OMVIC

Webinar: Buying a Car in Ontario - OMVIC and YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
2024-09-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Online Zoom
Join us for a virtual webinar presented by the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) the regulator of motor vehicle sales in Ontario in partnership with YMCA of Northeastern Ontario. Buying a vehicle can be an emotionally charged experience with long-term financial implications. A representative from the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) will provide you resources and tips for buying new and used cars in Ontario.
Topics will include:

OMVIC’s Compensation Fund
Understanding Car Dealer Advertising
Negative Equity & Long Term Loans
Agreement & Disclosure
Avoiding Curbsides & Fraud Prevention
Tips for Buying or Leasing a Car

Webinar: Understanding the Changes to the MVDA
2024-07-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Zoom

Webinar: Transaction Fee Best Practices
2024-06-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Zoom

OMVIC - Annual Meeting
2024-06-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Novotel Toronto North York, Gibson Ballroom, 3 Park Home Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Novotel Toronto, North York, Ontario, Canada
This hybrid event will be held at the Novotel Toronto North York, Gibson Ballroom, 3 Park Home Avenue, Toronto, Ontario and online, providing flexibility for attendees.

OMVIC Consumer hosted webinar
2024-05-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom

Consumer Webinar - Buying New and Used Cars
2024-04-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Are you thinking of buying a car this Fall? You probably want to hear about the resources, tips, and advice that OMVIC has to offer for new and used car buyers. The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council is the regulator of motor vehicle sales in Ontario, and they administer and enforce consumer protection legislation on behalf of the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. Program will be offered on Zoom.

Consumer Webinar - Financial Protections for Car Buyers
2024-04-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Zoom
Take a break in the middle of your day to explore topics that will help you in practical ways. You can attend online while munching on mute at your desk or brown bag it and join us in-person at the Library.
Learn about the protections available to you when purchasing a car in Ontario. OMVIC (the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) presents this informative webinar for future car-buyers.

Consumer Webinar - Buying New and Used Vehicles
2024-04-18 06:30 - 19:30 | Online Zoom
Be prepared when purchasing new and used cars in Ontario! Tips and resources will be provided on how to research a vehicle’s history, how to understand your consumer rights, what to know before pursuing a deal, and an overview on purchase contracts. Presented in partnership with the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council.

Consumer Webinar - Understanding Your Car Buying Rights
2024-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Get car-buying tips and learn how to protect yourself throughout the car-buying process. A representative from the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) provides resources, tips, and advice to car buyers for buying new and used cars in Ontario.

Dealer and Salespersons Compliance Webinar
2024-04-11 13:00 - 13:30
Please check back for more details.
To register, visit https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtcu6rqTwiGNBVqZpOB1vxYvxStd3x6nd2

OMVIC / DRPS Fraud Prevention Webinar
2024-03-27 15:00 - 16:00
Join our webinar to learn and hear best practices from the Durham Regional Police Services and the Ontario Motor Vehicle Council

Consumer Webinar - Buying New and used Cards in Ontario
2024-03-25 19:00 - 20:00
As part of fraud prevention month, a representative from Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) will provide resources, tips, and advice to car buyers for buying new and used cars in Ontario.
Topics will include:

How to research a vehicle’s history
Consumer rights car buying tips
Compensation Fund
All in price advertising
Negative equity
Cooling off period
Understanding purchase contracts

Zoom link will be sent prior to the program.

Digital Dealership Registration (DDR) Webinar
2024-03-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-05 13:00 - 14:00
The Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery (MPBSD) in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) will be hosting a 2024 Digital Dealership Registration (DDR) Webinar.
Digital Dealership Registration is a web-based application that enables dealers to:
• Complete passenger vehicle registrations online
• Manage, order and report issues with permits and plates online
• Reduce the dealerships visits to ServiceOntario centres
• Improve margins for dealerships
• Reduce the time Ontarians and Ontario businesses spend dealing with vehicle related administration
• Minimize manual business processes through data validation and secure online transactions
The event will be taking place on: Tuesday March 5th, 2024, and Thursday March 7th, 2024, from 1:00pm – 2:00pm and will include of a walkthrough of DDR showcasing its many features, how to sign up and will address some commonly asked questions about the platform.
Please ensure that you meet the following criteria for DDR before completing the registration:
• Dealership must be within Ontario
• Dealership is registered with Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC)
Sign up today to reserve your spot for the DDR webinar HERE!
Join the many dealerships that are already using DDR for vehicle registration. Email us at Dealerships@ontario.ca for more information or click HERE to get started!

