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Canadian Auto Care Industry Conference 

Date

March 11, 2026
to March 12, 2026

Time

Location

Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre
655 Dixon Road
Toronto
, Ontario
, M9W 1J3
(416) 244-1711

About this event

The Canadian Auto Care Industry Conference (CAIC) brings together the AIA Canada National Conference and CCIF Toronto for two-days of networking and learning about hot industry topics, trends, challenges, and the state of Canada’s auto care sector. 

Attendees can expect future-focused presentations by subject matter experts, unparalleled networking opportunities, a one-day collision-focused vendor showcase, and more! 

Join us on to connect with industry leaders and explore the future of auto care. 

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Schedule

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 

Industry-wide programming (AIA Canada National Conference): 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT 

Networking reception (AIA Canada National Conference and CCIF Toronto): 4:00 p.m. to 7 p.m. EDT 

 

Thursday, March 12, 2026 

Collision-focused programming (CCIF Toronto): 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT 

CCIF Vendor Showcase: 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT 

The schedule is subject to change without notice.   

Registration and pricing

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Agenda

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Sponsorship opportunities

Elevate your brand and connect with key decision-makers in the auto care industry by sponsoring the CAIC on March 11 and 12, 2026.  

Sponsorship provides unmatched visibility and credibility, offering your company prime exposure through digital recognition, event signage, and direct engagement with influential industry leaders.  

With access to key networking moments and the chance to showcase your brand, you will strengthen relationships, foster new connections, and position your company as a trusted industry partner.  

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OEM vehicle showcase

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Showcase your products in the OEM vehicle showcase  

This showcase is an opportunity for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to showcase their latest cars and highlight unique features of their cutting-edge technology and ambitious innovations. OEMs will receive exclusive space for one (1) vehicle. 

 

CCIF Vendor Showcase

Coming soon!  

 The CCIF Vendor Showcase—a one-day event designed specifically for collision industry professionals—will be held on March 12, 2026, during the CAIC.   

The CCIF Vendor Showcase provides a unique opportunity for vendors to connect directly with key decision-makers across the collision repair sector. Engage with a targeted audience of collision repairers, corporate representatives, insurers, OEMs, and more, all in one place. As a vendor, you will have the chance to showcase your latest products and services, forge valuable business relationships, and strengthen your presence in the industry. Do not miss this opportunity to elevate your brand at one of the year’s most anticipated collision-focused events.  

Applications to participate in the CCIF Toronto Vendor showcase are open to any company in the collision sector of the Canadian auto care industry. 

Hotel and travel savings

Accommodations 

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Travel    

For those flying into Toronto for the event, travel discounts are available.  

Air Canada     

Book online at www.aircanada.com and enter promotion code VU24ZRM1 to receive a 10 percent discount on eligible fares*. The travel period begins Monday, March 2, 2026, and ends Friday, March 20, 2026. *Five per cent discounts will apply to standard fares, 10 per cent flex fares and up for North American travel.   

WestJet 

Book online at www.westjet.com/conventions and enter promotion code 5I4X1SM to receive a five per cent discount off Econo, 10 per cent discount off EconoFlex and Premium base fares for guests travelling to Toronto, Ontario only. The travel period begins Monday, March 2, 2026, and ends Friday, March 20, 2026. No discount will apply to Ultra Basic or Business class bookings. Travel Agents GDS promotion code: YBR23. 

Sponsors

Automotive Industries Association of Canada

PO Box 11356 STN H
Nepean, ON K2H 7V1
Canada

Toll Free: 800.808.2920
Telephone: 613.728-5821

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