Mercedes-Benz Star Motors of Ottawa

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Privacy Policy

1. How we use your information

a) Initiate, maintain, and improve our relationship with our customers by providing them with personalization of their experience, including to: remember customer interests and preferences; customize the products and services we share with customers; facilitate customer interactions with our employees; track and categorize customer activity and interests on our website and mobile application and to enrich the customer experience in our dealerships, on our website, and through our mobile application;

b) Improve our products and services through quality assurance and improvement activities, including to: develop and promote new products and services; to improve or modify our existing products and services; and to analyze and improve the safety and security of our products and services;

c) Perform analytics, such as to: understand how customers use our website, mobile applications, products and services; generate insights and understand how customers interact with us; and improve our website, mobile applications, products and services.

We may disclose personal information to third parties, including the following:

To business partners, such as: Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. Daimler AG, and their associated and affiliated companies.

2. Anti-Spam Policy

Our Anti-Spam Policy tolerates only permission-based email. Thus, you may choose to opt-out of our mailing list. By checking the opt-in box when emailing us you agree to be contacted by us for the purposes described in section 1 of this policy above. All emails sent to you will be compliant with CASL and will include: The option to opt-in to receive communication for the purposes. The option to unsubscribe from receiving electronic communication from us. Electronic communication you receive from us will include the name and address for the sender as well as who the email is being sent on behalf of Star Motors of Ottawa.

3. Our Affiliation with Mercedes-Benz Canada

I understand that Mercedes-Benz Canada, its affiliates, Star Motors of Ottawa and service providers collect, use and disclose my personal information for the purposes of (i) completing my purchase, finance or lease transaction; (ii) maintaining my warranty and customer service records; (iii) conducting customer service campaigns; (iv) providing me with marketing information; and (v) for legal and other business purposes. I consent to Mercedes-Benz Canada, its affiliates, Star Motors of Ottawa and service providers contacting me by telephone or sending commercial electronic messages to me, including email and text messages. I can contact Mercedes-Benz Canada Customer Relations at 1 (800) 387-0100 or Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc, 98 Vanderhoof Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9, and Star Motors of Ottawa if I no longer consent to these uses and to update or correct my personal information.


Accessibility Plan and Policies for Star Motors of Ottawa Limited

This 2014-21 accessibility plan outlines the policies and actions that will put in place to improve opportunities for people with disabilities.

Statement of Commitment

Star Motors of Ottawa is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner, and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Accessible Emergency Information

Star Motors of Ottawa is committed to providing the customers and clients with publicly available emergency information in an accessible way upon request. We will also provide employees with disabilities with individualized emergency response information when necessary.

Training

Star Motors of Ottawa will provide training to employees, volunteers and other staff members on Ontarios accessibility laws and on the Human Rights Code as it relates to people with disabilities. Training will be provided in a way that best suits the duties of employees, volunteers and other staff members.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to ensure employees are provided with the training needed to meet Ontarios accessible laws by January 1, 2015.

  • Review existing employees level of training on AODA and ensure they are brought up to date within a realistic period.
  • Add AODA training to all new employees orientation procedures in an effort to have new employees familiar with AODA policies prior to assuming there new position within the company.

Kiosks

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to ensure employees consider the needs of people with disabilities when designing, procuring or acquiring self-service kiosks by January 1, 2014.

  • If self-service kiosks are considered, the requirements to meet the needs of persons with disabilities will be discussed at weekly managers meetings to ensure compliance.
  • Information and communications is committed to meeting the communication needs of people with disabilities. We will consult with people with disabilities to determine their information and communication needs.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to make all new websites and content on those sites conform with WCAG 2.0, Level A by January 1, 2014.

  • Star Motors of Ottawa will work with its web developer to conform new content to AODA guidelines.
  • New web sites will conform to WCAG 2.0.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to make ensure existing feedback processes are accessible to people with disabilities upon request by January 1, 2015.

  • Star Motors of Ottawa will post their processes and policies on access for the disabled on their website and will provide a written copy upon request.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to make sure all publicly available information is made accessible upon request by January 1, 2016.

  • AODA policies and procedures will be available on the corporate website for all to review.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to make all websites and content conform with WCAG 2.0, Level AA by January 1, 2021.

  • Work with web developer and /or web design company to conform to the new standards.

Employment

Star Motors of Ottawa is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

We will take the following steps to notify the public and staff that, when requested, will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired.

  • All employment ads will state that people with disabilities will be accommodated during the recruitment and interview process.

