Tariffs on New Vehicles Hurt Canadian Consumers and Threaten a Key Economic Engine
Canada’s trading relationship with the United States has, until recently, been defined by partnership and mutual benefit. But that relationship is now under significant strain. Recent announcements from the U.S. government to impose sweeping tariffs on imported new vehicles and parts have sent shockwaves through the automotive industry and the…
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Chasing Solutions to the Skills Shortage in the Automotive Sector
The automotive sector is no different than other highly skilled and tech-based industries that face a wave of retirements in the coming years. And while skills training and recruitment has been a priority for several years, there is a need to step up efforts to address this critical challenge.
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New Car Dealers Make Pre-Budget Recommendations to Mitigate the Impact of US Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
In a pre-budget submission to The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) is recommending government use levers at its disposal to support consumers, the new vehicle sector and a more resilient economy.
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MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES
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CADA 360 HR Automation, administered by DealerPILOT HR, accesses key HR tools with the app designed exclusively for dealership staff at any level. LEARN MORE
Member Resources and Toolkits
The NCDA has developed various resources and toolkits for members, ranging from cybersecurity, to health and safety, annual reports, economic studies and more. LEARN MORE
New & Used Vehicle Sales by Year
View side-by-side vehicle sales comparisons in the new and used market by NCDA and Independent dealers. LEARN MORE
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CarCareerBC Education Grants
Learn about our education awards and our CarCareerBC Education Grant. LEARN MORE
BC’s New Car Dealers Proudly Support Special Olympics BC
Read stories about BC’s auto dealers supporting SOBC. LEARN MORE
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About the New Car Dealers Association of BC
The New Car Dealers Association of BC represents over 400 new car dealers throughout the province, who generate more than $17 billion in economic activity, pumps $2.9 billion net GDP directly into BC’s economy, and employs nearly 30,000 high paying, family supporting jobs in over 55 communities we serve.
The NCDA’s new car dealer members have significant economic and community impacts across the province. Dealer members offer exciting car careers with well paid jobs. The Association advocates on member issues with government including important partnerships on supporting electric vehicle adoption, education, and more.
The Association speaks on behalf of British Columbia’s new car industry to the public, media, and government, and deals with the legal, environmental, and consumer issues relating primarily to new vehicle sales in British Columbia. We provide services, products, consultants and benefit partnerships to our dealer members.
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