AMVIC Licensed

On September 1, 1999, the Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) assumed responsibility from the provincial government for administering and enforcing automotive industry regulations under Alberta's Fair Trading Act. The Fair Trading Act, which came into effect September 1, 1999, includes an Automotive Business Regulation that pertains specifically to the motor vehicle industry and the authority under which AMVIC operates.

The decision to delegate regulatory authority to a self-managed industry council came about as a result of two years of consultation with industry and consumers. AMVIC's goals include:

• Provide a level playing field and fair marketplace for both consumers and businesses.
• Make a good industry better by:
• Reducing the number of people involved in illegal or questionable business practices.
• Providing education, training and consumer satisfaction supports to legitimate automotive businesses and sales people.
• Enhancing the professional image of people involved in the motor vehicle industry.
• Strengthen consumer protection by:
• Setting common standards for all businesses and sales people.
• Increasing investigation and enforcement activities.
• Establishing an industry-funded Compensation Fund.

Businesses that are involved in the buying, selling, or leasing, repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, or recreation vehicles in Alberta must be licensed by AMVIC. Businesses that sell motor vehicles must employ salespersons that are registered by AMVIC. Anyone who solicits, negotiates, or closes the sale or lease of a vehicle in Alberta is considered an automotive salesperson.

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