MVRO Programs
The Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (formerly the Trillium Automobile Dealers Association) have been the voice of Ontario’s new car dealers since 1908. MVRO members generate and support 85,300 jobs and contribute $14 billion in GDP to Ontario’s economy every year.Training, Resources and Systems to help your business to succeed.
Our Programs
The MVRO proactively supports the needs of our members through a number of initiatives and innovative programs during the year like; our dedicated industry job portal, CarsandJobs.com; the International Technician & Trade Recruitment program; Women Driven; Service Training; the Automotive Conference & Expo; and our virtual programs Podcasts and Webinars,
International Tech & Trade Recruitment Program
To address the shortfall of qualified skilled workers that are both automotive service technicians and body shop technicians. MVRO has taken on an international recruitment initiative that specializes in international hiring.
CarsandJobs Career Platform
Created by dealers for dealers. CarsandJobs is your resource to grow your team. Login to your MVRO account to access your employer dashboard. Search a resume bank of thousands of job seekers.
Women Driven
Creating a community within our industry to support women in automotive and create equity in our industry
Service Advisor Certification Training
This certification training is ideally suited for new Service Advisors & Managers in your dealership – and for staff members who are being promoted from within.
The Customer Servicing Process was developed to teach Service Advisors and Appointment Coordinators to not only meet but exceed customer expectations during each and every “Moment of Truth”.
Automotive Conference & Expo
The largest Canadian Automotive Conference & Expo with keynotes and workshops curated to find solutions and insights for your business. Our tradeshow hall is packed with over 70 Canadian vendors ready to support your needs and alleviate your pain points.
MVRO Podcasts & Webinars
Keeping you connected to the latest insights and top experts in the automotive industry. Previous podcasts include national industry updates, consumer behaviour insights, and employee wellness tips.
Event Calendar
Latest News
Ontario Budget 2024 Good News for Auto Retailers, Drivers
March 26, 2024 The following is a Statement by Frank Notte, Director of Government Relations: “For the vast majority of Ontarians, the family car is a necessity to run their household. By extending the 5.7 cents per litre tax cut on gasoline until December 31, 2024 in...
New Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Program
Several MVRO members have asked us about Ontario’s new Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS) program. The MVIS program will be transitioning to the newly named DriveON program. Ontario’s new DriveON program will be combining the motor vehicle inspection stations and...
Firing on all cylinders, the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow sets attendance record!
If there was any doubt about the relevancy of auto shows in the post-pandemic era, the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow laid those doubts to rest. In its second year back after the pandemic, the 2024 AutoShow set an all-time attendance record over its 10-day run...
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