OMVIC’s ONGOING EDUCATION FOR DEALERS

Yesterday you received a Bulletin from OMVIC, below, about their plans to introduce new educational requirements in 2026.

While the UCDA supports registrant education, and increasing professionalism in our industry, we do have concerns and we are addressing them with OMVIC while this is still in the planning stage.

OMVIC’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program Plan

https://www.omvic.ca/selling/education/continuing-professional-development-program/

We are concerned that OMVIC says the course will take 4 to 6 hours to complete. We feel that is too long. We also do not know how much it will cost.

We understand the passing grade will be 80%, but you will have the opportunity to redo modules, so you can successfully complete the course without failing.

Grandfathered Registrants

Those registered before January 1, 2010, who renew after July 1, 2026 and who have not completed the Key Elements course offered by Georgian College, will need to do so prior to their renewal. Our understanding is Key Elements takes hours of self-study and costs at least $175.

Another area where the details are still being discussed revolve around dealer and salespeople registrants who have never undergone any education before. Concerns revolve around the cost, the time, and the difficulty of the test (with an 80% pass requirement, what happens to those who fail).

The UCDA has years of dealer education experience and, until recently, taught new applicants the mandatory OMVIC course. We can deliver these courses quicker and more cost effectively.

April 24, 2025

Introducing OMVIC’s Continuing Professional Development Program

The motor vehicle industry is evolving rapidly, with electrification, digital transformation, and changing consumer expectations redefining the way business is done. In this fast-paced environment, staying informed isn’t just helpful—it’s vital. A knowledgeable industry inspires trust, supports compliance, and drives long-term success.

Launching April 1, 2026, all dealers and salespersons renewing their registration on or after July 1, 2026, will be required to complete OMVIC’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program prior to renewal.

Why CPD Matters

In 2024, amendments were made to the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) giving OMVIC the authority to require ongoing continuing education for dealers and salespersons as part of their registration renewal.

That’s where CPD comes in. As the first program of its kind for Ontario’s motor vehicle sales industry, it’s setting new standards—boosting professionalism, promoting ethical practices, and fostering transparency at every step. Dealers and salespersons are the face of Ontario’s motor vehicle industry, and their expertise directly shape how consumers experience and trust the car-buying process.

Click the link below to watch an introductory video about this new initiative. 

CPD Requirements & Timing

  • Dealers will complete CPD annually
  • Salespersons will complete CPD every two years

CPD will need to be completed within the 90 days before a dealer or salesperson renews. This will include a mandatory assessment and passing score of 80%. Dealers and salespersons will have unlimited attempts to achieve the passing score.

There will be a fee for the required 4-6 hours of CPD dealers and salespersons will need to complete.  Fees will be based on a cost recovery model covering only the expenses involved in delivering the training and will be determined following an upcoming consultation.

Grandfathered Registrants, those registered before January 1, 2010, and have not completed the MVDA Key Elements Course offered by Georgian College, will need to do so prior to their renewal.

Flexible Online Learning

CPD will be accessible on desktop, mobile, and tablet—so you can complete your CPD requirements at your convenience.

How We’re Supporting You

OMVIC is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and will provide ongoing support, including:  

  • A dedicated CPD webpage.  
  • Monthly webinars & information sessions to answer all your questions.
  • A province-wide road show, including visits to dealerships and industry events.
  • Regular updates via email, social media, and stakeholder meetings.

Please join us on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. for a webinar and information session on the CPD Program. Register for the webinar here.

For more information, visit OMVIC’s website or email [email protected]. 

 

Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council

65 Overlea Blvd., Suite 300, Toronto ON, M4H 1P1

Tel: 416-226-3661  Fax: 416-226-9406

Toll Free: 1-800-943-6002  omvic.on.ca