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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.
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
September 17, 2018
Dealer Insurance
Why Powersport dealers trust the Federated Insurance Program
Federated Insurance has over 95 years of experience creating custom-built insurance solutions for car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, power sports and recreational vehicle dealers.
Through our experience working with both authorized dealers, we understand the risks you’re exposed to on a daily basis.
So whether your dealership sells motorcycles, ATVs, ROVs, snowmobiles or personal watercraft, take advantage of our industry expertise to get a tailored and complete commercial insurance solution designed specifically for your powersport dealer business.
The Federated Insurance Program provides:
- Customized insurance solutions designed for powersport dealers
- Dedicated advisors who work with you directly
- Expanded coverage options
- Flexible payment and deductible options
- Quick, no-hassle renewals
Insurance coverage for your dealership
In addition to providing you with coverage for liability, property and employees our toolbox is filled with coverages designed specifically for your powersport dealers industry to ensure that you’re properly protected:
Blanket Coverage:
We provide a blanket limit coverage for all of your business contents, whether on or off your premises.
Mechanic’s Warranty of Work:
We’ll cover corrections for mistakes made through the installation of a defective part or as a result of faulty work on customers’ vehicles.
Up to 100% of Retail Charges on Repairs:
When asked to use your own facilities to repair damaged vehicles, you’ll receive up to 100% of normal retail charges for such repairs.
Odometer:
We’ll protect you against odometer tampering.
False Pretense:
We’ll protect you against the loss of vehicles due to tricks or schemes.
New Vehicle Sales Protection:
We provide coverage for claims from a customer who is dissatisfied with a vehicle purchased from you.
Customers’ Vehicles:
We offer liability and physical damage protection for customers’ vehicles when they are in your possession, on your property or on a test drive.
Business Interruption:
You can take advantage of our business interruption insurance to help protect your business from a loss of income.
Crime:
We offer insurance coverage to help protect you from employee dishonesty, credit card forgery and other types of theft by employees and others.
Cyber:
We’ll help to keep your business cyber safe with costs coverage for data recovery, customer breach communications and e-commerce threats.
Company Vehicles:
We’ll make sure you have the right coverage for all of your company vehicles, whether you have just one or a whole fleet.
Improvements to ‘Floor Plan’ vehicles:
We’ll protect the enhancements (additional parts and accessories) you add to floor-planned vehicles, if not covered by the floor plan insurance program.
Personal:
Personal insurance solutions are available for your home and vehicles. So whether you own a house, cottage, car, boat or RV, we can help you build a complete insurance package that protects your business, your employees and your family.
mmicadmin
April 24, 2017
May is Motorcycle Safety Month
Motorcycle Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility
Every spring the motorcyclist emerges from hibernation to face a new season of fun and freedom. Every May we have “Motorcycle Safety & Awareness Month” to commemorate the new riding season and promote a safe riding season.
The Safety part of the month applies to the rider. The rider’s skills may be rusty as a result of their long winters nap. The roads are cold, dirty and slippery. This combination can be fatal to the unsuspecting rider. Therefore, it is important to spread the word of safety to our fellow riders each spring.
At the same time automobile drivers have become quite accustomed to driving without the worry of their exposed two and three wheeled counterparts. The auto drivers must have their optics reprogrammed to see motorcycles. Without the programming riders will be invisible even when they are in clear sight.
Riders can do many things to help them stay safe. Skill improvement through additional training. Practice is important before the rider embarks on extended journeys. ATGATT stands for All The Gear All The Time. Even a quick trip warrants proper protective riding gear.
Drivers can add motorcycles back to their visual menu. Be alert and be aware.
May is a reminder that all riders should strive to be the best rider that they can be. It’s also a message to automobile drivers to be aware that the motorcycles are back.
For riding tips please visit https://www.gomotorcycling.ca/blog-posts/
Resources:
Information on riding (training, gear, licensing) – visit www.GoMotorcycling.ca
mmicadmin
July 19, 2016
Rider Insurance
Power Sport Service’s Open Road®Motorcycle Insurance
You ride. We ride. The Open Road program was designed to provide an easy, cost effective means to acquire insurance for you, the motorcyclist.
