Meet The Plastics
The Automotive Recyclers of Canada are playing with plastics By Max Reid, Allison Rogers I n our society, many find the act of throwing the lid of their coffee cup in the recycling and the cup in the garbage is a borderline reflex. It doesn’t feel right to put one in the other’s spot when […]
A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE
CANADIAN AUTO RECYCLERS2016 EDITION With Steve Fletcher “Canadian Auto Recyclers is a pillar of the industry in both Canada and around the world. I was touched to be asked to be on the cover. I followed in the footsteps of industry leaders I have long admired, and to join their number was a tremendous honour.” […]
What does Auto Recycling Mean to Kids?
By Anna Woodbeck Hi I’m Anna. I am 10 years old. One day when I was at my Dad’s work I met Darryl Simmons from Canadian Auto Recyclers magazine. That day was a P.A. Day for me, and I went to help my Dad do Inventory. I really like that job. I get to check […]
CAT’S OUT OF THE BAG
Why catalytic converters became a hot commodity By Max Reid Whether your car is your absolute pride and joy or just a metal box that takes you to work, it’s important to realize that every time you park your vehicle and walk away, you’re essentially leaving a small pile of gold unattended. Well, not quite […]
ELECTRIFYING CONVERSATIONS
Steve Fletcher’s update on ARC electric research efforts By Allison Rogers For those that missed the party, the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) hosted a four-and-a-half-hour live webinar session last November, where five different speakers shared their perspectives on vehicle electrification in Canada and how automotive recyclers will fit into the mix. Featuring speakers Joanna […]
On the Horizon
By Ros MacDonald ESG is more than another acronym—it could impact your business Companies traded on the stock market are feeling pressure to become more sustainable in compliance with a series of metrics titled ESG reporting, short for Environmental, Social, and Governance. Althoughauto recycling facilities tend to be small business far removed from the stock […]
Who Knew?
By Ron MacDonald Even crises can have a silver lining The auto recycling industry is famous for seeing potential and opportunity in matters that other sectors of the industry would classify as waste. It’s no surprise then that auto recyclers would find creative solutions and inspiring ways to thrive during the pandemic—an unprecedented crisis wreaking havoc […]
Just Jamie
Jamie Maillet is just getting started Like many auto recyclers, Jamie said JLM had a great 2021—and it’s only set to continue with the completion of several new projects in 2022. Jamie Maillet has spent most of her life in auto recycling. Even still, the daughter of Dave and Kathy McDonald, owners of Hamilton, Ontario’s […]
Dalbert Livingstone: On The Details
ARC chair delivers one-year updates In 2021, Dalbert Livingstone from Island Auto Supply was elected as Chair of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) Board of Directors. Canadian Auto Recyclers sat down with Dalbert to talk about the futureof the national association. Canadian Auto Recyclers: You have been in the Chairman’s role for 10 months […]
Harvey Livingstone
A lifetime of firsts There are few people in the automotive world as influential to the development of an industry in their region as Harvey Livingstone; founder of Island Auto Supply, founding member of the Automotive Recyclers Association of Atlantic Canada (ARAAC), and industry dynasty head. Harvey opened Island Auto Supply in 1966, in the […]
