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CCIF Toronto

Date

March 30, 2027
to April 1, 2027

Time

Location

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

About this event

Embracing change and driving growth in the auto care sector 

The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) Toronto at 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, collision-focused vendor showcase, and more! 

Join us on March 30 and April 1, 2027, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre to connect with industry leaders and explore the future of auto care. 

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Schedule

Tuesday, March 30, 2027 

AIA Canada National Conference networking reception: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST 

Wednesday, March 31, 2027 

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

CCIF Toronto networking reception: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST 

Thursday, April 1, 2027 

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

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

The schedule is subject to change without notice. 

 

Registration and pricing

Early bird pricing is available for a limited time. Register by December 8, 2026, to save on your ticket. Explore the available ticket options below: 

Ticket  When/access  Member pricing*  Non-member pricing*  Inclusions 
Early bird: AIA Canada National Conference
Day 1 pass 		 March 30 reception and March 31 programming  $325  $360  • Networking reception on March 30
• All general and concurrent sessions on March 31
• Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments on March 31 
Early bird: CCIF Toronto
Day 2 pass 		 March 31 reception and April 1 programming  $325  $360  • Networking reception on March 31
• All general and concurrent sessions on April 1
• CCIF Toronto Vendor Showcase on April 1
• Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments on April 1 
Early bird: Canadian Auto Care Industry Conference
Full-event pass 		 March 30–April 1: Full event  $550  $610  • Networking reception on March 30 and 31
• General and concurrent sessions for the selected date(s)
• Breakfast, lunch and refreshments for the selected date(s)
• CCIF Toronto Vendor Showcase on April 1 

*Plus applicable taxes 

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Agenda

March 30, 2027

Time  Session 
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.   AIA Canada National Conference networking reception 

March 31, 2027

Time  Session  Details 
7:30 am – 9:30 am  Registration and networking breakfast    
9:30 am – 9:40 am  Opening remarks and welcome   Jason Herle 
9:40 am – 10:00 am  Keynote: Shifting gears   Emily Chung 
10:10 am – 11:00 am 

And 11:10 am –  12:00 pm 

 Concurrent sessions  During this time, there will be three concurrent breakout sessions occurring simultaneously where attendees can choose which one to attend. 

  1. James Channer, In Motion Brands, COO 
  2. Kumar Saha, Eucon Americas, Vice President
  3. PME Guru’s Jean-François Claveau (Founder and President), Mario Comtois (Sales Development Manager) and Eric Duteau (Operations Manager)
12:10 pm – 1:00 pm  Networking lunch  Awards + 85th Birthday celebration

  • Young Leader and & Distinguished Service Award 
1:00 pm – 1:50 pm  Panel: Workforce development with the new generation  Building the next generation of automotive talent starts with creating stronger pathways into the industry. This discussion will explore how we can introduce young people to automotive careers earlier, strengthen the connection between education and the workplace, and create meaningful opportunities to enter the trades. It will also look at what’s needed to support new talent as they move from awareness and interest to apprenticeship and long-term careers. 

 Panelists:  

  • Shaun Thorson, CEO Skills Canada 
  • Chris Tucker, Curriculum Consultant, York Region District School Board 
  • Brad Shantz, Training and Development Manager, Leroy’s Auto Care 
2:00 pm – 2:50 pm  Concurrent sessions  During this time, there will be five concurrent breakout sessions occurring simultaneously where attendees can choose which one to attend. 

  1. Ryan Farkas, Managing Director, BDO 
  2. Shawn Vording, President of Carfax 
  3. Robert Kavcic, Senior Economist and Director of BMO  
  4. Government Relations Panel: Moderator Emily Holtby, Steve Fletcher, ARC and Adam Moffatt, Executive Director, TDAC
  5.  Rick Nadeau, President, Quorus 
3:00 pm – 3:50 pm  Keynote address  Consumer Sentiment/Insight

Speaker: David Coletto, CEO Abacus Data 
3:50 pm – 4:00 pm  Closing remarks  Emily Chung 
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm CCIF Toronto Networking Reception 

April 1, 2027

Time  Session  Details 
7:30 am – 9:00 am  Registration and breakfast   
9:00 am – 9:30 am  Opening keynote  Niel Hiscox, CEO, Clarify Group-Speaker from dealership sector to address electric vehicle (EV) market trends, including the emergence of Chinese EVs and their implications for the collision repair industry.  
9:30 am – 10:15 am  Industry panel  Moderator: Adam Malik  

Panelists: Yves Racette, David Ribiero, and Jeff Brown 
10:15 am – 11:15 am   Networking break   
11:15 am – 12:00 pm  Lightning talks  Fresh ideas: Five speakers, five minutes each, and one big idea. Topics include: 

  • Industry dynamics 
  • Technology and artificial intelligence (AI)  
  • People and relationship management,  
  • Business and finance operations  
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm  Concurrent breakout Sessions  During this time, there will be three concurrent breakout sessions occurring simultaneously where attendees can choose which one to attend.  

