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Join us for the OARA Convention & Trade Show, Canada's largest auto recycling event, from April 1-3, 2027, at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel, Niagara Falls.
Dates
1–3 Apr 2027
City / country
Niagara Falls, Canada
Venue
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Time
: Various hours throughout the event
Event overview
The OARA Convention & Trade Show is set to return to Niagara Falls, bringing together auto recyclers and industry stakeholders for a comprehensive program. Attendees can expect a vibrant trade show featuring over 50 exhibitors, insightful keynote presentations, and numerous networking opportunities.
This event aims to enhance business practices and promote the benefits of responsible auto recycling. OARA Convention & Trade Show takes place in Niagara Falls, Canada.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends in auto recycling, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions to enhance their business operations. Dates and Venue: The OARA Convention & Trade Show takes place from April 1-3, 2027, at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls, Canada. Scale and Focus: This event is Canada's largest auto recycling convention featuring a 50 booth trade show, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities.
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of auto recyclers and industry professionals, enhancing their visibility and generating valuable leads. Buyer Authority: Attendees include auto recyclers, industry stakeholders, and professionals looking to enhance their business practices.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
5875 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3K7
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Sheraton Fallsview Hotel for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Who runs the show
Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA)
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending OARA Convention & Trade Show on 2027-04-01 to 2027-04-03 in Niagara Falls lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport
The most practical US gateway for the Fallsview district, with a large domestic network and rental car desks on site. Allow extra time for passport control at the Peace Bridge or Queenston-Lewiston crossing
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-60 minutes by car to Fallsview including the border crossing - confirm current wait times
by car
Toronto Pearson International Airport
The largest international gateway for long-haul arrivals, with the widest choice of flights and onward options by rental car, GO Transit or coach
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1.5-2 hours by car via the QEW - confirm traffic conditions
by car
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport
Smaller alternative with a limited roster of carriers; useful if a direct flight lands there and you are renting a car
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hour by car to Fallsview - confirm current schedules
by car
Niagara Falls International Airport
Very close geographically but with limited commercial service; check whether your origin has a direct flight before relying on it
TBA
to venue
Approx. 20-30 minutes by car to the Ontario Fallsview district including the border crossing
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls - Fallsview
Fallsview-corridor property that puts delegates within a short walk of the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel, reducing taxi spend. Nightly band is an estimate for the 1-3 April 2027 dates; confirm parking charges and cancellation terms.
Hilton Niagara Falls / Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Larger Fallsview hotel with suites, suited to exhibitor teams needing meeting space alongside guest rooms. Estimated early-April band only; weekend leisure demand can push rates up sharply, so book early.
Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa
Fallsview hotel with falls-view rooms and spa facilities, a practical option for delegates who want to stay inside the walkable convention cluster. Estimated nightly band - confirm live availability for the show dates.
Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines Niagara Suites
Lower-cost alternative outside the Fallsview core; Google Hotels lists paid breakfast, paid Wi-Fi, paid parking, an indoor pool, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, fitness centre and bar. Budget roughly 15-20 minutes of driving each way plus daily parking.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Walk
Several Fallsview hotels sit within a 10-20 minute walk of the venue, which avoids parking and taxi costs entirely. Sidewalks along the Fallsview corridor are lit but sloped in places; wear footwear with grip in wet April weather.
WEGO visitor bus
Niagara Falls' WEGO bus network links the Fallsview hotel strip with Clifton Hill, Table Rock and the falls viewpoints. Useful for evening meals away from the venue; check seasonal timetables since early April service can be reduced.
Local taxi
Taxis are metered and easy to flag from hotel front drives. Best value for two or more people moving between the venue and a restaurant outside walking range.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Rideshare coverage in Niagara Falls is thinner than in Toronto, and pickup points at large hotels are sometimes assigned to a specific door, so check the app pin before requesting.
Parking at the venue
Hotel amenity listings show paid parking at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel; Fallsview properties typically charge nightly or daily rates rather than hourly. Arrive early on the first show morning because convention parking competes with leisure guests.