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to develop and put in place a process for developing individual accommodation plans and return-to-work policies for employees that have been absent due to a disability.

  • Discuss limitation with the individual affected
  • Discuss accommodation requirements with appropriate medical professionals
  • Make any necessary changes that are cost effective to accommodate the employees with disabilities, permanent or temporary.

We will take the following steps to ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account if is using performance management, career development and redeployment processes.

  • Reviews will be based on performance of the job and not focused on the individuals disability
  • Promotions will be based on merit and not whether that employee has a disability of limitation

Star Motors of Ottawa will take the following steps to prevent and remove other accessibility barriers identified.

For More Information

For more information on this accessibility plan, please contact Yves Laberge at:

Phone: 613-737-7827

Email: ylaberge@starmotors.ca

Accessible formats of this document are available free upon request at the Star Motors of Ottawa reception desk.


Forced Labour and Child Labour Report

Star Motors of Ottawa is committed to doing business ethically and seeks to minimize and eliminate the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain and in our organization. In accordance with the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act, (the Act), Star Motors of Ottawa is pleased to present its forced labour and child labour report.

This Report outlines the efforts and actions Star Motors of Ottawa has taken over the reporting period in its approach to identify and understand the risk of forced labour and child labour in its operations and supply chain and to strengthen its controls to reduce and mitigate these risks.

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1 If the vehicle is identified as new: Figure shown reflects an estimate of the amount that you can expect to pay in Canadian dollars and is: (i) based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP); and (ii) includes freight, PDI, levies, duties and dealer charges. Taxes are excluded (unless you select otherwise). Licence, insurance, and registration fees are also excluded. Environmental or related levies and taxes vary by jurisdiction. Actual selling price and other terms are set by the dealer. Dealer may sell for less. See below for further details.

If the vehicle is identified as a ""certified pre-owned"", ""CPO"", or used: Figure shown reflects an estimate of the amount that you can expect to pay in Canadian dollars and includes all options and/or equipment built with the vehicle, as well as dealer charges. Taxes, licence, insurance, and registration fees are excluded. Actual selling price and other terms are set by the dealer. Dealer may sell for less. See below for further details.

Photos for illustration purposes only, and may not reflect exact vehicle (including vehicle colour, trim, options, or other specifications). Some vehicles may be shown with optional equipment or equipment not available in Canada. Specifications, equipment, options and prices are subject to change without notice. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for verification or if you would like more information on this vehicle. "Volkswagen," the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license.

2 This payment estimator is a tool to assist you to estimate your scheduled payments. We do not make any representation or warranties as to your actual amounts. Figures shown reflect an estimate of the amount that you can expect to pay in Canadian dollars based on: (i) entering into a lease agreement or a credit agreement (as applicable) with Volkswagen Financial Services; and (ii) the stated APR, term, number of periodic payments, and kilometre allowance (as applicable). Payment estimates do not include: (i) taxes (unless you select otherwise); or (ii) to the extent applicable, any excess wear and tear, late fees, or other similar fees or charges that may apply. Actual selling price, leasing / financing rates and other terms are set by the dealer and Volkswagen Financial Services, as applicable. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Leasing and financing is subject to credit approval by Volkswagen Financial Services. Leasing / financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Lease example: Lease a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRP of $29,795 plus $1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council, $499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $132.83. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $540 and first monthly payment are due at lease inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. Kilometre allowance of 16,000/year; charge of $0.15/km for excess kilometres. The total lease obligation in this example is $14,405.65 (excluding taxes and any excess wear and tear, late fees, or other similar fees or charges that may apply). Finance example: Finance a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRPof $29,795 plus $1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council, $499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax, and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $314.97. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. The total financing obligation in this example is $32,756.88 (excluding taxes). Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details (including actual payment information). Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time. ?Volkswagen,? the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license.

3 Financing offers available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, on select: (i) new and unregistered Volkswagen models; (ii) "certified pre-owned" used Volkswagen vehicles; and (iii) other used vehicles. Financing example: Finance a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRP of $29,795 plus $1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council, $499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $314.97. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra.The total financing obligation in this example is $32,756.88 (excluding taxes). Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details.

