85 YEARS OF ENDURANCE
Photos by/par Sarah Perkins Having been in the automotive recycling industry for 85 years, the team of Woodbeck Auto Parts knows more than a little about the sense of dedication and endurance required to achieve success in an ever-changing field. PAST PROGRESS First founded by Burton Woodbeck in 1939, the business has weathered its fair […]
SALUTING STEVE FLETCHER
OARA Executive Director, ARC Managing Director and all-around industry whiz Describing Steve Fletcher’s impact on the automotive recycling industry might seem straightforward, especially considering the significant transformation the sector has undergone since he joined the industry more than 30 years ago. Upon closer reflection, it becomes clear that Steve Fletcher’s contributions to the automotive recycling […]
BREAKING THE MOLD
The rise of J.S. Truckmart Story by/par Allison Rogers Businesses can be formed in a variety of ways. In the auto recycling industry, many professionals are part of a rich legacy, family businesses that have been passed down two, three or even four generations. Though not every journey in this sector follows this path; JS […]
News
CLOSING THE LOOP In June, Lithion Technologies (Lithion) announced the completion of construction of its first commercial critical minerals extraction plant, Lithion Saint-Bruno, located in St-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec. Lithion is now in the commissioning phase to ensure that its processes operate safely and efficiently. The plant will extract the critical mineral concentrate, a black mass composed […]
MEET MAT
A Q&A with new OARA Executive Director, Mathieu Dagonas Story by/par Allison Rogers After an exhaustive search for a new Executive Director upon Steve Fletcher’s departure, the Ontario Association of Automotive Recyclers (OARA) has selected Mathieu P. Dagonas as its next executive director. With Dagonas’ assumption of the role of Executive Director of OARA, Steve […]
UPDATES FROM REGIONAL RECYCLING ASSOCIATIONS ACROSS CANADA
BRITISH COLUMBIA AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLERS (B-CAR) ara.bc.ca/b-c-auto-recyclers-division The year 2024 was active for the BC Auto Recyclers (BCAR), a division of the Automotive Retailers Association (ARA). In 2023, the ARA officially assumed oversight and management of British Columbia’s environmental audit program for vehicle dismantlers. This annual audit is a legal requirement for recyclers in the province […]
CELEBRATING PROGRESS
Honouring Steve Fletcher’s legacy as he transitions from leadership By Dalbert Livingstone, Chairman, Automotive Recyclers of Canada Congratulations on the publication of the 19th issue of the Canadian Auto Recyclers Magazine! This magazine has chronicled the ongoing development of the auto recycling industry, and has become one of the must-read publications for our sector. The […]
A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE
The Canadian auto recycling industry continues to progress READ NOW CANADIAN AUTO RECYCLERS 2019 EDITION With Frank Serravale, Thorold Auto Parts “Just read our issue! It looks great. Thank you. It is an honour to have been featured on the cover of Canadian Auto Recyclers.” READ NOW CANADIAN AUTO RECYCLERS 2020 EDITION With Terry Carter, […]
A NEW CHAPTER
On sustainability, support and industry’s steps after Steve Fletcher By/Article de Gloria Mann Here we are again, presenting another edition of Canadian Auto Recycler to our loyal audience! I’m thrilled to share my thoughts on the exciting times ahead. Let’s start with sustainability and our shift toward climate-conscious actions. This involves ongoing education in safe […]
STARK AUTO SALES
STARK AUTO SALES A future-forward family business CALL US TODAY! 416-654-7222 ADDRESS 200 Benny Stark Street Toronto, ON M6N 3N4 WEBSITE starkautosales.com With a beautiful website filled to the brim with high quality photos, Stark Auto Sales’ webpage is as engaging as the company it was built for. A family-owned business based out of Toronto, […]
