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Seen at SAAR’s Spring Conference: Sask. association covers current collision trends at annual event

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan — The Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) hosted its annual spring conference at the Temple Gardens in Moose Jaw last weekend, where industry participants gathered to discuss everything from future technology to how to effectively say no in a workplace. The event kicked off on Friday, March 1 with an Advanced […]

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A Winning Lineup: WIN announces speakers and program for 2024 ‘Dream Out Loud’ conference

Toronto, Ontario — The Women’s Industry Network (WIN) has announced the full speaker and program lineup for its annual 2024 conference. The Dream Out Loud-themed conference will take place May 6 through 8 at the Hyatt Regency in Newport Beach, California and will aim to celebrate women in the industry by raising funds for collision […]

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Crash It: Mark your calendars for the 2024 Crash It golf tourney

Calgary, Alberta — Emile Fremont, one of the industry’s organizers behind the annual Crash It charity golf tournament, has announced the date for this year’s always-anticipated event. On Thursday, August 22, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., members of the auto collision and insurance industry will gather at the Blue Devil Golf Club for a […]

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Meet Me in the Meadowlands: One month until the Northeast 2024 trade show and convention in New Jersey

Secaucus, New Jersey — Registration is open for the Northeast 2024 trade show and convention presented by the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) and New Jersey repairers. According to event details released by the AASP, this year’s event aims to celebrate over 40 years of auto repair education, technology, equipment and innovation, and has […]

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30 Years Strong: CARSTAR Canada celebrates anniversary

Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR Canada has announced that it is celebrating its 30th year of Canadian business. CARSTAR Canada was first brought to Canada in 1994 with the opening of its first business in Hamilton, Ontario. “CARSTAR has become an institution across the country because it’s core is rooted in community and we are committed […]

Collision Repair

Breaking Boundaries: BMW’s CCRC Conference of the Americas sets vision for the future; expands parts restrictions to Canada

By Darryl Simmons Palm Springs, California — BMW Certified Collision Repair Centres (CCRC) conference, titled “Breaking Boundaries” recently wrapped up in Palm Springs, highlighting the network’s ongoing advancements and the collective drive towards excellence in automotive repair. The event was marked by insightful contributions from industry experts, including a notable presentation by renowned industry expert […]

A Trip Across the Pond: OARA announces 2024 auto recycling trip to England

Toronto, Ontario — The Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) has announced a proposed itinerary for a trip to England to sightsee and visit English automotive recyclers. The initial itinerary notes that the trip—taking place June 15 to 23—is a “cross the pond learning opportunity to see how (England) processes vehicles, prepares for electrification, and to […]

Get Connected Today: International Roundtable on Automotive Recycling to meet for virtual webinar

Toronto, Ontario — The International Roundtable on Automotive Recycling’s (IRC) first online meeting is scheduled for today, February 15, at 10 am EST. While the meeting was originally scheduled to be in person, the global pandemic has limited travel options for some attendees. However, Steve Fletcher notes that “the very intent of the IRT—to collaborate […]

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

REBECCA FYFE, CERTIFIED COLLISION GROUP Certified Collision Group (CCG) announced its foray into the Canadian market this past December, also revealing its Vice-President of Sales, Canada as Rebecca Fyfe, a 15-year veteran in the Canadian collision repair industry region. On Fyfe’s appointment, Chris Chase, COO of CCG said, “Our affiliates in Canada deserve only the […]

Canadians in Cali: BMW hosts second Certified Collision Repair Centre Conference of the Americas in Palm Springs

California, United States — BMW Group is hosting its Certified Collision Repair Centres from Canada, the U.S. and Mexico this week in Palm Springs, California. Plenty of Canadians have made the trek down to sunny California for the event, where BMW has plenty planned for the week. Plus, there’s rumoured to be some special news […]

Building Up the Bay: Tech veteran John Young joins CrashBay as new CFO and advisory board member

Toronto, Ontario — CrashBay recently announced the appointment of John Young as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Advisory Board member. In a press release, CrashBay noted that “Young, a seasoned cross-functional Tech & Startup Executive, brings over 25 years of experience, driving 12 successful exits, multiple acquisitions, and raising over $235M in capital. […]

Recruitment Feedback Requested: Ministry of Ontario seeks advice regarding 2024 Level Up! skilled trades fair series

Toronto, Ontario — The Ministry of Ontario is seeking feedback from the industry regarding its 2024 series of Level Up! skilled trades fairs for local youth. Given the success of last year’s events, the ministry is considering increasing the number of stops on the Level Up! tour, with the potential to stop in double as […]

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