Archive for the Motorcycle Industry tag
mmicadmin
March 7, 2023
Contacting MMIC
Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council
3000 Steeles Avenue East
Suite 201 Markham, Ontario
L3R 4T9
Tel: 416-491-4449
Fax: 416-493-1985
Toll free: 877-470-6642
mmicadmin
March 3, 2023
2024 Motorcycle and OHV Shows
Canada’s premier powersports events roar back into Canada in 2024.
Fueled by strong manufacturer support, as well as innovative new programming experiences, the 2024 Motorcycle Shows are set to deliver plenty of fun, excitement, and new discoveries for riders of all styles, ages and experience levels.
On road and off-road riders, future riders, and lovers of the motorcycle and quad lifestyle will be able to check out some of the most anticipated models for 2024. Many of the world’s top manufacturers will debut their latest and greatest models. There is no other show in the country with this level of brand representation.
Additionally, the 2024 Shows will also feature a selection of custom and vintage motorcycles, parts, gear, apparel, and accessories. Riding clubs, training schools, touring destinations, and charity rides, will be ready to answer all your riding related questions and help you kick start the next riding season.
Additional features, programming and entertainment are also in the works, and will be announced in the coming months.
The motorcycle shows have always been the turning point in a long Canadian winter. They are the signal that the spring riding season is just around the corner.
For the most up-to-date information, please visit us online at www.motorcycleshows.ca, or follow us on Facebook.
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICES
Power Sport Services™ is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council. Power Sport Services™ focuses on innovation and leading-edge management of the motorcycle, OHV and power sport vehicle shows and the Open Road Motorcycle Insurance program.
Contact:
Laurie Paetz, Director of Events
Tel: 403-998-0447
Email: lpaetz@powersportservices.ca
Vincent Trepanier, Sales and Marketing Manager (Montreal)
Tel: 438-995-8397
Email: vtrepanier@powersportservices.ca
Lori Borda, Sales Manager (Toronto)
Tel: 519-717-3200
Email: lborda@powersportservices.ca.
mmicadmin
March 2, 2023
Who We Are
Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council – Who We Are
The Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council, originally founded in 1971, is a national, non-profit, trade association which represents the responsible interests of the major motorcycle and scooter manufacturers, as well as the manufacturers, distributors and retail outlets of motorcycle and scooter-related products and services in Canada.
The member companies of the MMIC account for approximately 90 percent of all the new on-road motorcycles and scooters sold in Canada. The MMIC is funded entirely by its Members and Industry Partners and by the programs and services it offers.
Members
Membership in the association is limited to those organizations engaged in the business of manufacturing and/or distributing whole motorcycles, mopeds or scooters in Canada.
Industry Partners
Industry Partners are those organizations engaged in the business of manufacturing and/or distributing whole motorcycles, mopeds or scooters in Canada, as well as motorcycle-related aftermarket products and services
Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council – Members
Membership in the association is limited to those organizations engaged in the business of manufacturing and/or distributing whole motorcycles, mopeds or scooters in Canada. The Board of Directors of the MMIC may, by resolution, admit as a new member any organization fulfilling the necessary criteria, having received a written request for membership.
Benefits of MMIC membership
- One voting representative on each committee of the MMIC.
- Monthly wholesale and retail motorcycle/scooter sales statistics, by company, model, cc size, and category, nationally and by province, city and postal code. (participation is mandatory)
- Volume show space rates at the PSS Motorcycle and OHV Shows in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec.
- Participation in strategic planning and priority determination for MMIC.
- Monthly e-newsletter.
- Annual Motorcycle and OHV Industry Statistics Report.
- Regular updates on federal and provincial regulatory requirements.
- Regular updates on operator requirements for street legal motorcycles in each province and territory.
- In-house guidance on compliance issues.
- Federal and provincial legislative submissions on issues that affect the motorcycle industry.
Fee Structure of MMIC Membership
The fee structure for members in the MMIC is based on three criteria – an annual due; a per unit wholesale amount; and a wholesale dollar amount based on each company’s percentage of total wholesale dollar. Member company fees are reviewed and approved each year by the Board of Directors during the budget process. The fiscal year of the MMIC is from January 1st to December 31st. As well, there is a per unit fee on street legal motorcycles and scooters to financially support the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada.
MMIC’s Organization
The main operating committee of the MMIC is the Executive Committee. It meets approximately four times each year. The Executive Committee reports to the Board of Directors, which meets at least once each year. The Technical Standards and Compliance Committee, the Policy and Government Relations Committee meet approximately three to four times per year depending on the urgency and importance of the subjects being discussed.
mmicadmin
August 23, 2019
Industry Partner Information
Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council Industry Partners
Industry Partners in the association are limited to those organizations engaged in the business of manufacturing and/or distributing whole motorcycles, mopeds or scooters in Canada, as well as motorcycle-related aftermarket products and services. The Board of Directors of the MMIC may, by resolution, admit as a new Industry Partner any organization fulfilling the necessary criteria, having received a written request for membership.