GO Transit rail
Seasonal GO train service connects Toronto with Niagara Falls, with local bus or taxi needed for the final leg to Fallsview. Check whether your travel dates fall inside the operating season before relying on the train.
Airport shuttle or taxi from BUF
Cross-border transfers require a passport and can add time at the border. Pre-book a licensed operator that is permitted to cross into Canada rather than hailing an airport taxi at random.
taxi
Approx. 40-60 minutes by car to Fallsview including the border crossing - confirm current wait times; The most practical US gateway for the Fallsview district, with a large domestic network and rental car desks on site. Allow extra time for passport control at the Peace Bridge or
Weather
Early April in Niagara Falls is early spring: cool, breezy and changeable, with daytime highs commonly around 10-14 C (50-57 F) and overnight lows around 1-4 C (34-39 F). Rain is frequent enough that a waterproof layer is worth packing, and mist from the falls makes the nearby walkways feel noticeably colder. Treat these as climatological averages and check the forecast in the final week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Canadian mobile networks (Rogers, Bell and Telus) provide good LTE and 5G coverage across Niagara Falls and the Fallsview district, but roaming charges for US and overseas SIMs can be steep, so check your plan or buy a Canadian eSIM before departure. The Sheraton Fallsview Hotel lists free Wi-Fi among its amenities, which is adequate for email and exhibitor demos, but wired or dedicated connections for heavy point-of-sale and software demos should be arranged with the venue in advance. Hotel ballrooms often have congested Wi-Fi during busy trade-floor hours, so download large files and run demos offline where possible.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Currency and taxes
Prices in Niagara Falls are in Canadian dollars and most Ontario sales carry 13% HST, which is added at checkout rather than shown on the shelf price. Card payment is near-universal at hotels and restaurants, but keep a little cash for tips, which are customary at roughly 15-20% for table service.
Fallsview district orientation
The Sheraton Fallsview Hotel sits on the Fallsview corridor above the falls, a compact strip of hotels, restaurants and casinos. Clifton Hill and the Table Rock viewpoints are a short walk or WEGO bus ride away. The strip is hilly in places, so allow a little extra time on foot in wet weather.
Cross-border arrivals
If you fly into Buffalo and drive into Canada, the border crossing is a separate admission process: carry your passport, declare any goods or samples you are bringing to the trade show, and allow for queues at peak weekend times. Business visitors should be ready to explain the purpose of the trip briefly.
April conditions near the falls
Early April is quiet compared with the summer peak, but the falls spray and river wind make the promenade noticeably colder than the hotel strip. Locals dress in layers and keep a rain shell handy; outdoor viewpoints are still worth the walk if you plan around the weather.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BUF
For the 1-3 April 2027 dates, compare Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) and Toronto Pearson (YYZ) before booking. BUF gives the shortest transfer to Fallsview, roughly 40-60 minutes by car including the border crossing, but has fewer long-haul connections. YYZ offers the broadest international network and a 1.5-2 hour drive or a GO Transit connection to Niagara Falls. Book the cross-border ground leg at the same time as your flight, since airport taxis in Buffalo are not always licensed to enter Canada. Prices are not listed here because airfares change daily; set a fare alert and confirm the transfer cost separately rather than assuming it is included in the ticket.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): Approx. 40-60 minutes by car to Fallsview including the border crossing - confirm current wait times; Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): Approx. 1.5-2 hours by car via the QEW - confirm traffic conditions; John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM): Approx. 1 hour by car to Fallsview - confirm current schedules; Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG): Approx. 20-30 minutes by car to the Ontario Fallsview district
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Sheraton Fallsview Hotel: Fallsview, Niagara Falls (walking distance to the venue): Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls - Fallsview; Fallsview, Niagara Falls (short walk to the venue): Hilton Niagara Falls / Fallsview Hotel & Suites; Fallsview, Niagara Falls (short walk to the venue): Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate in the Niagara region, though the number of cars is far smaller than in Toronto, so waits can stretch at peak dinner times or after an evening event. Pickup points at large Fallsview hotels are sometimes assigned to a specific entrance or rideshare zone, so check the app pin before walking out. Cross-border rideshare trips to or from Buffalo are not reliable - use a licensed cross-border shuttle or taxi for airport transfers from the US side. Surge pricing applies during convention weekends; fares quoted here are approximate.
