The famous navy blue CADA Laureate crested jackets, old stories and an unmistakable reunion energy were everywhere as more than 30 CADA Laureate award recipients gathered in Ottawa and Gatineau to mark the program’s 20th anniversary. The event mixed nostalgia …
More than 30 CADA Laureates from across Canada heard a frank assessment of the political and economic challenges facing the auto retail sector during business sessions at the program’s 20th anniversary gathering in Gatineau, Que. CADA leaders, manufacturer association executives …
Dealers weighing whether to represent a Chinese OEM were urged to look beyond product, pricing and contracts during a business session in Gatineau, Que. featuring a gathering of CADA Laureate award winners. Niel Hiscox, CEO of Clarify Group, and publisher …
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) has released the names of the 15 finalists vying to become the next recipients of its prestigious Laureate Awards. The association announced the finalists in its CADA Newsline newsletter on Monday, kicking off the …
Canada’s truck dealers are calling on the federal government to move quickly on a regulatory fix they say is needed to preserve access to medium- and heavy-duty trucks in Canada, warning that a misalignment with U.S. emissions rules could create …
The New Car Dealers Association of B.C. and the Business Improvement Areas of British Columbia are calling on the province to scrap its planned expansion of the provincial sales tax to professional services, warning the move would unfairly raise costs …
Unifor will launch its 2026 Detroit Three contract negotiations with Ford Motor Co. on June 22, the union announced Monday, as Canada’s automotive sector continues to face what union leaders described as “unprecedented challenges.” The union said it selected Ford …
In its April Monetary Policy Report, the Bank of Canada said tariffs and trade uncertainty are expected to continue affecting the Canadian economy, including sectors tied closely to automotive manufacturing and retail. The central bank said current U.S. tariffs are …
The federal government has unveiled a $6-billion plan to recruit, train and hire up to 100,000 skilled trades workers, positioning the initiative as a key pillar in strengthening Canada’s workforce and industrial capacity. Announced as part of the spring economic …
With interest rising among Canadian dealers in potential partnerships with new automotive brands entering the market, the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) has issued a special bulletin outlining key considerations before signing on. The guidance comes as dealers explore opportunities …
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association used Truck World 2026 to formally introduce its new division aimed at representing heavy- and medium-duty truck dealers, marking a shift in how the association engages with the commercial vehicle sector. Branded as Canadian Truck …
The Government of Canada is investing in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and adoption efforts as part of its broader plan to reduce emissions and support the transition to zero-emission transportation, according to a recent news release. The funding will support …
