Kindig Konnection: Dave Kindig appearance at Motorama expanded to two days, organizers say
Toronto, Ontario — This year’s Motorama Show is fast approaching and anticipation is hitting a peak as organizers recently announced that auto industry influencer Dave Kindig’s appearance at this year’s show has been extended to a second day. Owner and lead designer of Kindig-It Design in Millcreek, Utah, and known to quantity to anyone who […]
Instant Drive-thru: Pair drive Audi into Vaughan Mills mall and rob electronics store
Vaughan, Ontario — Some people like car shopping, but two people took it literally when they drove an Audi through the front doors of the Vaughan Mills shopping mall on Wednesday. According to Global News, York Regional Police said the break-and-enter happened after 1 a.m., when two suspects used a stolen black 2011 Audi A4 […]
Friends and Forums: CCIF Toronto kicks off with networking reception
Toronto, Ontario — Members of the Canadian collision repair industry were together in Toronto last night as Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) kicked off its Toronto event. This marked the first year the event was held in Toronto since 2020. CCIF held events in Montreal and Vancouver in 2022, but pandemic restrictions prevented the organization […]
Contre toute attente: Montreal auto show draws nearly 150,000 despite 3 snow days, OEM absences
Montreal, Quebec — Proving that the Canadian car show spirit is still alive and well, the organizers of this year’s Montreal International Auto Show (MIAS) are proud to report that the show drew in a crowd of 148,516 attendees, in spite of some snowy weather. “Our goal was achieved. Despite the three snow days and […]
A WIN for All: Tickets on sale for WIN 2023 Educational Conference in San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas — This year’s Women’s Industry Network (WIN) 2023 Educational Conference promises to deliver the best of both worlds, as attendees to the San Antonio, Texas event will experience it all alongside their virtual peers, as the show takes on a hybrid format. The lineup of speakers for the May 1 to 3 […]
Introducing the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers
A PLATFORM FOR POSITIVE SOLUTIONS. Plenty has happened since we announced the Canadian Council of Collision Repairers (CCCR). To provide initial direction and guidance, an Advisory Board was created. It includes 20 Canadian collision centres; independents, network affiliates and MSOs. The group will be dedicated to representing repairers by identifying and prioritizing business concerns and issues, education and information […]
Back at Budds’: Sam Piercey Foundation and Budds’ Collision host annual holiday pig roast
Oakville, Ontario — The iconic Budds’ Collision Pig Roast was back in action this year following two consecutive years of cancellation, courtesy of COVID-19. The wintry weather did little to dampen holiday spirits as the industry showed up to celebrate. A lavish food spread was set up—as per usual—featuring desserts, mini quiches and an oyster […]
A Powerful Pairing: 3M extends IBIS Global Partner status for three more years
Toronto, Ontario — As international leaders in their respective fields, it seems only natural that IBIS and 3M carry on their fruitful partnership, as the latter announced Tuesday that it has extended its status as an IBIS Global Partner for the next three years. This partnership will see the Minnesota-based manufacturer of just about everything […]
Date at the Delta: CCIF Toronto 2023 tickets on sale, early bird prices until Dec. 20
Toronto, Ontario — Forget the holidays, it’s time to start counting down the days until CCIF Toronto, as tickets for the often-anticipated event recently went on sale, with early bird pricing on offer until Dec. 20. A regular ticket purchased before the fast-approaching deadline will get you into this year’s CCIF conference, but an upgrade […]
Wine and Dice: AIA Canada’s Grand Forum Quebec returns Dec. 15
Montreal, Quebec — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s Grand Forum du Québec is back this December following a four-year absence, bearing the theme, “I am AIA.” According to the association, the day will be filled with information and dynamic speakers, followed by evening packed with a cocktail reception, casino activities, and the chance to […]
