Learn from your car wash peers about how they are evolving to keep up with customers' changing needs.
With professional development for car wash operators, learn from innovators and thought leaders in your industry on how they are using new technologies and strategies to better serve their customers and communities.
Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Location: Toronto Congress Centre, South Building, Pinsent Rooms 3-4, 650 Dixon Rd, Toronto, CA M9W 1J1
Register HERE.
Registration Fee: FREE for Canadian Carwash Association members, $125 for non-members (buffet breakfast included). Registration also includes access to the trade show on March 4 and 5.
Agenda (as of January 15, 2026, subject to change):
8:00 AM - 8:20 AM
Registration & Welcome
Location: South Building, Pinsent Rooms 3-4
Attendees must be registered for the morning education sessions to receive breakfast.
Breakfast not provided for Trade Show Only Pass.
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM
Opening Remarks & Year in Review
CCA leadership kicks off the day, sharing key highlights and initiatives from the past year.
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
“Under the Hood: Where the Canadian Car Wash Industry Is Headed”
Engaging, fast-paced presentations exploring market trends, technology shifts, and evolving consumer behaviour shaping the Canadian car wash industry. The session concludes with a five-minute audience Q&A.
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Coffee Break
Enjoy a refreshment break and connect with fellow attendees before the next session.
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Peer Mentor Circles
Attendees select a table topic and participate in facilitated small-group discussions focused on shared challenges, ideas, and practical takeaways.
Topics may include marketing, technology, staffing, growth strategies, and green initiatives.
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Recharge and network before the final sessions of the morning.
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Associate Members (Vendors) Show and Tell Videos
Short, informative video spotlights from associate members highlighting tools, innovations, and solutions relevant to car wash operators.
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
CCA Awards & Celebration
Celebrate achievements across the industry as the CCA recognizes standout members and shares stories of innovation, leadership, and impact.
Closing Remarks & Networking Invitation
Final thoughts from CCA leadership and an invitation to continue conversations on the trade show floor.
In need of accommodations? Here is a link to some hotel recommendations. You are responsible for making your own reservations.
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