EV Skill Program

Founded in 1938, the Parity committee of the automotive services industry in the Montreal region (CPA Montreal) is a non-profit organization representing various associations of employers and employees.

Its purpose is to administer the Decree respecting the automotive services industry in the Montreal region.The Decree is a regulation that is enforced as if it were a law. Its difference from usual legislation is, that it is negotiated by contracting parties (Article 1.02.) that serve on the Board of Directors of CPA Montreal.

It determines, among other things:

• Working hours;
• Overtime hours;
• Statutory general holidays;
• Annual leave with pay;
• Absences and special leaves;
• Minimum hourly wage rates;
• Classification;
• Professional qualification.

Mission

At CPA Montreal, we firmly believe that the future and prosperity of the automotive services industry depend directly on the quality of the work force, and we act accordingly:

• Properly trained workers who are qualified according to stringent provincial criteria to answer the actual needs of the industry;
• Workers who have access to continuous training;
• Workers who enjoy the best possible conditions to practise industry trades.

Therefore, the CPA Montreal can:

• Provide fair working conditions to all employees;
• Promote the image of the industry and attract newcomers;
• Keep the skills and competency of qualified workers up to date;
• Stimulate healthy competition among businesses.