Professional Towing Association of Ontario

06/30/2026

06/29/2026

🚨 Welcome Back, IAAI! 🚨

We’re excited to welcome IAAI back as an exhibitor at the 2026 PTAO Tow Trade Show! Their continued support of the towing and recovery industry is greatly appreciated, and we’re looking forward to having them join us once again.

Be sure to stop by their booth to connect, learn more about their services, and see what they have in store this year.

Thank you, IAAI, for being part of the show — we can’t wait to see you in September!

06/27/2026

👀 Sneak Peek Alert! 👀

The 2026 PTAO Tow Trade Show booklet is coming together, and we’re excited to give you a first look at what’s ahead!

Inside, you’ll find exhibitor listings, event schedules, competition details, sponsorship highlights, and everything you need to make the most of this year’s show.

This year is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

Stay tuned for the full release and get ready to join us at Bingemans in Kitchener this September.

📅 September 11–12, 2026
📍 Bingemans Conference Centre, Kitchener, ON

Who’s ready for the biggest towing event of the year? 👇

06/26/2026

Stronger penalties are coming to Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act and they will directly affect commercial drivers and carriers. These changes are tied to Andrew’s Law and the province’s November 25, 2025 legislative package. https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1006767/province-cracking-down-on-dangerous-driving-to-protect-people-on-ontario-roadways
From higher fines to longer suspensions, these changes reinforce the importance of safe, responsible driving in our industry.
WTFC encourages all drivers and carriers to stay informed and prepared.

06/25/2026

Want to support the 2026 Tow Trade Show and promote your business?

For just $500 + HST, you can secure one of our support opportunities before they’re gone!

Available support opportunities include:

⚡ TESLA Training Session (2 half supporter spots available)
🏆 Hero of the Industry Award (4 quarter supporter spots available)
🏆 Tow Person of the Year Award (4 quarter supporter spots available)
👩 Speaker Supporter
✨ Name Your Own Supporter Opportunity – Have something unique in mind?
Let us know!

PTAO will proudly add your business name to one of these supporter opportunities, giving you valuable exposure and recognition at Ontario’s largest towing industry event.

📩 Message us today to claim your spot and show your support for the towing industry.

06/24/2026

“All you did was tow it a few miles. Why does it cost so much?”

It’s a question towing companies hear all the time after police directed emergency towing.

The answer is simple: you’re not paying for the few miles your vehicle traveled. You’re paying for the emergency response system that made it possible for help to arrive when you needed it. Not scheduled, not tomorrow, not when we can fit it in, but right now immediate response.

Like EMS and the fire department, towing companies are expected to respond 24 hours a day, 365 days a year—often within 20 minutes of being called by law enforcement. That means maintaining trained operators, dispatch systems, insurance, storage facilities, and hundreds of thousands (sometimes millions) of dollars in specialized equipment ready to roll at a moment’s notice.

Here’s the difference…

Police departments are funded.

Fire departments are funded.

EMS receives public funding, grants, or municipal support.

Emergency towing companies receive none.

In fact, we may be the only emergency service expected to maintain around-the-clock readiness without taxpayer funding. Even more challenging, approximately 40% of our police-requested services ultimately go unpaid.

Yet when the phone rings at 2:00 AM, during a snowstorm, after a serious crash, or when a roadway needs cleared for public safety, we’re still expected to respond immediately.

And we do.

The invoice isn’t paying for a few miles of towing.

It’s paying for the trucks, equipment, facilities, insurance, training, and people standing by 24/7, ready to respond when nobody else can.

That’s the true cost of emergency towing.

06/23/2026

🚨 Award Nominations Re-Opened!🚨

We’re excited to announce that nominations have been reopened for the following awards, recognizing excellence, dedication, and outstanding achievement within the towing and recovery industry:

✨ ExtraOrdinary Woman Award
📅 Deadline: June 30

🚨 Hero of the Industry Award
📅 Deadline: July 31

🚛 Recovery of the Year Award
📅 Deadline: July 31

These awards celebrate the individuals and teams who go above and beyond—setting the standard for professionalism, skill, safety, and service in our industry.

Take a moment to recognize those making a difference in the towing and recovery community—your nomination matters.

📣 Important: Only nominations submitted directly on our Event Pages will be accepted, unless your nomination was already submitted before the extension. Those submissions remain valid.

Submit your nominations before the deadlines and help us recognize the best in the industry!

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the hardworking Tow Operators out there. 💙

Today we recognize the dads who spend long hours on the road, answer calls at all hours of the night, work in dangerous conditions, and still show up for their families every chance they get.

Being a tow operator isn’t just a job — it’s sacrifice, dedication, and commitment. Whether you’re missing dinners, holidays, or sleep to help keep the roads safe, your hard work does not go unnoticed.

To the fathers in the towing industry:
Thank you for everything you do both on and off the road. Your strength, resilience, and heart make a difference every single day.

Wishing you all a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Father’s Day surrounded by those who matter most.

06/19/2026

Kick Off the Tow Trade Show Weekend at the Meet & Greet!

Join us for the 2026 Tow Trade Show Meet & Greet, proudly hosted and sponsored by Eagle Towing Equipment

End the first night of the show by reconnecting with industry friends, meeting new faces, and enjoying a great evening with Ontario’s towing community. It’s the perfect opportunity to network, catch up, and celebrate together before Saturday’s festivities begin.

🍻 Hosted at Waterloo Brewing

A huge thank you to Eagle Towing Equipment for their continued support and sponsorship of this exciting event!

📍 Register here: https://forms.gle/9HiMseYmFkKMyZ5H6

Don’t miss it — we can’t wait to see you there!

06/17/2026

🚨 Exhibitor Announcement 🚨

The Professional Towing Association of Ontario is pleased to welcome M & S Equipment Sales & Services back as an exhibitor at the 2026 Tow Trade Show!

M & S Equipment Sales & Services has built a strong reputation for providing quality equipment, dependable service, and industry expertise to towing professionals across Ontario and beyond.

Be sure to visit their booth at the show to connect with their team, learn about their latest products and services, and discover solutions designed to support your business.

We are excited to have M & S Equipment Sales & Services join us once again and thank them for their continued support of Ontario's towing industry.

📅 September 11-12, 2026
📍 Bingemans Conference Centre, Kitchener, ON