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Preparing the Automotive Service and Repair Industry for the Net Zero Economy

By embracing a culture of learning, the industry can thrive in the net zero economy, provide exceptional service to customers, and drive sustainable and innovative practices. The automotive service and repair industry is on the precipice of a significant transformation as we embrace the net zero economy. The industry, encompassing collision and auto glass repair,

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Webinar: B.C. Provides Industry Specific Answers on PST Application

It is hard to imagine that 10 years ago, the ARA worked with the provincial government to bring information pertaining to the application of the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) to industry. We are thankful that the B.C. government’s taxation department has again provided details around industry specific questions on the application of the PST. Access

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RESEARCH: Electrification and Automation of the B.C. Automotive Aftermarket Service Sector

Key findings of detailed industry research on the labour market impacts of the transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and automation technologies in the automotive aftermarket service sector. The automotive sector, including the aftermarket service sector (the Sector), is facing a wave of technological change including the increasing adoption of zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) and rise

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Introducing Tools for Tomorrow: Empowering Skilled Tradespeople in B.C. and Beyond

The ARA’s new campaign breaks down financial barriers for aspiring automotive tradespeople in British Columbia, providing PST exemptions or grants for essential tools. by Burhan Osman The Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) is thrilled to announce the launch of our groundbreaking initiative, Tools for Tomorrow, a campaign designed to support the next generation of certified skilled

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The B.C. Government and the ARA Collaborate to Support the Automotive Industry

The ARA is working with the provincial government to support and advance the automotive industry, including efforts related to electric vehicles, skilled trades, and labour attraction initiatives. On March 6, 2023, the Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) President and CEO, Adrian Scovell, ARA Chairman, Ron Tremblay, and ARA executives, Wade Bartok, Rick Hatswell, Scott Waddle, and

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Webinar Invite: PST Questions Answered

The Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) is again partnering with BC Tax Outreach to host a webinar specifically tailored to the automotive aftermarket industry. The webinar aims to answer any questions the industry may have about Provincial Sales Tax (PST) and its application. During the webinar, Elizabeth Hilton, outreach coordinator with the Public Information and Corporate Services

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TeksMed Offers 25% Off On Disability Claims for ARA Members

The Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) is excited to extend its partnership with TeksMed Services Inc., a leader in Canadian occupational disability management. TeksMed offers disability and claims management solutions that benefit both employers and employees. Helping employees recover and return to work faster, TeksMed reduces lost time and claim costs, resulting in significant savings for

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