Lease offers available through Volkswagen Financial Service, on approved credit, on select: (i) new and unregistered Volkswagen models; and (ii) ""certified pre-owned"" Volkswagen vehicles. Lease example: Lease a 2021 Tiguan 2.0T Trendline FWD with 8-speed automatic transmission, at an MSRP of $29,795 plus $1,950 freight and PDI, $10 fee for applicable provincial Motor Vehicle Industry Council, $499 dealer fees, $20 Tire Tax and $100 a/c levy at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $132.83. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $540 and first monthly payment are due at lease inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. Kilometre allowance of 16,000/year; charge of $0.15/km for excess kilometres. The total lease obligation in this example is $14,405.65 (excluding taxes and any excess wear and tear, late fees, or other similar fees or charges that may apply). Dealer may sell or lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Leasing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time. "Volkswagen," the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license.

4 Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration.

5 Financing offers available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, on select prepaid maintenance plans in connection with the financing of select: (i) new and unregistered Volkswagen models; (ii) "certified pre-owned" used Volkswagen vehicles; and (iii) other used vehicles. Additional terms and conditions apply. Refer to actual contract or contact a Volkswagen dealer for complete details of coverage and exclusions. Financing example: Finance a prepaid plan at an MSRP of $1,675 at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $16.27. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. The total financing obligation in this example is $1,692.08 (excluding taxes). Dealer may sell for less. Financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time.

6 Financing offers available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, on select accessories in connection with the financing of new and unregistered Volkswagen models. Taxes, shipping, installation are excluded. Proper installation required. Professional installation may be recommended. See owner's literature and Volkswagen dealer for details. Financing example: Finance an accessory at an MSRP of $215 at 0.99% APR for 24 months with 104 weekly payments of $2.09. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, security deposit of $510 and first monthly payment are due at finance inception. Dealer charges are included. PPSA, licence, insurance, and registration charges, and applicable taxes are extra. The total financing obligation in this example is $217.06 (excluding taxes). Dealer may sell for less. Financing rates, payments, prices, figures, options, offers, terms and other information may, subject to applicable law, be changed or cancelled at any time without notice. Conditions apply. Please contact your Volkswagen dealer for details. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on this website is accurate, Volkswagen Canada, its dealers, and Volkswagen Financial Services are not responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur from time to time.

7 This is the down payment that you anticipate paying in connection with the purchase of the vehicle.

13 This means the duration (in months) of your selected protection plan.

15 This means the maximum number kilometres that your selected protection plan will cover.

16 Certifed Pre-Owned Volkswagen vehicles undergo a comprehensive 112-point inspection. If something needs replacing, only genuine Volkswagen Original Parts are used. Every Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned vehicle is covered by our Assurance Program. If the vehicle is within 5 model years or newer and less than 120,000 KMs, you can upgrade to the Premium Assurance program.

21 Depending on the province in which you live, you may be eligible to receive incentives. These include, but are not limited, to up to $4,000* from British Columbia's Go Electric BC Program (available on the ID.4 base trim only) or as much as $4,000 from Quebec's Roulez Vert program. The QC government has recently announced that the program will be suspended as of Feb. 1, 2025. See About the Roulez vert Program for details. The Roulez Vert program also offers an additional rebate of $600 with the purchase of the Volkswagen 2-in-1 Charging Cable. If you live in BC in a single-family home, row home, or duplex, you could receive a rebate* of up to 50% of the purchase and installation costs of an eligible Level 2 EV charger, to a maximum of $350.◊◊

◊◊ Volkswagen Canada does not administer the incentives and is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the incentive programs. Incentive information is provided for informational purposes only and Volkswagen Canada makes no representations or warranties about the actual amounts or eligibility. Information about the incentives is based on the most current information provided by the applicable government agencies, but could change in the future. The amount of the incentive, terms and conditions of the incentive, and any eligibility or application requirements vary by province. As of January 13, 2025, the federal government has paused the Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program. See Question and answers for details. *BC's EV incentive amount is prorated based on annual income and only available to those earning <$100,000 with the full amount available to those earning <$80,000. BC's EV charger rebate has different eligibility criteria. Conditions apply. See your dealer for more details or contact the provincial or federal administrator.

Limited time finance offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2024 ID.4 Electric ID.4 PRO S AWD base with single-speed transmission having a starting price of $58,299.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,100 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $13 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payment. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Finance example: 60-month term at 0.00% APR equals a weekly payment of $225, after application of $10,000 credit. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in due at signing. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $58,299. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. Offers end January 31, 2025 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

$10,000 cash bonus available to be applied as a discount off MSRP, before taxes, on cash purchase, finance or lease (through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit) of new and unregistered 2024 ID.4 models