Some car dealers might not fully appreciate the size and scale of operations, nor the expertise that their provincial dealer associations have built to look after their interests. But those teams that go to work every day on behalf of dealers are enjoying a little downtime too.
Canadian auto dealer reached out to our dealer associations to share some seasonal greetings with their dealer members. To add a little holiday fun, we also challenged our provincial association executives to send us a seasonal photo and we offered to send a Tim Horton’s gift card to the one who sent the best holiday photo.
If you have some thoughts on who should win, please email editor Todd Phillips about who you believe should be the winner. Here are their seasonal greeting messages:
“To all our members province wide we bring you best wishes for a happy and healthy festive season and best wishes for a prosperous and healthy New Year. Enjoy your holidays.”
— Marian Templeton, Executive Director, ADANL
Lisa Doyle-MacBain, Executive Director, Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association (PEIADA) and Provincial Association Executive, busily delivering her Christmas presents, and wants to remind everyone to have a joyous holiday season and to drive safely.
“The holiday season is upon us and we would like to take this opportunity to wish our friends, colleagues, and business associates greetings at this festive time of year. Thank you for your continued support and friendship.
The Prince Edward Island automobile industry continues to thrive, and we are optimistic and excited about what 2025 holds for us.
May your holiday season be joyous and may you find some time for well-deserved relaxation with family and friends.
On behalf of the Board and staff of the Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association, we wish you a New Year filled with health, happiness, and success. We look forward to working with you in the coming year and strengthening our working relationships.”
— Adam Toner, President, and Lisa Doyle-MacBain, Executive Director and Provincial Association Executive, Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association (PEIADA)
“May your holiday be as bright as a starlit night at sea.”
— John K. Sutherland, Executive Vice President, Nova Scotia Automobile Dealers Association
“May this Christmas season be a wonderful opportunity for you to recharge and enjoy time with your loved ones. Thank you for your dedication throughout the year. I look forward to starting a new year together, filled with exciting projects and achievements. The CCAQ team joins me in wishing you a joyful and restful Christmas time and a Happy New Year.”
— Ian P. Sam Yue Chi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation des concessionnaires d’automobiles du Québec (CCAQ).
“Happy Holidays! Dear dealers and partners, thank you for your collaboration and trust this year. Your dedication and expertise are at the heart of our industry’s success. May this holiday season be filled with joy, peace, and precious moments. From our entire team to yours, with our best wishes. The team at the Montreal Automobile Dealers Corporation.”
— Denis Dessureault, Executive Vice-President, Corporation des concessionnaires d’automobiles de Montréal (CCAM)
“Warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season from the team at MVRO.Thank you for your continued support of the MVRO. Wishing you all a happy, healthy and prosperous 2025!”
— Todd Bourgon, CEO, Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO)
“As 2024 approaches its conclusion, the Board and staff of the Saskatchewan Automobile Dealers Association (SADA) extend heartfelt thanks to you, our dedicated dealer members. In a year marked by significant shifts in the marketplace, SADA remains committed to supporting the industry and its members.
Also, a thanks goes out to the Associate Members of SADA’s network, organizations that not only provide invaluable support to SADA, but also share common goals within the industry. Their collaboration and shared objectives do not go unnoticed by our dealer members. SADA emphasizes the critical role of its members in shaping the future of the industry, especially in the face of impending changes such as the EV mandate, and evolving franchise models. The association assures its members that it will stand by them, offering support and guidance as they navigate these transformations.
As the holiday season approaches, ‘Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.’ SADA looks forward to the continued collaboration with its members and anticipates a year ahead filled with resilience, growth, and shared success.”
— Larry Heggs, Executive Director, Saskatchewan Automobile Dealers Association
“Merry Christmas from the MDA of AB.”
— Gerald Wood, President, Motor Dealers’ Association of Alberta
“With the holiday season upon us, I truly want to thank dealers, staff, and partners for your dedication and contributions throughout the year. I hope that each of us will take the time to put aside work and other daily pressures and reflect on what is truly important: family, friends, and other loved-ones, and enjoying the spirit of the season. It’s a time to recharge, reflect on our achievements, and create cherished memories with those who matter most. May your holidays be filled with warmth and happiness.
As we prepare to close the curtain on 2024, I am struck by the extraordinary spirit that dealers, staff, and partners have demonstrated over the course of the year — all of which are the cornerstone of our collective success. The holiday season and prospect of a New Year reinforces the importance of connection, kindness, and the joy of giving back, so let’s carry these values into 2025 and beyond. The year ahead promises new adventures, challenges, and triumphs. I am confident that with our shared energy and passion, there’s no limit to what we can achieve — together. But for now, I want to simply wish everyone a safe, happy, and prosperous New Year.”
— Blair Qualey, President & CEO, New Car Dealers Association of BC
