See You at the Markham Hilton — March 26 to 28
SMASH has been named a Bronze Sponsor of the 2026 OARA Convention & Trade Show, taking place March 26–28 at the Markham Hilton in Ontario. This is Canada's largest auto recycling event, and we're thrilled to be part of it.
The sponsorship was announced by Steve Fletcher, Co-Executive Director of OARA, in a LinkedIn post seen by thousands of industry professionals. Fletcher — who has spent over 33 years in Canadian auto recycling — introduced SMASH to his network as a "B2B scrap metal auction platform purpose-built for trading catalytic converters, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, auto parts, and everything else your yard processes." His endorsement underscored that our platform gives both sellers and buyers the clarity they need to trade confidently.
An Invitation to Canada's Auto Recycling Community
If you're an auto recycler in Ontario, Quebec, the Maritimes, or anywhere across Canada, the OARA Convention is the premier event to connect with peers, discover new tools, and plan for the year ahead. With SMASH now on the sponsor roster, you'll have a chance to see our platform firsthand and talk directly with our team about how it can work for your operation.
SMASH was designed specifically for businesses like yours. Whether you're dismantling end-of-life vehicles and selling the catalytic converters, moving bulk ferrous loads, or auctioning salvageable auto parts, our auction platform puts your inventory in front of vetted, competitive buyers. No cold calls, no haggling over prices on the phone — just transparent, market-driven bidding.
What to Expect at the Convention
The OARA Convention typically draws hundreds of professionals from across the Canadian auto recycling sector. The three-day programme includes workshops on regulatory compliance, environmental best practices, new technology demonstrations, and extensive networking opportunities on the trade show floor.
The SMASH team will be available throughout the event. Come find us to get a live demo of the auction platform, ask questions about listing your inventory, or learn how our buyer vetting process works. We're here to build relationships with the recyclers who make this industry run.
Ready to Connect?
You don't need to wait until March 26 to get started. Visit smash-cars.ca to explore the platform, check our service areas, or create a free account to see current listings. If you prefer to meet in person first, we completely understand — that's exactly why events like OARA exist.
Read Steve Fletcher's full sponsorship announcement on LinkedIn, or visit the OARA event page for registration details and the full convention schedule.
We look forward to meeting you at the Markham Hilton. Canada's auto recycling community has always been tight-knit — and SMASH is proud to be part of it.