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Equalizer opens up their Tools for Techs program once again this holiday season to go along with their donation to Toys for Tots, to gift a Tech with some extra Christmas cheer. From now until December 14, Equalizer will donate a portion of proceeds from the products included in their Glass Removal Kit (GRK551) to […]

Fix Network (Canada) today announced the promotion of Sylvain Seguin to president of Fix Network (Canada), effective September 26, 2022. “For the past two years, Sylvain has shown strong leadership as executive vice president of Fix Network (Canada),” Steve Leal, president and CEO of Fix Network World, said. “As our Network continues to grow, this move will

Looking for a career change? Auto Tech Air Conditioning Inc. is seeking a full-time employee for its family-owned and operated business in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Auto Tech Air Conditioning has been in business for over 29 years and is continually growing. The company offers superior diagnostics, excellent training, great wages, and a great team

PHOTO: ColorVision is the recipient of the PPG Automotive Refinish 2021 Platinum Distributor of the Year award. Taking part in the celebration are (from left) Tom Maziarz, PPG vice president, Automotive Refinish, Americas; Chris Dewes, former PPG director, PPG PLATINUM DISTRIBUTOR™ programs; Christopher Wegley, ColorVision operations director; Michael McGarry, PPG chairman and chief executive officer;

The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) announced that the CCIF in-person event, initially scheduled for February 3 – 4, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, has been cancelled due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 restrictions, the increase in cases of the Omicron variant, and concerns for the health and safety of participants and our community. “The

Photo: (L to R) Rick Francoeur, 360 Collision Centres; Nicole-Ann Poitras, Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau; MP Brad Vis and children making a donation to the toy drive; Daryl Francoeur, 360 Collision Centres When news that the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau, the organization which brings holiday toys to thousands of underprivileged children annually, was in need

The Automotive Retailers Association has committed to hosting its inaugural Collision and Glass Trade Show in June 2022. The message is simple, “Industry is evolving, evolve with it.” With the introduction of ICBC’s repair programs, many shops require access to information. Learn how to gain efficiency, become more profitable, and how management systems can provide

For the first time in more than 15 years, apprentice and working painters will have the ability to achieve a 410N painter certification (Red Seal equivalent). SATA Canada announces sign up for its first Automotive Painter (410N) apprenticeship course. The inaugural class will be starting December 6, 2021 at SATA Canada’s training centre in Vaughan,

Craftsman Collision has introduced a new health and safety policy to further protect employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which the company operates. The vaccination policy applies to all employees of the Craftsman Group, which includes Craftsman Collision, Distinctive Auto Works, MB Autoworks, Craftsman Auto Glass, Wedge Clamp Systems, and Craftsman Ventures, to be

Craftsman Collision, a Canadian MSO in the auto body repair industry since 1977, has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to support of the B.C. Wildfire Appeal campaign.  In mid August, a 2-week matching fundraising campaign was launched through Craftsman’s social media channels, media outlets in the Okanagan and Craftsman employees. The campaign raised $15,833,