, we are a for-impact organization. Our focus is to assist the trucking industry of Atlantic Canada with their workforce development. From professional driver to dispatch to administration, THRSC Atlantic is supporting both employers and employees through innovative strategic practices.

Connecting People for over 32 Years

Mission

​Actively developing careers through training, diversity and recognition.

Vision

Be the number 1 choice, supporting gaps in the industry through awareness, education and innovation.

Core Values

Integrity, Commitment, Pride, Inclusion, and Accountability

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Our Team

Kelly Henderson

Kelly Henderson

Executive Director

Kelly’s passion for the Trucking Industry began in 1993, where she started as an Administrative Assistant. Various promotions and Industry participation led her to her current role as Executive Director of THRSC Atlantic, which she has held since 2004. Kelly’s work has focused in a variety of areas, from recruitment and retention to training standards; certification & recognition programs and building human resource capacity in the trucking industry. Over the years Kelly has received many industry awards and recognitions, for her contributions to industry, including the Women in Transportation award.
Katrina Henderson

Katrina Henderson

Operations Manager

Katrina began her career in the Trucking Industry in 2000 and joined the Council in 2004. Her work focuses on being a part of all initiatives the Council is working on. From managing initiatives within the Council, to working with entry-level professional drivers, essential skills assessments, and a variety of research and development.  

Michele Pace

Michele Pace

Project Coordinator

Michele has been with the Council since 2016 and is the first person you meet when you interact with THRSC Atlantic. Michele is responsible for all office administration, supporting other staff in the office as well as students in various programs the Council offers. Her role is key in ensuring the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

The Board

A volunteer Board of Directors directs the Trucking Human Resource Sector Council Atlantic – with over 80% representation being carriers in the Trucking Industry of Atlantic Canada; the remaining 20% are industry stakeholders (for example insurance / associations).

Much thanks goes to this group of individuals whose dedication and leadership is reflected in the Council’s many years of success.

Todd Seward

THRSC Atlantic Chairperson, Classic Freight Transport Ltd.

Executive

Todd Seward

Chairperson

Classic Freight Transport

Peter Macgillivray

Vice Chairperson

Nova Truck Centres

Beth Cole

Secretary / Treasurer

Classic Freight Transport

Directors

Kaye McNeill

Director

Eassons Transportation Group

Chris McKee

Director

Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association

Ruby Collins

Director

Polestar

Lori Kirkpatrick

Director

Sunbury/RST

Kevin Blackman

Director

Armour Transportation Systems

Angela Morris

Director

Parts for Trucks

Resource Members

Mike Millian

Resource

Private Motor Truck Council of Canada

Monica Thomsen

Resource

Nova Scotia Trucking Safety Association

What We Do

Employer of Choice

EOC Application

Essential Skills Online Assessment

Essential Skills Toolkit

Career in the Trucking Industry

Highway of Opportunity

Training

View Events

Recognition Programs

Professional Driver Coach

Office

THRSC Atlantic
PO Box 1434
Truro, NS B2N 5V2