Search and Rescue: Canadian auto recyclers commended for handling of Takata airbag recall
Toronto, Ontario — Canadian auto recyclers are working hard to pick up the pieces of the still ongoing Takata airbag recall that affected millions of vehicles worldwide. Rebuilder’s Automotive Supply (RAS) congratulated the nation’s recyclers in an email on Wednesday, saying “Keep up the good work! We Appreciate Our Canadian Customers!”, recognizing them for their […]
Leading the Battery Pack: B.C. poised to lead EV recycling industry, Pembina Institute report says
Vancouver, British Columbia — British Columbia is poised to lead the nation in EV battery recycling thanks to the province’s rapid and widespread adoption of emission-free vehicles, according to a new report from the Pembina Institute. The environmental advocacy organization published its report, “Closing the Loop B.C.’s role in recycling battery metals and minerals to […]
B.C. is EVFriendly: ARA launches EV confidence initiative aimed to inform industry professionals
Victoria, British Columbia — The Automotive Retailers Association of British Columbia (ARA) has announced the launch of EVfriendly, an initiative designed to cultivate a higher degree of confidence in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) ownership in the province. According to the ARA, this new program helps ensure that only trained and qualified industry professionals are selling, servicing, […]
A New Chapter: Ontario looking to expand Second Career Program, extend training credit
Orillia, Ontario — Looking to make a change? The Ontario government has proposed to expand the Second Career Program and extend the Ontario Jobs Training Tax Credit to help Ontarians pivot their lives toward learning a new skill. Ontario Premier Doug Ford made the announcement from Orillia Truck and Auto Recyclers on Monday. First introduced in […]
In Memoriam: Henry Aumont of Arnprior and Ottawa Auto Parts has died
Arnprior, Ontario — Henry Aumont of Arnprior and Ottawa Auto Parts has died at the age of 93. Henry was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Norah Shields (2013) and his sister Carmen Breton. He was born in Val Gagné, Ontario to Emerilda Deslauriers and Wilfrid Aumont on July 20, 1928. . In addition […]
Bring on the Batteries: ARC hosts educational EV/hybrid webinar, provides vast overlook of end-of-life batteries and recyclers’ place in supply chain
Ottawa, Ontario — Last Thursday, the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) hosted a virtual session on Canadian Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Auto Recycling, featuring compelling conversations from industry leaders like Joanna Kyriazis of Clean Energy Canada; Kunal Phalpher of Li-Cycle; Jeff Haltrecht of Call2Recycle and Hans Eric Melin of Circular Energy Storage. The four-and-a-half-hour event […]
Good Deal for Dale: Dale Nagel joins SARA board of directors
Regina, Saskatchewan — The board of directors for the Saskatchewan Automotive Recyclers Association (SARA) has welcomed Dale Nagel, Dale & Lisa’s Farm & Auto Ltd in Mossbank, into its ranks. A lifelong hot rodder, Nagel built his first ride when he was only 15 years old—a 1940 Fargo truck on a Malibu frame, with all […]
Panel Peril: SCRS releases tip video on repairs to recycled quarter panels
Toronto, Ontario — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has been hard at work over the past few months producing weekly advice videos for collision repairers, with one particular late-July video touching on recycled quarter panels. The ongoing video series from SCRS, hosted by Collision Advice CEO Mike Anderson, reaches all aspects of the […]
Setting a Gold Standard: Standard Auto Wreckers receives honour from Port Hope mayor
Port Hope, Ontario — David Gold, owner of Ontario’s Standard Auto Wreckers, was recently recognized by Port Hope Mayor Bob Sanderson for his company’s work in the local community. “In 2014 we began discussions [for Standard to open in Port Hope], and it’s only been positive since then,” said Sanderson. The mayor noted Standard Auto […]
A Different Type of Twisted: Barrie, Ont. tornado results in total losses
Barrie, Ontario — After a tornado swept through Barrie last Thursday destroying virtually anything in its path, auto recyclers will likely see several total loss vehicles. “The claims started coming in the day following the tornado. Many vehicles were towed in and many more customers reached out who were still able to safely stay in […]