Public transit: Local transit in Niagara Falls is operated as Niagara Region Transit, with the WEGO visitor bus linking the Fallsview hotel strip, Clifton Hill, Table Rock and the falls viewpoints. WEGO is the simplest option for delegates moving between hotels and attractions without a car; single rides are inexpensive and 24-hour passes are available. For longer regional trips, GO Transit connects Niagara Falls to Toronto by seasonal train plus connecting buses, and the Niagara Falls GO station is a short taxi or bus ride from Fallsview. Early-April timetables can be reduced compared with summer, so confirm schedules and fares on the operator sites before relying on them.
Parking: The Sheraton Fallsview Hotel lists paid parking among its amenities, and Fallsview hotels generally charge a nightly or daily self-park rate rather than an hourly rate. Expect roughly CAD 20-35 per day at hotel garages, with higher valet rates, and note that convention parking competes with leisure guests at weekends. Arrive before the trade floor opens on the first morning to secure a space, and keep your parking pass with your badge so you can move between sessions and the car. Rates are approximate - confirm with the venue when you book.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April (early spring) in Niagara Falls, Ontario
Temperature: Daytime highs typically around 10-14 C (50-57 F), overnight lows around 1-4 C (34-39 F) - climatological averages, not a forecast; check the week-of forecast before packing
Seasonality: April is a changeable, moderately wet month in the Niagara region, with rain on roughly 10-12 days and occasional late cold snaps. Falls spray adds local drizzle along the promenade, and riverside wind makes the air feel colder than the hotel-strip temperature suggests.
Packing: Pack layers rather than a single heavy coat: a warm mid-layer, a waterproof and windproof outer shell, and closed shoes with grip for wet pavement and falls viewpoints. Bring an umbrella or hood, gloves for early mornings and evenings, and a small daypack that keeps a laptop dry if you are walking between hotels and the trade floor.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at OARA Convention & Trade Show usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14 - Confirm your registration category with OARA and check whether your badge is collected on site or issued in advance.
Day 13 - Book the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel or an alternative Fallsview property and confirm the cancellation window.
Day 12 - Decide your gateway: Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) for a shorter drive, or Toronto Pearson (YYZ) for more flight options.
Day 11 - Reserve airport transfer, GO Transit tickets or a rental car, and build in time for the Canada-US border crossing if arriving via Buffalo.
Day 10 - Check your passport validity and, if flying into Canada from a visa-exempt country, confirm whether an eTA is required.
Day 9 - Review the OARA programme and mark the education sessions and trade-floor hours that matter for your yard.
Day 8 - Draft a supplier wish list: dismantling equipment, depollution systems, interchange software or core buyers you want to meet.
Day 7 - Arrange cover for yard operations during the 1-3 April absence, including parts pulling and inbound vehicle intake.
Day 6 - Prepare your parts and inventory questions so software and interchange vendors can quote against real data.
Day 5 - Pack layers and a waterproof shell; early April in Niagara Falls is cool and changeable.
Day 4 - Charge devices and pre-load any roaming or eSIM plan for Canada.
Day 3 - Print or download confirmations for hotel, transport and registration, and note the venue address for the driver.
Day 2 - Check the weather forecast for the falls corridor and plan footwear for wet walkways near the falls.
Day 1 - Arrive, collect your badge, walk the trade floor layout and confirm the next morning's start time.
Registration and hall orientation at Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
OARA Convention & Trade Show registration concourse
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget

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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether OARA Convention & Trade Show fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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