Dealer and Salespersons Compliance Webinar
2024-02-08 13:00 - 13:30
Please check back for more details.
To register please visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqc-utrjwtGdU6crvCFazMf6Hg8vfcPVdm

Need to know tips on how to buy a car in Ontario
2023-12-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
OMVIC will be hosting a FREE car-buying webinar open to the public on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.
Access this webinar here.
The webinar is intended to inform you, as a consumer, of your rights when buying a vehicle in Ontario. Participants will leave informed and with increased confidence going into their first (or next) vehicle purchase in Ontario.
Topics covered during this webinar include:

OMVIC’s role as the motor vehicle industry regulator.
Consumer rights and protections (when applicable).
Difference between buying from a dealer and buying privately.
What to look for in dealer advertisements.
What dealers must disclose about a vehicle’s history and condition.
The dangers posed by curbsiders (illegal, unlicensed dealers).
General car-buying tips, like how to research a vehicle.
What to do if you encounter a problem with a purchase.

This webinar is open to everyone and is free! We look forward to helping you become confident car-buyers.
Note: a computer or cell phone with sound is required to access the Zoom webinar.
For more information about OMVIC, and consumer car-buying rights, click here.

Need to know tips on how to buy a car in Ontario - Hosted by Ajax Public Library
2023-11-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Online Zoom
OMVIC will be hosting a FREE car-buying webinar open to the public on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.
Register for this webinar here.
The webinar is intended to inform you, as a consumer, of your rights when buying a vehicle in Ontario. Participants will leave informed and with increased confidence going into their first (or next) vehicle purchase in Ontario.
Topics covered during this webinar include:

OMVIC’s role as the motor vehicle industry regulator.
Consumer rights and protections (when applicable).
Difference between buying from a dealer and buying privately.
What to look for in dealer advertisements.
What dealers must disclose about a vehicle’s history and condition.
The dangers posed by curbsiders (illegal, unlicensed dealers).
General car-buying tips, like how to research a vehicle.
What to do if you encounter a problem with a purchase.

This webinar is open to everyone and is free! We look forward to helping you become confident car buyers.
Note: a computer or cell phone with sound is required to access the Zoom webinar.

Dealer Training and Tips: Trade-in requirements
2023-10-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Zoom
When a car buyer trades in a used vehicle as part of the transaction for a newer one, it’s important for both the car buyer and the dealer to know the rules. We’ve prepared
a guideline after consulting with stakeholders to help ensure awareness and compliance.
Learn about the rules that apply when a car buyer trades in a used vehicle.

How to Buy a Car in Ontario - Know Your Rights!
2023-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Don’t miss this free information session to learn your right when buying a car! Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) will provide resources, tips, and advice to car buyers for buying new and used motor vehicles in Ontario.
The webinar is intended to inform you, as a consumer, of your rights when buying a vehicle in Ontario. Participants will leave informed and with increased confidence going into their first (or next) vehicle purchase in Ontario.
Topics covered during this webinar include:

OMVIC’s role as the motor vehicle industry regulator.
Consumer rights and protections (when applicable).
Difference between buying from a dealer and buying privately.
What to look for in dealer advertisements.
What dealers must disclose about a vehicle’s history and condition.
The dangers posed by curbsiders (illegal, unlicensed dealers).
General car-buying tips, like how to research a vehicle.
What to do if you encounter a problem with a purchase.

This webinar is open to everyone and is free! We look forward to helping you become confident car-buyers.
Note: a computer or cell phone with sound is required to access the Zoom webinar.