View Industry Partner Brochure
Industry Partners have certain privileges as outlined herein and are entitled to a range of services for the specified fee as offered by the MMIC, including:
- Access to the Importer Assistance Program: Communication with MMIC staff on import related subjects and access to selected consultants, and services.
- Special discount rate at The Motorcycle and OHV Shows. Please note: to participate in the Motorcycle and OHV Shows, the exhibitor must demonstrate product compliance with Transport Canada regulations and standards)
- Monthly retail sales statistics by category, cc size, province.
- Annual Industry Statistics Package.
- Regular updates on federal and provincial equipment requirements.
- Regular updates on operator requirements in each province and territory.
- Federal and provincial legislative correspondence and submissions on issues that affect the motorcycle/scooter industry.
mmicadmin
July 19, 2016
Monthly Motorcycle Sales Reports
The Motorcycle & Moped Industry council is pleased to present you with our complimentary monthly Canadian Motorcycle and Off-Highway Vehicle retail sales reports via our monthly industry digest Canada Now.
The reports are prepared by our Director of Communications, David Grummett.
mmicadmin
July 18, 2016
Motorcycle Rider Training
Motorcycle Rider Training in Canada
Even before you have purchased a motorcycle, the best way you can learn about motorcycling is from the experts. Whether you are new to motorcycling or returning to an old passion, you will benefit from a motorcycle Rider Training course. And, yes, the motorcycle is supplied for the basic learner’s course. As well, as an added bonus, you may qualify for savings on your motorcycle insurance!
MMIC supports motorcycle rider training programs across Canada. The MMIC believes that rider training is one of the best ways, if not the best way, to learn how to ride a motorcycle.
MMIC provides a complimentary up-to-date listing of Rider Training programs on our GoMotorcycling website. Please visit www.gomotorcycling.ca for our list.
All recognized rider training programs have certain characteristics in common:
- they are ‘recognized’ by the provincial licensing ministry or agency;
- they use highly trained instructors who must meet established standards;
- they use an approved curriculum.
To get started you need to understand the following:
- You need a separate motorcycle license to ride a motorcycle;
- Motorcycle licence requirements differ from province to province; and
- In most provinces, rider training can help you obtain your motorcycle license.
General Guidelines for Rider Training Courses
For those who are inexperienced, or for those with some experience but require basic licensing, or for those of you who are returning to the sport after an extended absence, we recommend:
Introductory Riding Basics Programs
These basic training programs are a comprehensive 18-hour experience to give you necessary motorcycle handling skills. They are conducted away from traffic on motorcycles that the course provides. They are geared toward personal coaching and a relaxed approach to put you at ease while also challenging you.
The typical course is scheduled on a weekend or two week days. The weekend starts Thursday or Friday evening with a three-hour classroom discussion of risk factors and basic riding strategies. During the course you will ride a series of exercises that builds one skill after another until you have a sense of control and accomplishment.
The program concludes on the afternoon of the second day with an on-site riding exercise to meet provincial ministry standards. If you are successful, the riding school is authorized by the ministry to issue you a certificate for your next level of motorcycle licence (in applicable provinces).
Advanced Training: Riding Strategies Programs
For those motorcyclists who presently have your probationary licence and need to obtain your full motorcycle licence, or who want a higher comfort level in traffic, we recommend Advanced Training.
This higher level training program qualifies you to obtain your full motorcycle licence in many provinces. Advanced training assumes that you have basic motorcycle handling skills in traffic. It fine-tunes your traffic observation and management practices on your own motorcycle in a real traffic environment.
The training differs from province to province and usually involves a minimum of nine to fifteen hours.
The ratio riders to each instructor is small and ranges around three or four to keep your learning intimate and relaxed. Typically, training will take place on Friday evening and either a Saturday or Sunday.
This course is enjoyable for the camaraderie of group riding, and especially for the development of confidence in your skills.
Questions to Ask Before You Register
We know from our students what contributes to an enjoyable and effective learning experience. Ask about:
- the size of the group
- the number of instructors available to you
- the size and variety of the training motorcycles available
- if it is a ministry-approved course
- if there is any cost for re-test should you not pass on the first attempt
- whether you will be encouraged to try more than one style of motorcycle
- the flexibility of payment options and scheduling
- if more practice time is available to you should you need to get more comfortable with your skills
- if you will enjoy yourself with instructors that are there exclusively to pass on to you their expertise and enthusiasm for the sport.
mmicadmin
July 4, 2016
Contact Manager of Policy and Government Relations
Please use this form to contact MMIC’s Manager of Policy and Government Relations, Paul Demers.
mmicadmin
April 28, 2016
Contact The Manager of Information Systems and Websites
Please use this page to contact the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council’s Manager of Information and Websites, Collin Richard.
mmicadmin
April 13, 2016
Contact Assistant to the President, Technical Standards and Compliance
Please use this form to contact MMIC’s Assistant to the President,
Technical Standards and Compliance, Li Liu.
mmicadmin
March 29, 2016
General Contact for the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council
Please use this contact form to direct general inquiries and requests to the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council.
