CompaniesCanadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)Company OverviewContactAbout Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)Latest from Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)HomeA SUMMER OF SYNERGYThe power of sharing ideas and finding common ground By DARRYL SIMMONS As we dive into the vibrant season of network conferences, golf events and training sessions, it’s a perfect moment to reflect on the importance of sharing ideas and finding common ground. In the collision repair industry, we all face unique challenges daily—but it’s […]June 18, 2024HomeREINVENTING THE WHEELIt may not be that drastic, but it’s time to talk By ALLISON ROGERS Anyone who has spent more than a day working in the collision repair industry knows how complex it can be. Heck, less than a day in a shop could have a newcomer’s head spinning. Some bystanders probably get stressed just hearing […]February 15, 2024HomeIN THIS TOGETHERCanadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)From left to right: Mark Millson, Excellence Collision; Jeff Pabst, Pfaff Autoworks; Chris Castanga, BMW; Scott Wideman, Volkswagen; John Evers, Porsche; and Paul Stella, Toyota. Attendees of CCCR’s first-ever in-person gathering agree that collaboration is the key to change Story by DARRYL SIMMONS Common challenges need common solutions—this was the key message at the first […]February 14, 2024HomeIT STARTS WITH YOUFirst-ever Canadian Council of Collision Repairers meeting sets the foundation for collaborative industry change By DARRYL SIMMONS In early January, I had the privilege of attending the historic first in-person meeting of the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) at Pfaff Autoworks in Markham, Ontario. If you’ve yet to hear about it, trust me when […]February 12, 2024Collision RepairCCCR presents Time Study results at in-person event; videoToronto, Ontario — At its recent in-person meeting, the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) highlighted findings from a Time Study initiated last fall, focusing on the administrative burdens within facilities and their effects on overall operations. “At the heart of this study, we wanted to open [our] eyes to see where the real value […]February 5, 2024EventsDriving Change: CCCR meeting emphasizes critical role of safe repairsMarkham, Ontario — Common challenges need common solutions— this was the key message at this past weekend’s first in-person meeting of the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) in Markham, ON at Pfaff Autoworks. During the day-long meeting, this significant gathering of more than 50 shop owners and managers, alongside several key OEM representatives, candidly […]January 12, 2024Collision RepairCanadian Council of Collision Repairers to host first in-person meeting for shopowners and managers on Jan. 13, 2024Markham, Ontario — The Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) will host its first in-person meeting on January 13, 2024, at Pfaff Autoworks, 189 Bullock Dr., in Markham, Ontario starting at 10 a.m. This meeting is limited to participation from shop owners and managers. To attend, you will need a business card with your name on […]December 27, 2023Collision RepairCCCR In-Person Meeting: January 13, 2024, Markham ONCanadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)Highlights of the tentative agenda: Following Procedures:The “cost” of not following established proper guidelines and processes. How education and documentation can help overcome objections. CCCR Collision Shop Wins!Members review the positive changes to their business in 2023. CCCR Administrative Time Study:Results of the in-house study and best practices from across the country.Open Mic:What keeps you awake at night? It’s time to tell your stories, voice your concerns and share your ideas to support positive change in our Industry.December 15, 2023HomePROGRESS, PROMISE AND PROSPERITYWith a commitment to training and embracing safe repairs, Canada’s collision repair industry is poised for a great new year! By DARRYL SIMMONS As we make our way through the holiday season, it’s the perfect time to take a breather and reflect on the year that was and the one quickly approaching. This period is […]December 15, 2023Collision RepairSpotted at SEMA: Day 2 at SEMALas Vegas, Nevada — Day 2 of the 2023 SEMA Show was one for the books, with thousands of attendees flocking the Las Vegas Convention Centre for the aftermarket’s industry week. Highlights from Wednesday included the Global Media Awards, where Collision Repair magazine editor Allison Rogers served as a judge to select ten products with […]November 1, 2023Trade ShowsMeeting Matters: Canadian Council of Collision Repairers emphasizes collaboration at SEMALas Vegas, Nevada — More than two dozen members of the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) held an informal Meet & Greet event at SEMA, where they emphasized the value of in-person meetings compared to virtual ones. During the event, CCCR members discussed their mission, which focuses on promoting professional standards in the Canadian […]November 1, 2023HomeMEETING MINUTESCanadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)CCCR discusses time study and in-person meeting The Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) recently held a virtual meeting discussing the group’s ongoing time study, its plans for the first in-person meeting, and nationwide profitability. The CCCR is a group of collision repairers working together to improve their businesses and the entire collision repair ecosystem. […]July 31, 2023Collision RepairALL FOR THE INDUSTRYCanadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR)CCCR Inaugural meeting promotes professional standards and collaboration The CCCR’s first action topic was selected after a recent council member’s survey that prioritized three top issues facing the Canadian collision repair industry: unpaid administrative time, material costs and repair versus replace. The Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) held its inaugural meeting on February 16, […]April 6, 2023HomeREV IT UPLet’s accelerate the CCCR Column by TOM BISSONNETTE I have never considered myself to be the smartest person in the world of business, trust me, I have made my fair share of mistakes along the way. One thing I have always done is to show up at industry events and learn from other shop owners. […]April 6, 2023Collision RepairFirst Action: Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) announces time study survey addressing unpaid administrative time issueToronto, Ontario — The Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR) will focus on addressing the issue of unpaid administrative time by conducting a comprehensive time study among its members. The study will be conducted as a result of the council’s recent member survey which prioritized the top three issues facing the Canadian collision repair industry: […]March 17, 2023