Open Road Motorcycle Insurance is the only insurance program endorsed by all of the major motorcycle distributors in Canada.
“Insurance for motorcyclists by motorcyclists”, what does that mean? It means Open Road’s goal is to offer you more choice to get you lower insurance premiums and save you money with friendly, helpful service. For convenience and additional discounts you have the option to add your home and automobile policies.
Open Road insures you – the motorcyclist, not just the motorcycle. This means we can insure your street bike, dirt bike, ATV and Side-by-Side plus your home and your other automobile. Adding other coverage opens the door to more insurance companies that would prefer to insure your bike as part of a greater portfolio. This can lead to greater savings!
Visit the Open Road website to get a quote!
mmicadmin
July 4, 2016
Contact Director of Finance, Statistics & Administration
Please use this form to contact MMIC’s Contact Director of Finance, Statistics & Administration, Jane Meng.
mmicadmin
November 23, 2015
Motorcycle License Information for Canada
British Columbia Graduated Licensing
The province of British Columbia maintains up-to-date information regarding their graduated motorcycle licensing online. You can get information regarding British Columbia’s Graduated Motorcycle Licensing from the province’s website by following this link.
Alberta Graduated Motorcycle Licensing
The province of Alberta has information about Alberta Graduated Motorcycle Licensing at www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca/drivers-licence.cfm . Transportation Alberta also offers downloadable drivers guides at www.transportation.alberta.ca/531.htm .
Saskatchewan Graduated Driver’s Licensing
The province of Saskatchewan has published some details relating to their Graduated Licensing regulations online. Please visit the website of the province of Saskatchewan.If you have any questions with regards to the Graduated Driver’s Licensing Program please call SGI toll free at 1-800-667-9868.
Manitoba Graduated Motorcycle Licensing
Manitoba’s Graduated Licensing Requirements for Motorcyclists are located online at the province’s website. You can obtain Graduated Licensing Information for the province of Manitoba by following this link to the province of Manitoba’s website.
Ontario Graduated Motorcycle Licensing
The province of Ontario maintains information about Graduated Licensing online via their website. Ontario’s Graduated Licensing Information is available online via their website.
Quebec Graduated Motorcycle Licensing
The province of Quebec maintains a website where you can learn about Graduated Licensing and motorcycles. Quebec’s graduated licensing information is available via their website.
New Brunswick Graduated Licensing
The province of New Brunswick has prepared an english version of its Driver’s Handbook, available for quick download in the PDF document format. This handbook describes all levels of graduated motorcycle licensing in New Brunswick and tells you how to begin the licensing process as a perspective motorcyclist. The manual is available for convenient download here.
Nova Scotia Graduated Licensing
Information for the province of Nova Scotia’s Graduated Licensing program is available online via the Service Nova Scotia website.
Newfoundland Graduated Motorcycle Licensing
The province of Newfoundland runs an informative and publicly accessible website where they are pleased to provide you with up-to-date information about their motorcycle Graduated Licensing regulations. You can obtain Graduated Licensing information from the province of Newfoundland’s website.
Prince Edward Island Motorcycle Licensing
The province of Prince Edward Island runs the infoPEI website where they are pleased to provide you with up-to-date information on their motorcycle Graduated Licensing regulations. Please visit the InfoPEI Website.
Yukon Graduated Licensing
The Yukon Territory has a graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Program. Information about the program is available through this site.
Northwest Territories Graduated Licensing
The province of the Northwest Territories runs an informative and publicly accessible website where they are pleased to provide you with up-to-date information on their motorcycle Graduated Licensing regulations.For more information about Graduated Licensing in the Northwest Territories please visit their website.
Nunavut Motorcycle Licensing
Nunavut does not have a graduated licensing program. For information about general driver’s licensing please click here.
mmicadmin
October 8, 2015
MMIC Member Companies
Membership in the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council is limited to those organizations engaged in the business of manufacturing and/or distributing whole motorcycles, mopeds or scooters in Canada.
