OMCA is one of the largest travel and tourism-related associations in Canada, & the voice of private sector bus operators, inter-city bus lines, charter & coach tour companies.

 

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2009 OMCA Annual Marketplace & Conference The Premier Event in Canada for North American Packaged Travel November 8 -11, 2009 London, Ontario Registration is NOW open!! To register for the Conference click here!! Remember, first come first serve for appointments so register early. OMCA Online Resource Guide The OMCA Resource Guide is now available online. Click on the link below to go to the guide.  Resource guide online. Members can sign in with their UserID and Password to see full listings in the guide. OMCA Store OMCA has items from educational products, driver log books, vehicle inspection.  View the publications. Motor Coach Canada Motor Coach Canada works on national issues and provides training and publications to both OMCA and Motor Coach Canada members! 39th Annual OMCA Golf Tournament The Annual Golf Tournament is being held on August 11, 2009 at the Legends on The Niagara.For more information, registration and Sponsorship details click on the moving golf cart below.

My Association Click above link to change your password, contact details, subscription, update profile and pay dues. Drivers License Status Check   (Click for more info) Available only to members of:  OMCA, OSBA & OPTA Donations made to: OMCA's Facebook Page

This Week's Newsletter Highlights

June26, 2009

1. Price Increase - MCC Log Books and Inspection Reports

Due to a recent increase in our printing costs for MCC log books and inspection reports, we are forced to raise our prices slightly for these products.

 2. Advertising Opportunity in OMCA Report
Members have been looking for an opportunity to place ads in the newsletter. OMCA is now offering advertising space in the Report.

 

3. New online service coming soon for IFTA Fuel Tax Reporting
By September 2009, IFTA carriers will be able to use the province's ONT-TAXS online to:

 4. Bus Drivers Must Stop at Posted "Brake Inspection Areas" in Quebec

Recently, a member's driver was cited by a Quebec enforcement officer for disobeying a "Stop at Brake Inspection Area" sign on Highway 138 near Baie St. Paul in Quebec.

 

5. How Will Harmonized GST and PST Affect Industry?

Any goods or service that are currently exempt from Ontario Provincial Sales tax will cost the consumer more if the tax is applied to it.

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