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Fewer shops, more cars — Canada’s aftermarket opportunity is now
As service bays close across the country, well-positioned Canadian shops stand to capture a growing customer base A structural paradox

Scott Sinclair steps into the director role at I-CAR Canada — 38 years of experience in service of collision repair training
An industry veteran takes the helm of the country’s most influential collision repair training organization. I-CAR Canada announced on September

ACX Continues Its Expansion in Western Canada With Its Latest Acquisition
Press release : ACX ACX continues its expansion with the acquisition of Doug’s Place Southgate in Edmonton, Alberta. Doug’s Place

Jessy Dufresne and Eric Henault Named CARSTAR’s 2026 Franchisee of the Year
Press release : CARSTAR At the Impact 2026 conference, CARSTAR, Canada’s largest network of locally owned collision repair facilities, committed to

Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors: “The Best Time to Solve a Problem Is as Soon as You Know About It”
The leader of one of the world’s largest automakers shares the leadership lessons she learned from some of the most

Auto insurance in Ontario: certain accident benefits are now optional — what automotive professionals need to know
Since July 1, 2026, Ontario drivers must actively choose their protections — a new reality that directly affects collision repair

CarrXpert and the CCAQ invite the industry to their annual golf tournament — and roll out a revamped Autodéfense program for members
On September 24 at Club de golf Lorette in Quebec City, collision repairers and industry partners come together for one

18 million new vehicle sales lost: how the shrinking U.S. market is reshaping the Canadian aftermarket through 2040
Four structural forces are permanently slowing new vehicle sales — and creating unprecedented opportunities for Canadian repair shops and parts

ImEX Systems Becomes Preferred Technology Partner for CCS
ImEX Systems has been named a preferred technology partner of Consolidated Collision Services (CCS), giving members of the Canadian network

Color Compass Acquires Magrath Auto Supply in Kelowna
Color Compass Corporation continues to expand its operations in Western Canada with the acquisition of Magrath Auto Supply, a well-established

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