What's it all about?
This conference and trade show is a joint event organized by three partnering associations – the Ontario Motor Coach Association (OMCA), the Ontario Public Transit Association (OPTA) and the Ontario School Bus Association (OSBA). It was conceived as a unique opportunity for employees of companies that operate buses and for manufacturers/suppliers and others related to these industries, to get together and explore better ways of serving their transportation customers in the future.

Where?
The conference business sessions, networking opportunities and social functions will be held at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre.

The trade show will be held in Hall #5 at the International Centre located at 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1E8 Tel. 905-677-6131 FAX 905-677-3089. View trade show information.

Who will be there?
This event is a combination of buyers and sellers from the entire bus transportation industry, not found anywhere else in Canada. Participants come mostly from the province of Ontario, but many are also from neighbouring provinces, northern USA and from various locations across North America.

• Motor coach and school bus owners, operators and staff
• Public transit managers and their employees
• Employees from community transportation companies
• Manufacturers, suppliers, consultants and providers of bus products, vehicles, parts and services
• A variety of other industry related individuals and companies
• Government officials and decision makers
• Truck and coach technician students and faculty from various colleges across Ontario may be observing at this year's show

What are the benefits in attending?
This joint industry trade show and conference provides access to people in the bus industry that matter. And they're ready to talk – one-on-one.

• Solutions, services and products that can improve competitiveness, customer service and your bottom line!
• Owners, managers and industry leaders can explore maintenance, operations and business issues during interactive conference sessions
• Exhibitors can display their services and products in a professional trade show environment that combines both vehicle and booth displays
• Opportunities for maintenance and operations staff to trouble-shoot, brainstorm and network with colleagues and suppliers alike
• You'll learn from relevant industry manufacturers in face-to-face technical business sessions
• Deals and purchases can be made in the comfort of a specific bus industry environment

When?
Conference business sessions will be continuous from April 18-21, 2010 inclusive at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre. View the Program-at-a-Glance.

The trade show will take place from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm on April 20, 2010 at the International Centre, Hall #5. This is a one day "trade only" show for employees of bus companies, manufacturers/suppliers and related agencies. If you are not employed by these types of organizations, but feel that you have an appropriate affiliation with the bus transportation industry, please contact Michele O'Bright by e-mail at info@ote.ca for further information. View trade show information.

Sponsorship Opportunities with a huge "ROI"!
Lots of great exposure including having your name in lights on this website! There's sponsorship opportunities to fit every budget – contact Michele today at Tel. 416-695-9965 Ext. 24, or e-mail at info@ote.ca.  View sponsorship details.

Shuttle Transportation
Shuttle transportation will be provided between the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre throughout the trade show (Tues. Apr. 20 only). Specific schedules (noted on signs in the venue lobbies) will be available during the trade show.

Bus Parking / Cleaning
If you are an exhibitor in the trade show and are staying at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, a limited amount of space is available for parking buses in a cordoned off area at the back of the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre (first-come, first-served). If additional space is required for multiple vehicles or you would like to make arrangements to have your vehicle(s) washed, please contact Dan Valley of Coach Canada at 905-677-3841 Ext. 322. dan.valley@coachcanada.com