OCTOBER 15 TO 16, 2026 • NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIOCanada’s Automotive Industry Comes Together at ACE 2026
Join dealers, suppliers, and industry leaders for two energizing days of speakers, workshops, networking, and tradeshow experiences at Fallsview Casino Resort.
Plan your ACE experience:
Dealer Registration is Now Open for ACE 2026
Secure your spot at the Automotive Conference & Expo, bringing together Canada’s automotive dealers, OEMs, suppliers, and industry professionals for two days of keynotes, workshops, networking, and tradeshow experiences in Niagara Falls.
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Join us in Niagara Falls for two exciting days of speakers, workshops, networking, and the tradeshow floor.
Classic Elton Live at Margaritaville
Kick off ACE with a full night of live music, networking and one of Elton John's most iconic tribute experiences.
Andrew Johns brings the music, showmanship and unmistakable energy of the Rocket Man to Niagara Falls, backed by a full band, horn section and backup singers.
Presenting Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Platinum SponsorKick-Off Party access is included with eligible ACE conference registration.
Kick-Off Party begins
Classic Elton takes the stage
6300 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON
The ACE experience continues after the conference floor.
The Kick-Off Party brings dealers, exhibitors and industry partners together for an easy, social night in Niagara Falls, with the entertainment already built into your ACE experience.
High-Impact Networking
Connect with dealers, partners and exhibitors in a relaxed setting outside the tradeshow floor.
Included With ACE
One more reason to stay, connect and make the most of your time in Niagara Falls.
All the hits. All the energy. One big ACE night.
Andrew Johns' Classic Elton celebrates the music and showmanship of Elton John with a production built for a crowd. Expect piano-driven anthems, a full band, horns, backup singers and a high-energy performance made for the ACE Kick-Off Party.
A look at the night ahead.
Live music, familiar faces and an ACE night built for connecting with the industry.
Make the right turns. Then stay for the party.
Join Canada's automotive industry at ACE 2026 and kick off Thursday night with Classic Elton live at Margaritaville.
Proven Solutions.
Make the right turns. Find the right path forward.
ACE 2026 is built around the idea that while our industry has many moving pieces, progress happens when the right people, tools, and ideas work together under one roof. Inspired by the Rubik’s cube, this year’s theme reflects the challenge of navigating change and the confidence that there is always a solution when you make the right turns.
- One event connecting dealers, partners, and innovators
- Fresh thinking for real-world automotive challenges
- Solutions shaped by collaboration and shared expertise
- A strong industry moving forward together at ACE
Three Great Reasons to Be at ACE
ACE brings together Canadian automotive leaders, meaningful networking, and practical learning experiences designed for today’s industry.
An event that’s truly Canadian
From the speakers and sessions to the entertainment, ACE is designed to celebrate and showcase the best of Canada’s automotive industry. Join us to explore homegrown innovation, network with Canadian leaders, and engage with content that speaks directly to the unique challenges and opportunities within our national market.
Meaningful connections built in
ACE is designed to maximize meaningful connections. From the cocktail reception to the ACE Kick-Off Party and tradeshow networking, attendees have multiple opportunities to meet dealers, suppliers, and industry leaders in a relaxed and engaging environment. The best part is that it is all included in your ticket.
Take away ideas you can use
Go beyond presentations with practical workshop sessions designed to deliver actionable takeaways. These smaller-format sessions allow attendees to dive deeper into topics like sales performance, employee satisfaction, technology adoption, fraud prevention, and dealership leadership.
Fallsview Casino Resort
Niagara Falls, Ontario
ACE 2026 takes place at Fallsview Casino Resort, a premium destination venue in the heart of Niagara Falls. With conference space, hotel accommodations, dining, and entertainment all in one place, Fallsview creates the perfect setting for two days of learning, networking, and industry connection.
Venue
Fallsview Casino Resort
6380 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7X5
Why Fallsview
Stay close to the tradeshow, speakers, workshops, receptions, and networking events, all in one destination venue.
Easy to Access
Located in Niagara Falls and accessible by car, airport transfer, rideshare, or regional transportation options.
Experience the Destination
Presented by:
Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario and Consolidated Dealers
