Mission Statement
The Historical Construction Equipment Association of Canada exists to preserve, restore, and showcase Canadian construction history through antique machinery, memorabilia, and educational demonstrations. The organization works to ensure current and future generations understand the crucial role of construction equipment and the people who built Canada from Confederation onward. Volunteers and members focus on the restoration and operation of vintage road construction and excavation equipment while also collecting related trade literature and memorabilia for public learning.

Geographic Focus
The association is based in Ontario and primarily operates in partnership with the Simcoe County Museum, located near Barrie, Ontario. Most major public events and exhibitions take place at this museum, attracting visitors and participants from across the province. While the organization’s 350-plus members are spread across Canada, the United States, and Europe, its core activities, exhibitions, and partnerships are focused within Ontario. Occasional participation in larger off-site shows and national exhibitions extends its influence regionally and sometimes nationally.

Program Highlights
The association organizes two major public events every year, presenting their unique collection of vintage road construction and excavation equipment, with some pieces over 100 years old. As a community heritage partner with the Simcoe County Museum, HCEA Canada curates an extensive collection, maintains a digitized archive of equipment manuals and historical materials, and operates an onsite library for research and education. Volunteers and members regularly restore and demonstrate working equipment, host displays at regional shows, and engage the public in hands-on historical experiences. Special projects have included multi-year restoration efforts, such as the rebuilding of a 1929 Adams #10 Grader and ongoing efforts to document the history of Canadian construction equipment manufacturers.