2025 OTE Conference Schedule

Organizing associations: Ontario Motor Coach Association (OMCA), Ontario Public Transit Association (OPTA), and School Bus Ontario (SBO)

This schedule is subject to change without notice

Sunday, March 30 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | Registration Open | OPTA, OMCA, SBO

Room: International Foyer

 
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Sunday, March 30 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | SBO Board of Directors Meeting | SBO

Room: New York

 
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Monday, March 31 | 7:30am – 5:30pm | Registration Open | OPTA, OMCA, SBO

Room: International Foyer

 
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Monday, March 31 | 7:00am – 12:00pm | Trade Show: Vehicle Move-in | OPTA, OMCA, SBO

Room: Toronto Congress Centre

 
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Monday, March 31 | 8:30am – 9:30am | Breakfast and Opening Plenary – Navigating Poilitcal Uncertainty: Impacts on Transit and Private Bus Operators | OPTA, OMCA, SBO

Room: International C

 
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Join Huw Williams a leading government relations expert for an insightful analysis of the current political landscape in Ontario and Canada, and the evolving tensions with the United States. This session will explore how shifting political priorities and election outcomes, may affect...

Monday, March 31 | 9:45am – 10:45am | OPTA Leadership Stream: Transit Analytics – It’s a journey | OPTA

Room: International AB

 
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We will explore this topic with three presentations: GRT- How GRTs APC and fare card system enable their level of analysis, how analytics influence decision making, powerful data tools to save time and improve consistency, and next steps for GRT DRT- Come...

Monday, March 31 | 9:45am – 10:45am | OPTA Operations Stream: Digital Transformation | OPTA

Room: Mississauga

 
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We will explore this topic with two presentations: Brantford Transit is on the verge of a major transformational project. In this presentation, Brantford Transit will share their strategy for keeping riders up to date with major service changes. Swiftly will present on ridership-centric...

Monday, March 31 | 9:45am – 10:45am | How eco-driving can benefit your fleet and enhance safety | OMCA, SBO

Room: Halton

 
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In today’s fast-paced and competitive market, fleet managers are always looking for ways to save on operational costs and improve efficiency. One strategy that often gets overlooked is eco-driving — a technique that merges fuel-efficient driving practices with defensive driving principles. By implementing...

Monday, March 31 | 9:45am – 10:45am | SBO Annual General Meeting (SBO Members Only) | SBO

Room: New York

 
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Monday, March 31 | 10:45am – 11:00am | BREAK | OPTA, OMCA, SBO

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Monday, March 31 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | OPTA Leadership Stream: International Zero Emission Bus Case Studies – It’s an AND conversation | OPTA

Room: International AB

 
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Discover the transformative potential of the energy transition in revolutionizing the global transportation industry. This engaging presentation will delve into international case studies, showcasing the environmental, economic, technological, and societal benefits and challenges of transitioning from traditional fossil fuels to sustainable energy...

Monday, March 31 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | OPTA Operations Stream: Rural Transit Innovation | OPTA

Room: Mississauga

 
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The need for public transportation in rural communities has grown substantially, and communities across Ontario are finding new and innovative ways to adapt to these needs in rural, low demand areas. In a panel representing small, rural municipalities in different stages of their...