  1. Paul Clipsham Director, Stakeholder Relations HR, Skills Ontario  
  2. Bill Davidge, The Vehicle Consultants  
  3. Sean Moorfield-Yee, Partner, Performance Improvement, MNP 
2:00 pm – 2:30 pm   Market data  Presentation on top collision industry trends with Ryan Mandell, Vice President, Strategy and Market Intelligence, Mitchell 
2:30 pm-3:00 pm  Closing keynote  Frank Notte, Director of Government Relations, Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO) 
3:00 pm   Departure   

Sponsorship opportunities

Choose the moment your brand will own. Most opportunities are exclusive, so early partners get first choice.

Signature opportunities

Opportunity Available Member Non-member/IEN What is included
National Conference Lead Partner SOLD SOLD SOLD Lead the conference as the headline brand at the March 30 reception and March 31 program. Includes four reception registrations, a hosted connection table, an approved welcome, a conversation map, branded swag (at partner’s own cost), recognition and an engagement report.
85th Anniversary and Awards Celebration Partner 1 $10,000 $12,500 Be the only partner of AIA Canada’s 85th anniversary celebration. Includes three National Conference registrations, lunch and celebration recognition, an approved stage acknowledgment, the 85 Years Forward contribution wall and an engagement summary.
Industry Intelligence Platform Partner 1 $7,500 $9,375 Align your brand with the conference’s insight program: the Leadership Roundtable, the consumer-insight keynote and the findings brief. Includes two full-event registrations, one pulse question managed by AIA Canada and a results debrief.
Shifting Gears Opening Keynote Partner 1 $6,500 $8,125 Open the conference with your brand on the first keynote. Includes two National Conference registrations, an approved 30-second introduction, recognition on session screens, in the room, online and in the program, and a reach summary.
SHSM Student Experience Partner – National Conference  SOLD SOLD SOLD Connect with future talent early. Includes two full-event registrations, swag in welcome kit (at sponsor’s expense), student and program recognition, and a cohort and engagement report.
SHSM Student Experience Partner – CCIF Toronto  SOLD SOLD SOLD Connect with future talent early. Includes two full-event registrations, swag in welcome kit (at sponsor’s expense), student and program recognition, and a cohort and engagement report.
YPA Mentoring Roundtable Partner 1 $2,500 $3,125 Meet emerging professionals in a structured mentoring setting. Includes two full-event registrations, recognition, approved mentor participation, program signage, and a cohort and engagement report.

Experience opportunities

Opportunity Available Member Non-member/IEN What is included
Voice of the Industry Studio 1 $10,000 $12,500 Take conference insight beyond the room through short interviews led by AIA Canada. Includes two full-event registrations, studio branding, acknowledgment on approved clips and a performance summary.
Capture the Moment 2 (1 National Conference, 1 CCIF Toronto) $9,000 $11,250 Put your logo on the photo experience attendees take home. Includes two registrations, customized logo placement at the booth and on prints, web and program recognition, and a utilization report.
CCIF Vendor Showcase Partner 1 $8,500 $10,625 Guide attendees to the right solutions in the CCIF Vendor Showcase. Includes two registrations, a neutral discovery guide, approved challenge prompts, recognition and an engagement report.
CAIC Badge and Lanyard Partner 1 $7,000 $8,750 Stay visible on every attendee throughout the combined conference. Includes two full-event registrations, your approved logo on the lanyard or badge area, and recognition on CAIC and CCIF web pages and programs.
CCIF Networking Reception Partner  SOLD SOLD SOLD Host the collision sector’s main relationship-building moment. Includes four reception registrations, a hosted connection table, an approved welcome, a conversation map, a giveaway, recognition and an engagement report.
Networking Breakfast Partner 2 (1 National Conference, 1 CCIF Toronto) $2,500 $3,125 Welcome attendees at the first connection point of the day. Includes one registration, breakfast-area recognition, a verbal acknowledgment, approved table prompts, and web and program recognition.
Networking Break Partner 2 (1 National Conference, SOLD – CCIF Toronto) $2,500 $3,125 Own an informal connection window between sessions. Includes one registration, break-area recognition, an approved host point where space permits, and web and program recognition.

Click here to Secure your position now! 

Opportunities are limited and assigned in the order partners confirm. Contact the AIA Canada events team to check availability or build a custom activation.

Hotel and travel savings

Hotel Information

Start Date: Monday, March 29, 2027

End Date: Friday, April 02, 2027

Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:

  • Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre for 205.00 CAD per night – Last Day to Book : Monday, March 08, 2027

Book your group rate for Canadian Auto Care Industry Conference

Transportation Discounts

Westjet

5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium base fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for travel between Canada and US

No discount will apply to Ultra Basic or Business class bookings. To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com to make a booking online.

Applicable Rules

  • The booking is to be made to the following city: Toronto
  • The travel period begins: 3/23/2027
  • The travel period ends: 4/8/2027

Coupon Code: Guest web/Travel Agent web

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Promo Code: Travel Agent GDS only

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Air Canada

  • The travel period begins Tuesday, March 23, 2027 and ends Thursday, April 08, 2027.
  • Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
  • For North America’ 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel’ 10% on standard fares & higher. 12% discount on Business Class fares (exception: 5% on the lowest Business Class).
Promotion Code: MFJ8U3F1

Sponsors

Canadian Collision Industry Forum

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

Toll Free: 800.808.2920
Telephone: 613.728-5821

General inquiries
info@ccif.ca

Media inquiries
communications@aiacanada.com

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