Green Commercial Vehicle Program

Quick Links: Industry Associations

Alternative Fuel Associations

• Electric Mobility Canada is a not-for-profit organization that promotes electric mobility as a means to address environmental and energy issues. Its members include suppliers of electrical energy, companies that sell or distribute vehicles or components, government agencies, and related associations, societies, labour organizations and research centres. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership, as well as sponsored projects and publications.
• The Canadian Natural Gas Vehicle Alliance is a natural gas vehicle advocacy group that promotes natural gas vehicles, fuels and related infrastructure. Its members include companies involved in research, project management and consulting, manufacturing, vehicle conversion technology and installation, fuel and infrastructure and supply. Its website outlines the benefits of natural gas, identifies where natural gas conversions can be made, where the fuel can be acquired, and provides links to its members who include manufacturers and distributors.
• Propane Gas Association of Canada represents the interests of propane retailers, transporters, producers, wholesalers and manufacturers of appliances, cylinders and equipment of the Canadian propane industry. Its website contains information on the benefits of propane, member and industry news, training opportunities and a Propane Market Study Summary Report.
• Ontario Propane Association represents the interests of propane retailers, transporters, producers, wholesalers and suppliers to the industry of Ontario. Its website provides basic information on the fuel and its use, servicing and operating tips and includes a list of propane suppliers.

Automotive Manufacturers and Service Industry Associations

• Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario represents the independent sector of the automotive service industry, such as an owner/operator or an auto repair garage. Its website outlines the services to its members, as well as other training and programs.
• Canadian Transportation Equipment Association serves commercial vehicle manufacturers, their dealers, distributors, component manufacturers and service providers in the Canadian marketplace. Its website outlines its services, membership, as well as sponsored projects and publications.
• Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association represents Canada's largest manufacturers of light and heavy-duty motor vehicles. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership, and automotive industry statistics.
• Ontario Automobile Dealer Association represents about 550 new car and truck dealerships in Ontario. Its website outlines the history of the organization, membership, and services.
• Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association is a trade association made up of corporate involved in the medium and heavy duty original equipment and aftermarket parts manufacturing industry. Its website provides news briefings to its members, industry reports and publications and other membership services.

Transportation and Leasing Industry Associations

• Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) provides services and public policy advocacy for trucking companies. OTA represents all segments of the industry, such as for-hire carriers, private carriers, intermodal, suppliers, etc. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership and services, events, sponsored projects and publications.
• Owner-Operator's Business Association of Canada is a trade association representing professional drivers and owner-operators across the country. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership, services and events.
• Private Motor Truck Council represents private fleet operators in Canada. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership, as well as sponsored projects and publications.
• Canadian Industrial Transportation Association represents the viewpoints and concerns of the Canadian shipper, including manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership, services and events.
• Canadian Courier & Logistics Association (CCLA) represents couriers and logistics service providers operating in Canada. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership and services.
• Canadian Finance & Leasing Association (CFLA) represents the asset-based financing, equipment and vehicle leasing industry in Canada. Its website outlines the vision and goals of the organization, membership and services, as well as industry information.