Automotive recyclers applaud federal action to ban asbestos
Toronto, Ontario — December 21, 2016 — The government of Canada has pledged to ban asbestos and asbestos-containing products by 2018. The comprehensive ban will include new regulations that ban the manufacture, use, import and export of asbestos and establish new federal workplace health and safety rules that will drastically limit the risk of people […]
Digital connected cars and the recycler
By Tanvir Arfi, Managing Director of Solera Holdings Dallas, Texas — December 21, 2016 — We’re used to change in the automotive recycling industry, but everything we’ve seen indicates that the rate of change itself is accelerating. Even a brief overview of some of the most obvious trends will show this to be the case. […]
Open letter to Prime Minister calls for asbestos ban
Ottawa, Ontario — December 7, 2016 — Canada’s auto recyclers have another ally in the fight to ban asbestos imports. In fact, there are multiple allies from across the country. An open letter was submitted to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on December 7 that calls for a comprehensive asbestos ban. The letter was signed by […]
OARA Convention preview: Paul D’Adamo on how inventory may be choking your business
By Barett Poley Markham, Ontario — December 7, 2016 — It’s Canada’s biggest event dedicated to automotive recycling, and this year’s Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) Convention promises more events, speakers and attractions than ever before. The OARA Annual Convention and Trade Show is scheduled for March 30 to April 1, 2017 at Hilton Toronto/Markham […]
Private member’s bill seeks to ban asbestos
Ottawa, Ontario — November 23, 2016 — Canada’s auto recyclers, through the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC), have been calling for a ban on asbestos imports for some time. Recently, a private member’s bill has been brought forward for consideration that would effectively end the importation of asbestos containing products. Sheri Benson, Member of Parliament […]
Tundra Take-Back continues clean-up efforts in 2016
By Shelby Kerbel Toronto, Ontario — November 23, 2016 — Many communities in Canada’s far north face significant challenges with effective vehicle recycling. Typically, end-of-life vehicles are simply piled up at the local dump. It’s a daunting task, but the Tundra Take-Back project proves that where there’s a will, there’s a way. The project started […]
National automotive recycling sector council launched
Toronto, Ontario — November 14, 2016 — Vehicles are an essential part of Canada’s economy, from the time they’re manufactured until the time they eventually reach their end-of-life. The importance of the last step in the chain was recently acknowledged with the launch of the national End-of-Life Vehicle Sector Council (ELVSC).The ELVSC was officially launched […]
OARA conference to feature Hollander Training Summit, Paul D’Adamo as keynote
London, Ontario — November 9, 2016 — The Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) is already gearing up for its conference this spring and the event promises to offer recyclers even more than in previous years. The annual OARA conference is the largest automotive recycling event in the country, frequently drawing attendees from other provinces. First, […]
ARA Expo puts technology in the spotlight
Baltimore, Maryland — November 9, 2016 — The importance of keeping up with advances in technology took centre stage during the 73rd Annual Convention and Exposition put on by the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA). ARA premiered a new segment during the event held in Baltimore, Maryland, a Technology Forum that offered automotive recyclers a full […]
ARA’s 73rd Annual Convention coming soon
Manassas, Virginia — October 19, 2016 — One of the biggest recycling events of the year is just around the corner. The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA)’s 73rd Annual Convention and Exposition will take place October 26 to 29, 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland and promises to offer four days of extensive educational seminars focused on the […]
