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 […]
A Second Life, Saving Lives: Toronto donates emergency, fleet vehicles to aid Ukrainian relief effort
Toronto, Ontario — As the war in Ukraine entered its sixth month last week, every little bit of aid to the country effort counts for something, with the city of Toronto announcing last Friday that it will donate four end-of-life vehicles from its fleet, including two emergency response vehicles, to assist the civilian relief effort. […]
Gimme Five: AIA High Fives for Kids Chairman’s Challenge on track to surpass 2021 total
Toronto, Ontario — The AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation Chairman’s Challenge is on track to beat out the total raised last year, as organizers announced Tuesday that the annual charity drive has already brought in $21,000. In 2021, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) generated a total of $30,000 to support child and […]
The Most Important Bosses: CARSTAR gives back to Halifax school teacher for Teacher Appreciation Week
Halifax, Nova Scotia — In honour of those who can never be afforded enough praise in our society, CARSTAR has recognized Louise Greeley of Grosvenor-Wentworth Park Elementary School in Halifax, N.S. for national Teacher Appreciation Week. As a reward for the impact that many former students have attributed to Greeley on their lives, CARSTAR decided […]
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 […]
For the Kids: Hyundai Canada donates $100,000 to youth homelessness charity
Toronto, Ontario — Hyundai Canada has announced that more than 40 of its dealerships from across the country have come together to donate more than $100,000 to 360º kids, an organization that provides aid to homeless and at-risk youth. Blowing well past its initial goal of $75,000, Hyundai Canada’s donation was made in support of […]
Team Toyota: B.C. Toyota dealers donate $36,750 to Red Cross flood relief
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota’s B.C. Dealers Association played a big part in helping their neighbours get back on their feet following November’s severe rainfall, contributing to a combined donation of $151,750 to Canadian Red Cross and its British Columbia Floods and Extreme Weather Appeal. The donation was put towards food and lodging for those affected […]
Chevy’s Reindeer: Convoy of Silverados delivers $160K in gifts to Durham Children’s Aid Foundation
Oshawa, Ontario — The Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) near Toronto was treated to a procession of presents just in time for the holidays, courtesy of General Motors Canada and its dealers. Packed full of toys and gifts for kids in the Durham region, the load carried by a convoy of Oshawa-built Chevrolet Silverado pickups […]
Stache for Cash: St. Claude Autobody raises more than $2,600 for Movember Foundation
St. Claude, Manitoba — A small town bodyshop in Manitoba came to play in a big way for Movember this year, raising more than $2,600 in support of men’s health research and warming their upper lips all at once. In all, St. Claude Autobody, of the eponymous town an hour west of Winnipeg, raised $2,640 […]
Shining Star: CARSTAR donates $10,000 to Red Cross B.C. flood relief fund
Toronto, Ontario — As British Columbians rebuild after an onslaught of rain and flooding earlier this month, CARSTAR is lending a hand by donating $10,000 to the Canadian Red Cross’ flood relief efforts. “Being a part of the community since 2013, we know how deeply rooted our franchise family is in their regions and we […]
