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2026 OARA Convention & Trade Show

March 26, 2026 @ 9:00 am - March 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm UTC-5

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Join us for Canada’s largest auto recycling Convention and Trade Show as we return to the Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre in Markham, Ontario. A 50 booth Trade Show, keynote presentations, industry panels, roundtables, networking, fundraisers, and fun.

Convention Agenda at a Glance:

THURSDAY MARCH 26, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm Open House and Tours at Carcone’s Auto Recycling
10:45 am – 12:30 pm OARA Board Meeting
1:00 – 5:00 pm Auto Recycling Roundtable on Emerging Issues with Industry Stakeholders
5:00 – 7:00 pm Recycled Auto Part-Y and Reception
FRIDAY MARCH 27, 2026
6:00 am – 1:00 pm Exhibitor Move in
7:30 am – 7:00 pm Registration Open
8:00 – 9:30 am OARA Annual Member Meeting (Direct Members only)
9:30 – 9:45 am Welcoming Remarks
9:45 am – 12:15 pm Panels & Presentations
12:15 – 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm Industry Keynote Address
1:30 – 7:00 pm Trade Show
7:00 – 11:00 pm Reception, Auctions and Fundraiser for OARA Employee Scholarships
SATURDAY MARCH 28, 2026
8:00 – 9:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am-12:00 pm Panels & Presentations
12:00 – 1:00 pm Industry Luncheon
1:00 – 3:00 pm Panels & Presentations

Registration

Hotel

A limited number of guestrooms have been reserved for the Convention at the:

Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites, 8500 Warden Ave, Markham, ON L6G 1A5

Please contact the hotel directly at: 905-470-8500 and quote “1OR” to receive the group rate of $165/night, which includes free parking. Group rate is subject to availability and is valid until March 5, 2026.

Or you can book online – HERE.

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Exhibitors

Trade Show Hours:

Friday March 27, 2026

  • Set up 6:00 am to 1:30 pm
  • Open 1:30 pm to 7:00 pm
  • Tear down 7:00 to 11:00 pm

New or seasoned, our exhibitors know that each year the OARA Trade Show and Convention will bring added value to their company.

  • As with last year, there will be no concurrent seminars to the Trade Show – you will have the undivided attention of all delegates from 1:30 to 7:00 pm.
  • The Passport Program ensures continuous traffic to your booth and offers the chance to engage with delegates outside of your current network.
  • There are always plenty of draws and contests in the Trade Show – if you are planning something please reach out to Steve to help promote and coordinate.

Exhibit Registration Form and Floorplan

Details

Start:
March 26, 2026 @ 9:00 am UTC-5
End:
March 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm UTC-5
Website:
https://oara.com/events/2026-oara-convention-trade-show-2/

Organizer

Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association
Phone
‭1 (866) 977-8868‬
Email
wally@oara.com
View Organizer Website

Venue

Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
8500 Warden Avenue
Markham, Ontario L6G 1A5 Canada
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Phone
+1 905-470-8500
View Venue Website