Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Wally Dingman will serve as the organization’s new Executive Director replacing Steve Fletcher, effective April 1, 2025.
Dingman has been a fixture in the auto recycling sector as the previous Chairman of the Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) for 14 years and as the Chairman of ARC for 10 years, from 2011-2021. He has helped guide those associations successfully through multiple years of incredible growth and diversification. He was also the owner of Caughill Auto Wreckers in Niagara-on-the-Lake, a third-generation business. Dingman is intimately aware of the challenges and opportunities that confront auto recyclers every day.
Fletcher will be stepping away from day-to-day activities after the OARA Convention & Trade Show in Niagara Falls in March. He will retain the international activities of ARC, and also work on important sector relationships and special projects with Wally.
“Having worked along side Wally for over 25 years, the transition to his leadership will be virtually seamless,” said Fletcher. “I am very pleased that I will have a role to play going forward in this industry that has been so good to me.”
Wally had much to say about Steve and the ensuing responsibilities.
“It is impossible to talk about automotive recycling in Canada without recognizing the tremendous impact of Steve Fletcher. Over the past several decades, Steve has dedicated himself to elevating our industry, not just nationally but on the international stage. His leadership, vision, and tireless efforts have made him the face of automotive recycling, and his contributions have left a legacy that will endure for years to come.
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Steve for over 25 years, sharing experiences and responsibilities at both the provincial and national levels. As Chairman of both OARA and ARC, I witnessed firsthand his ability to lead with unwavering dedication, ensuring that our organizations remained at the forefront of innovation and advocacy. Steve’s passion for this industry has been nothing short of inspiring, and I cannot thank him enough for his incredible commitment and all he has achieved.
“As we look to the future, I am humbled and honoured to be entrusted with continuing Steve’s work. While my role as Executive Director does not officially begin until April 1, 2025, I am eager to take on this responsibility and build on the strong foundation he has created.”
The official transition will occur during the Tribute to Steve at the OARA Convention (https://oara.com/events/2025-
Wally Dingman can be reached at wally@autorecyclers.ca or (
