UCDA was founded by a group of 7 Ontario car dealers and was incorporated as a not-for-profit association. The company celebrated its 20th anniversary on November 15, 2004. Managed by an Executive Director and a staff of 16, the policies and direction of the association are governed by a 9 person Board of Directors who reflect the demographics of the membership. UCDA currently represents more than 4200 dealer members, who are estimated to account for over 60% of the dealers registered in Ontario and who actively participate in the Used Vehicle Industry.