Local Legend: Southern B.C. business starts fundraiser to save iconic pink car
Chilliwack, British Columbia — Drivers in southern B.C. may be familiar with a certain pink car perched atop the headquarters of a Chilliwack irrigation company—well, it would seem that unless the community can rally together, the famous pink car may be headed to the crusher. The pink sedan has been tasting fresh mountain air from […]
Extended Holiday: Five gifts of $5,000 given to Driven Brands customers in debut holiday campaign
Toronto, Ontario — Proving that the spirit of the holidays does not need to be confined to December, five lucky customers have received a gift of $5,000 from their local Driven Brands business, as part of the company’s inaugural “Drive Home for the Holidays” campaign. This newly launched initiative from Driven Brands encourages franchise owners […]
A Fresh Perspective: Registration open for Toyota Canada ‘Dream Car Art Contest’
Toronto, Ontario — Sometimes the best ideas come from the minds of children; Toyota Canada knows this well and is proud to announce that entries are now being accepted for the 2023 “Dream Car Art Contest,” open for children 15 and under. The annual community contest put on by Toyota Canada encourages kids to get […]
Neighbourhood Heroes: Mazda Canada sets aside $600,000 to gift to local community leaders
Toronto, Ontario — Canadian Mazda dealers are being empowered to give a gift back to individuals in their area this holiday season, as the OEM’s Canadian division announced that it has earmarked $600,000 for dealers to award to “Local Community Legends.” Thus far, 183 individuals have had this honour bestowed upon them for reasons pertaining […]
Passing the Torch: CSN, Lift Group to carry on charitable traditions of former B.C. owner
Kelowna, British Columbia — When Lift Auto Group brings a new shop into its fold, it does not simply come with four walls, a ceiling and some equipment, but with a promise that the legacy of its former owner will live on; to that end, Methal Abougoush can rest assured that his annual Father’s Day […]
Supporting Survivors: SATA coupe built by childhood cancer survivors sold for $137,500
Tennessee, United States — This past weekend, the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer auctioned a custom Gen 3 Factory Five Type 65 Coupe for a remarkable $137,500. According to a press release from the Austin Hatcher Foundation, automotive therapy is one of the services provided at no cost to families facing pediatric cancer. This […]
Eyes Peeled: London police seek assistance in identifying Sept. 18 fatal hit-and-run driver
London, Ontario — London police are calling on the community and local auto body shops to keep their eyes peeled for a vehicle that has been linked to a September hit-and-run incident that took the life of 29-year-old Fanshawe College student Jibin Benoy. According to London Police, and the CBC, witnesses claim there were multiple […]
From their Family, to Yours: CARSTAR Newmarket cystic fibrosis charity car wash happening Sat.
Newmarket, Ontario — Come for the car wash, stay for the giveaway of rare stuffed animals, as CARSTAR Newmarket gears up to host its annual charity car wash to support cystic fibrosis research, back Saturday after a three-year COVID-induced hiatus. Owner and finance director of CARSTAR Newmarket, Romena Deokinandan says she is thrilled to be […]
A New Field: SkillsTrader partners with Nike Canada to run youth flag football camp
Calgary, Alberta — SkillsTrader has scored a touchdown through a new partnership with Nike Canada that will get young people out on the field for a flag football tournament. Seeing a bridge between the physical and team skills that come with playing youth sports and those that can be uncovered in a skilled trade, SkillsTrader […]
Big Night Out: CARSTAR donates $25K to St. Joseph’s Healthcare at OHL Outdoor Showcase
Hamilton, Ontario — CARSTAR found a way to make a special event a little bit more special, presenting a $25,000 donation to the St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation at Monday night’s OHL Outdoor Showcase game at Hamilton, Ont.’s Tim Horton’s Field. To cap off a shutout 3-0 win from the hometown Hamilton Bulldogs over the Oshawa […]
