In this July video message, MDA President Gerald Wood recaps the Association's recent Annual General Meeting and shares updates on board governance, industry advocacy, and upcoming initiatives. He thanks outgoing Executive Committee members, welcomes new leadership, and outlines proposed governance changes designed to strengthen dealer representation across Alberta.

Gerald also provides an update on MDA's work with post-secondary institutions and manufacturers to address skilled trades training challenges, previews key topics and speakers for the Western Canadian Dealer Summit, and celebrates Alberta's recognition at the CADA Laureate Awards.

Video Chapters

• 0:00 Welcome and AGM Recap
• 0:45 Executive Committee Updates
• 1:46 Board Governance and Restructuring
• 2:46 Skilled Trades and Education Advocacy
• 4:22 Western Canadian Dealer Summit Preview
• 4:56 CADA Laureate Award Winners

Western Canadian Dealer Summit 

Colby Longmate Was Presented With a Thank-You Plaque at the MDA AGM for His Time as the MDA's Chair

Thank you, Colby Longmate, for your leadership and dedicated service as Chair of the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta. On behalf of the MDA, we sincerely appreciate your commitment, hard work, and contributions to the Association.