2026 Laureates


On behalf of the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association and iA Dealer Services, we are pleased to present to you the 2026 CADA Laureates, as selected by the Ivey Business School, Western University:

Ambassadorship
For extraordinary service to the community and the industry

Kevin Sharfe
Sherwood Chevrolet
Saskatoon, SK
Business Innovation
For initiatives that significantly enhance performance or broaden the scope of business for new car and truck dealers

Jared Priestner
Go Auto Group
Edmonton, AB
Retail Operations
For outstanding achievement within an individual dealership

Eric O’Sullivan
Sherwood Buick GMC
Sherwood Park, AB
Recognizing just three individuals each year from more than 3,200 new car and truck dealers, the Laureate is the most exclusive industry award a dealer can receive over the course of his or her career. Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Mr. Sharfe, Mr. Priestner and Mr. O’Sullivan.

Thank you to all the program delegates, nominees, and nominators for your participation in the Laureate program. The calibre of nominees in 2026 was truly outstanding.

You'll hear from us again in the fall when we issue our call for nominations for the 2027 Laureate awards.

We look forward to more great accomplishments and nominations in the future!

Sincerely,



Michael Croxon
Chair
Canadian Automobile Dealers Association


Vincenzo Ciampi
Senior Vice-President
iA Dealer Services & iA Auto Finance



Alnoor Jiwani
Senior Vice-President
iA Dealer Services


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