Setting Up For Skills: Skills Alberta competition seeking volunteers
Edmonton, Alberta — Stefano Liessi, Training and Curriculum Coordinator Color Compass University, has announced on LinkedIn that he is looking for volunteers to help with the Skills Alberta trades competition. The competition is set to take place May 6th to 10th at the Edmonton Expo Centre, in which approximately 700 youth from across the province […]
Distribution Contribution: ProSpot names Color Compass as 2023 Distributor of the Year
Toronto, Ontario — ProSpot International has recognized Color Compass as its 2023 Canada Distributor of the Year. ProSpot International noted that Color Compass received this award as a result of aiding in refocused efforts in bringing equipment solutions to customers. A focus on mobile weld stations, rivet and bonding stations, along with an emphasis on […]
Liessi’s Lessons: SAAR and Color Compass announce upcoming repair planning and estimating session
Regina, Saskatchewan — SAAR Saskatoon and Regina have announced an upcoming skill development session to support repair planning and estimating training. In partnership with Color Compass, Stefano Liessi—Color Compass’s new training and curriculum coordinator—will offer his expertise in damage assessment following OEM repair procedures. In a LinkedIn post made by Color Compass, the company said […]
Expanding Hue-rizons: Color Compass University kicks off with outer panel repair specialist course
Toronto, Ontario – Color Compass announced that it has successfully kicked off module one of the outer panel repair specialist (OPRS) course with Betag North America. The program—which features locations in key cities all across North America—offers insights on topics such as how to be appropriately staffed for your business partnerships and work mix; how to […]
Supporting the Cause: Color Compass donates $5,000 to BC Wildfire initiatives
Kelowna, British Columbia — Color Compass has donated $5,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Fires Appeal and the United Way for BC Wildfire Recovery, the jobber announced via a LinkedIn post last Thursday. “It’s truly inspiring to see the dedication to making a difference in the face of such important challenges in the BC Wildfire […]
Combat for a Cause: Date set for annual Treschak axe throwing tournament supporting local legion
Fonthill, Ontario — It’s nearly that time of year when Jamie Treschak of Treschak Enterprises brings together his community of Fonthill together for a day of barbecue, prizes, and most importantly—throwing axes. As a dual-threat aftermarket expert and stage combat instructor, Treschak knows exactly how to rally a group around a cause, as he gears […]
Winner Winner: PBE Distributors gifts SATA-donated spray gun at annual trade show
Toronto, Ontario — Jeff Yonin of Jeff’s Restorations was the lucky winner of a brand-new jetBLACK SATAjet 1500 B SoLV at the PBE Distributors trade show last week, where more than 60 exhibitors gathered to witness the latest and greatest tools the industry has to offer. Joern Stoever, interim general manager for SATA Canada, drew […]
In Memoriam: Randy Sarchuk, 1960-2022
Regina, Saskatchewan — Randall “Randy” Sarchuk, automotive painter and former paint rep for Reineking Paint and Color Compass, has died. Randy’s family announced his untimely passing last Friday; he died on March 12, 2022, at 61 years old. Randy was a longtime member of the automotive aftermarket and a familiar face to collision repairers in […]
Color Compass acquires WD Co-Auto’s PBE Division
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — March 4, 2019 –- Color Compass Corporation, a paint, body, and equipment distributor in Western Canada has acquired WD Co-Auto’s Paint, Body, and Equipment sales division. WD Co-Auto’s PBE Division is based in Edmonton, Alberta and serves more than 80 independent and member-dealer bodyshop customers across British Columbia, Alberta, […]
CRASH IT tournament raises over $2,000 for charity
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario – July 23, 2018 –-Over $2,000 was raised towards Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids thanks to proceeds from the Calgary Regional Appraisers Southern Hospitality Invitational Tournament (CRASH IT). The event, which was held at the Hamptons Golf & Country club, celebrated its 16 year with 120 golfers attending. […]
