Change the Conversation: AIA Canada hosts 2024 National Conference, with emphasis on industry-wide conversation
Toronto, Ontario — The automotive aftermarket is on the brink of greatness—that was one of the key messages and takeaways from the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s National Conference on Wednesday. But, before we get there, some serious industry-wide conversations need to happen. AIA Canada hosted its annual event in Mississauga, Ont., this week, beginning […]
ADAS Acceleration: ADAS module added to hybrid and electric vehicle training at St. Lawrence College
Cornwall, Ontario — A new training module that’s part of a newly expanded automotive trades training program for hybrids and electric vehicles is continuing to be developed at St. Lawrence College in Cornwall, Ont. ADAS training and a module helping technicians deliver this knowledge to apprentices were among the new areas of study announced in […]
Leading the Way: Québec tables Right to Repair bill
Québec City, Québec — A new bill tabled in Québec on Thursday aims to amend the Consumer Protection Act to protect consumers from planned obsolescence and promote the durability, repairability and maintenance for goods in the province. If passed, Québec would be the first Canadian province—and one of few regions in North America—protecting the consumer […]
Reflect and Report: AIA Canada releases 2022 annual report
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) released its 2022 annual report on Monday, bearing with it a slew of new research on the year ahead, as well as a reflection on the one just passed. “While 2022 began with some lingering headwinds in a few provinces, once spring hit, it was […]
Early Bird Discount: Registration open for AIA Canada Quebec Division golf tournament
Longueuil, Quebec – The Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada’s Quebec Division has opened registration for its long awaited summer tournament, with early bird registration for dinner and the tournament starting at $225 until April 28. This tournament will take place at the Golf Parcours du Cerf à Longueuil in Longueuil, Que, on June, 1. […]
Clubs Out: AIA Canada hosting two golf tournaments in coming summer
Toronto, Ontario – The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has announced two golf tournaments, promising a summer full of golf, good food, networking and fundraising. AIA Canada’s Quebec Division is hosting a golf tournament on June 1 at the Golf Parcours du Cerf à Longueuil in Longueuil, Que. AIA Canada’s Alberta Division is […]
United Notions: AIA Canada and 19 international groups join global vehicle right to repair movement
Ottawa, Ontario — On Wednesday, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) released a statement pledging its commitment to the global right to repair movement. Nineteen other groups, including the American Auto Care Association, have followed suit, presenting a list of ten principles they believe should guide right to repair legislation around the world. […]
Deadline Looming: Nominations for AIA Canada’s 2023 Young Leader of the Year Award close in 14 days
Toronto, Ontario – Time to nominate someone for AIA Canada’s 2023 Young Leader of the Year Award is running out, with an AIA announcement warning that the deadline of March 13, 2023, is only a few weeks away. According to AIA Canada, the Young Professionals in the Aftermarket Committee presents the Young Leader of the […]
Building a Board: AIA Canada seeks nominations for board of directors
Ottawa, Ontario — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) is seeking applications for its Board of Directors. Applications are due March 3, 2023. Directors generally serve a two-year term and must be able to attend two or three board meetings each year and be available for two or three conference calls per year. The […]
Welcome Aboard: Stuart Klein named senior director of collision at AIA Canada
Toronto, Ontario – The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has appointed Stuart Klein as the organization’s senior director of collision, a newly created position. According to AIA Canada, he will join the association’s senior leadership team, directing AIA Canada’s efforts in the collision sector of the industry. Klein brings more than 45 years […]
