Receiving Company: Canada-U.S. border to open to foreign nationals midnight Tues.
Ottawa, Ontario — The federal government has announced that the Canada-U.S. border is finally opening back up to the general public again, but not in the direction that many Canadians may have been hoping for. On Friday, the Canadian Border Services Association (CBSA) announced that fully vaccinated foreign nationals meeting the conditions to enter Canada […]
Babysit Your Bolts: GM recommends repairers park Chevrolet Bolt models outdoors if not supervised
Toronto, Ontario — Hot tip for any Chevy Bolt owners out there who are unsure what to do with their car while the recall is being figured out—don’t leave it unattended in your garage unless you’re planning on shopping for a new house as well. This message comes straight from General Motors as they advise […]
Tough Talks: Steve Fletcher speaks on IBISConnect USA sustainability panel
London, United Kingdom — Some deep discussions need to be had across the automotive and automotive aftermarket industries if a path toward sustainability and sustainable repairs is to be achieved, according to a panel during the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) broadcast last week. The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium’s IBISConnect USA event took place last […]
Third Time’s the Charm: AIA Canada cancels Canada Night 2021
Ottawa, Ontario — With COVID cases resurging and exhibitors getting cold feet as November starts rolling around, AIA Canada has announced that they have decided to cancel Canada Night 2021. Originally scheduled to take place on November 2, 2021, at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, during the AAPEX conference, Canada Night brings together some […]
Wish List: What the federal candidates are promising the auto industry in 2021
Toronto, Ontario — Election day is already only a few weeks out and Collision Repair wanted to make sure its readers are up to date on what the key federal candidates are promising for the Canadian automotive industry. Canadians have a big decision to make–and even less time than usual to make it. That’s why […]
Welcomes of the Week: ProColor Collision welcomes facility in Hinton, Alta.
Hinton, Alberta — The picturesque town of Hinton, in Alberta, is the latest region to join ProColor Collision’s growing footprint in Canada as the iconic collision repair brand reinforces its market presence across the country. Chris Peterson, Regional Vice-President of Fix Network–Western Canada, welcomed ProColor Collision Apex Hinton to the network, describing it as another […]
Product Report: SATA’s newest spray gun design, True Soul
Toronto, Ontario — SATA’s latest spray gun design, the new SATAjet X 5500 True Soul is an awe-inspiring choice for Fall, with its wild, beautiful and vivid design. Colourful, fanciful motifs such as dragons, female beauties, exotic fish, eagles or a skull adorn, among other things, the True Soul touts a design by American airbrush […]
Hottest Ticket in ‘Toon: SAAR Fall Conference golf tournament sold out
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The SAAR Fall Conference is just under one week out and the golf tournament just sold out of its last ticket—but luckily Dave Luehr and many other industry guests will be there to find other ways to spark your competitive edge. On Friday morning, industry icon Dave Luehr will lead a discussion […]
On the Rise: Nick Dominato featured on SEMA 35 Under 35
Toronto, Ontario — asTech Senior Vice President Nick Dominato is making headlines once again as the only Canadian to grace this year’s SEMA 35 Under 35 list. Dominato has been immersed in the automotive aftermarket from a young age. His father, Dan Dominato, owned Paint Circuit Auto Body Supply, serving Ontario’s Greater Toronto Area–but it […]
