Skills for Paying Bills: Skilled Trade and Technology Week starts in Saskatchewan
Regina, Saskatchewan — Sunday marks the beginning of Skilled Trade and Technology Week in Saskatchewan, and the provincial government is hoping it can steer some young talent toward our underserved trades industries. The province is encouraging schools to bring in apprentices and tradespeople to present to students on the many fulfilling career opportunities that exist […]
It Takes a Village: N.L. bodyshop bands together to fix up car for 18-year-old tech
Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland — The best bodyshops can become like an extended family to their employees and CSN Precision Collision Automotive is no exception, as the team at the Grand Falls-Windsor, N.L. bodyshop banded together to give a very special gift to a young technician. Eighteen-year-old Logan LeDrew started working at the shop in 2019 […]
Training Treatise: Dave Luehr talks training and skills development with I-CAR experts
Toronto, Ontario — Accredited collision repairers are becoming a rare breed these days, but detective Dave Luehr is on the case, tracking down where shops can find new talent and how to refine the skills of the staff they already have. Luehr was joined in his latest webinar by Tom McFinch and Terry Ticel from […]
Wish List: What the federal candidates are promising the auto industry in 2021
Toronto, Ontario — Election day is already only a few weeks out and Collision Repair wanted to make sure its readers are up to date on what the key federal candidates are promising for the Canadian automotive industry. Canadians have a big decision to make–and even less time than usual to make it. That’s why […]
Assuring Success: Assured Automotive creates awards at Centennial, Fanshawe College for graduating techs
Mississauga, Ontario — If you are an independent, a multi-shop owner or a member of a repair network, securing young talent for the future of our industry is of your concern. This is an industry-wide issue. That is why Assured Automotive is taking a grassroots approach to the issue, creating scholarships to support truly passionate […]
For the Future: Advance Auto Parts commits $250K to college auto programs
Raleigh, North Carolina — In an effort to pave the way for the next generation of collision repairers, Advance Auto Parts has agreed to a $250,000 commitment to provide equipment for Wake Tech Community College’s automotive programs. In the company’s press release, Advance said that they tapped into partnerships with Communities In Schools, Juntos (NC […]
A Different Field: CFL Alumni Association partner with Sask. Polytech for benefit program
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The Canadian Football League Alumni Association (CFLAA) and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have entered into what they are calling a “game-changing partnership.” This collaboration between the two organizations will see CFLAA members and their spouses given access to Sask. Polytech’s School of Continuing Education, to help players and their families prepare for life post-football. […]
Group Huddle: AIA Canada calls on public for feedback in trades consultations with Ont. gov.
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Industry Association of Canada (AIA) is calling on the public to provide feedback and directly get involved with ongoing consultations with the Ontario government on the province’s apprenticeship and skilled trades system. AIA is currently preparing to enter Phase 2 of talks with the government to “modernize” skilled trades in […]
See for Yourself: Skills Ontario Competition and Career Exploration Showcase a go for next Wednesday
Toronto, Ontario — Just in time for graduation season, Skills Ontario will be hosting its annual skills competition and Career Exploration Showcase in a virtual format, next Wednesday. Geared toward high school, post-secondary and apprentices alike, the event is completely free and is set to run from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, making for […]
Yes you Tropi-can-a: Last days to apply for Tropicana pre-apprenticeship program
Toronto, Ontario — This weekend is your last chance to sign up for the Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer pre-apprenticeship program, offered by Tropicana Community Services. With registration set to close on Monday, Tropicana is sending out a last call for individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 to sign up for this […]
