The Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) is focused on helping its members and staff keep safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the situation evolves, updates will be provided below with the newest information added on top. February 15, 2022 British Columbia’s Provincial Health Officer Is Easing COVID-19 Restrictions Premier John Horgan and Dr. Bonnie Henry have […]
COVID-19: B.C.’s Updates & Recovery Plan for Businesses Read More »
At last, an event to look forward to! We are all aware of how difficult the past two years have been—a challenge for many—but even more so in British Columbia, with the implementation of ICBC’s repair programs for collision and glass. Despite the challenges, however, these programs have also identified just how critical it is
Collision/Glass Trade Show Coming in June 2022 Read More »
Another ARA certification program evolves, raising the level of industry professionalism. Just as experienced in other sub-sectors, industry consolidation and technological advancement pose many challenges for collision repair independents as they attempt to remain profitable and/or competitive. The ARA’s Certified Collision Repair program was one of the first to be introduced as an industry standard
Certified Collision Repair (CCR): Program Evolution Read More »