CARSTAR expands in Quebec with CARSTAR La Tuque
La Tuque, Quebec — June 14, 2017 — CARSTAR Canada has announced expanded coverage in its Quebec network with the addition of the new CARSTAR La Tuque. The facility first opened three years ago, operating under the name Carrosserie Proshop of La Tuque. It is owned and operated by Isabelle Matte and Christian Dallaire. Dallaire […]
Carrossier ProColor opens new training centre
Laval, Quebec — February 8, 2017 — The Carrossier ProColor network has announced the opening of a dedicated training centre to meet the growing need for training in the collision repair sector. While the new centre will be used primarily for training staff employed with Carrossier ProColor locations, the network says it will also open […]
André Chamberland joins the ranks of shop owners with Fix Auto Montmagny
Montreal, Quebec — November 23, 2016 — André Chamberland is a car enthusiast who has worked in the industry since 1988. He has recently made the transition to shop owner status. His facility is Fix Auto Montmagny, located in Montmagny, Quebec. Chamberland says his decision to join the Fix Auto network was driven in part […]
Toyota Canada holds training events in Toronto and Montreal
By Barett Poley Toronto, Ontario — November 23, 2016 — A training event for collision repairers and appraisers was held in Toronto and Montreal by Toyota Canada, with the purpose of diagnostic and estimating training for collision repair shops. The Toronto training session was held at the Delta East Hotel. The Montreal session took place […]
Fix Auto Sherbrooke Mi-Vallon obtains Honda ProFirst recognition
Montreal, Quebec — November 17, 2016 — Fix Auto Sherbrooke Mi-Vallon is the first Fix Auto facility in Quebec to receive the ProFirst recognition from Honda Canada, according to an announcement made by Michel Bourgeois, General Manager for Fix Auto Quebec. The shop is owned by Michel Véronneau. The ProFirst program provides recognition to collision […]
Uniparts O.E.M./Unipiece celebrates 20th anniversary
By Jeff Sanford Las Vegas, Nevada — November 15, 2016 — With twenty years of remarkable growth under their belts, employees of Uniparts O.E.M./Unipiece were treated to a Vegas-style celebration that coincided with the recent SEMA 2016 show in Nevada. “It was the 20th Anniversary of Uniparts. We celebrated by having our national sales meeting […]
Carrossier ProColor Shawinigan hosts grand opening event for new location
By Mike Davey Shawinigan, Quebec — November 14, 2016 — Carrossier ProColor Shawinigan has officially opened for business at its new location at 8555 Boulevard des Hêtres in Shawinigan, Quebec. The facility is owned and operated by Sylvie, Réjean and Jean Philippe Marchand. The new building is a purpose-built collision repair facility. According to a […]
Carrossier ProColor partners with Operation Red Nose
Laval, Quebec — November 4, 2016 — Carrossier ProColor has announced a three-year partnership with Operation Red Nose, a popular reference for designated driver services during the holiday season. Operation Red Nose was created in September 1984 by Jean-Marie De Koninck. The non-profit organization’s mission is to promote the adoption of responsible behaviour in all impaired […]
Fix Auto expands in Quebec and Alberta
Montreal, Quebec — November 3, 2016 — Fix Auto has announced the addition of two new facilities to the network: Fix Auto St-Augustin and Fix Auto Calgary City Centre. Fix Auto St-Augustin is owned and operated by Guy and Gilles Vallières. “Our shop’s philosophy is first and foremost based on a family spirit,” says […]
Fix Auto St-Apollinaire celebrates official opening
Montreal, Quebec — October 28, 2016 — Fix Auto St-Apollinaire is officially open for business. The facility, owned and operated by Stéphane Plante,celebrated the Grand Opening recently with a cocktail event attended by insurance and strategic partners, as well as Fix Auto employees. The facility, located in Saint-Apollinaire, Quebec, had formerly shared space with a […]
