THE CANADIAN PARKING +
MOBILITY COMMUNITY
CONNECTING PARKING AND MOBILITY
PROFESSIONALS IN CANADA
CANADIAN’S PARKING + MOBILITY COMMUNITY ‘‘ Welcome to
We bring together professionals from across a broad spectrum of the parking and mobility industries to network, provide training, develop and adapt new technologies and enhance customer experiences for the betterment of our communities and industry.”
With more than 40 years representing the parking industry in Canada, the CPA was founded in 1983 by members of the industry with the primary goal to bring together interested parties to form a cohesive national voice for the parking industry in Canada, evolving to become a critical partner with mobility, transportation and the communities we serve.
Since that time, the CPA has grown to a membership base of more than 650 professionals from across the country and from various sectors to form an association rich with informed and experienced people that drive the evolution of the parking and mobility industries in Canada.
2024 OFFICERS + DIRECTORS
CPA Directors bring a wide scope of expertise from the Parking and Mobility industries, providing leadership to the various sectors and oversight to the management of the association.
PRESIDENT
Ralph Bond BA Consulting Group (Alberta)
VICE PRESIDENT
Anna Marie O’Connell Independent (Municipal Operators)
TREASURER
Frank Cavaliere RJC Engineers (Consultants & Services)
SECRETARY
Adamo Donatucci Precise Parklink (Private Operators & Developers)
PAST PRESIDENT
Alex MacIsaac University of Toronto (Educational)
DIRECTORS
Sam Cusick AIMS (EDC Corporation) (Ontario)
Nicolas Filion Agence de mobilité durable (Quebec)
Rozanne Haddad Interior Health Authority (Hospital)
Sharon Lewinson ACT Canada (Mobility & Transportation)
James Mackay Mackay Meters (Equipment Suppliers)
Ken Skinner Crombie REIT (Maritimes)
Randy Topolniski Winnipeg Parking Authority (Saskatchewan, Manitoba)
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Get INVOLVED
Being part of the CPA community presents a great chance to get more involved, whether through sharing your expert knowledge by presenting at some of our events or volunteering your time as part of your local chapter, committees, or at CPA events.
Get CONNECTED
Events, exhibitions, chapters and virtual learning are just some of the networking opportunities offered to members at both the national and local level. Meet with hundreds of parking and mobility professionals and enthusiasts at our annual conference and trade show or get together in more targeted networking groups at one of our smaller events so that you can connect with other professionals and create new longlasting business relationships.
Get EDUCATED
Attend events to learn from peers or enrol in industryspecific training to further your professional expertise for the benefit of your career and business. CPA’s comprehensive training programs take novice parking staff to supervisory and management levels and turns experienced professionals into industry leading experts.
Get NOTICED
There are numerous advertising, editorial, sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities for vendors that will help to raise brand awareness for your business. This includes a quarterly publication, on-line business directory, event sponsorships, e-newsletters and more.
MEMBERSHIP CONTACTS
TECHNICAL BULLETINS POST A JOB OR RFP SCHOLARSHIPS
SPECIAL PROGRAM FEES … AND MUCH MORE
Get CONNECTED
REGIONAL
Chapters provide outreach at the local level where many experiences and best practices are shared. Interesting and timely topics combined with networking at the local level are popular within the industry with members of the various sectors and regions.
The main event!
NATIONAL
Professionals from across Canada stay connected by attending in-person events, networking virtually and through periodicals and publications which bring together all the elements of the parking industry from all regions in Canada.
INTERNATIONAL
The Canadian Parking industry is staying abreast of influences that are trending internationally to ensure members are informed. Through collaboration with other industries and associations, the CPA stays on the leading edge.
ONLINE
Our online community continues to grow, so join the conversation. Exchange views, ask questions and share solutions on common issues with others, or provide feedback on recently published publications.
THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW
Attendees experience industry innovation, technology and trends which are showcased both on the trade show floor and during presentations in the educational component. Delegates who attend are known to be the decision makers of their organizations. The result is a positive ROI for vendors, many who will attest to the quality of business conducted at the CPA event over others. A final celebration and tour of innovative parking and mobility installations wrap up the event.
Get EDUCATED
The Parking Operations Primer (POP) is a training program designed for Parking organizations to assist with orienting new frontline staff and supervisors to the fundamentals of a parking operation.
Cashiers, attendants, compliance officers, valets, and other frontline parking staff will gain a fundamental understanding of how a parking organization works and how their job fits into the big picture by studying various topics.
The Parking Management Certification program (PMC) addresses the training needs of management teams and front-line supervisors who oversee parking operations.
This program sets performance and service standards at the point where the parking operation, technology, mobility, and the customer meet. The PMC credential is the standard by which performance can be measured.
The Parking Management Certification program (PMC) addresses the training needs of management teams and front-line supervisors who oversee parking operations.
This program sets performance and service standards at the point where the parking operation, technology, mobility, and the customer meet. The PMC credential is the standard by which performance can be measured.
Parking Industry Credential
The Canadian Parking Association, as the national authority for the industry in Canada, has the authority to grant or rescind the use of the professional designation of Parking Management Certification “PMC” to candidates who successfully complete the program.
Get NOTICED
ADVERTISE
CPA offers various advertising opportunities through each of its electronic and print media options. This includes Parker Magazine, an online directory of services, conference materials, web ads and e-newsletter opportunities, all of which reach the Canadian parking and mobility sectors.
SPONSOR
Sponsors take their place as industry leaders and become recognized by members as an important part of the community. Sponsorship drives the growth of the association and development of new initiatives. There are many opportunities and benefits offered.
EDITORIAL
Contributing timely and informative editorial content for inclusion in the CPA’s publications is accepted from all members of the Parking and Mobility industries, as well as other interest groups that are related to, or have interest in the parking industry.
PRESENT
Reach your target audience. Submit topics, abstracts and emerging trends to be considered for speaking opportunities the Annual Conference, or choose a local Chapter Event or Webinar to host, present and sponsor.
The best of the best!
OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
For those who are interested in supporting the CPA while taking advantage of all available advertising options, consider becoming a CPA Partner. CPA Partnerships provides the best of the best opportunities. Members of the Canadian Parking Association and stakeholders are the decision makers for their organizations. Your CPA Partnership will offer many opportunities to be out front of your audience to produce significant prospects for your organization. Solid relationships are forged with the right people, ensuring a significant ROI you deserve.
Join CANADIAN’S PARKING + MOBILITY COMMUNITY
Are you involved in the management, design, ownership or development of parking operations, mobility initiatives, urban planning, transportation, equipment and services development, consulting or other related specialties?
You will find value in the opportunities offered by the Canadian Parking Association to help you learn more about the advancements in the industry through networking, local events, specific training programs and much more.
From new startups to a 50+ person company, we have a membership rate to suit you.