A sparkling clean retail store is an inviting environment to shop in. But really smart spring cleaning involves much more than just washing windows and dusting shelves. Spring house cleaning was a time-honoured chore back in Victorian times. Being able to open the...
As the flow of the aftermarket returns to a state of normalcy, so does the fundraising activity for AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation. “High Fives focuses on different communities, mostly smaller communities, working with AIA Canada members trying to support...
The April/May edition of Jobber Nation kicks off with an engaging interview with new AIA Canada chair Ryan Bruno, who talks collision repair and how it figures in the overall aftermarket.The issue also includes Paul Reed 'The Showroom Guy' talking spring cleaning and...
Bestbuy Distributorss recognized shareholders and vendors at its 70th Annual AGM, and also ushered new board of directors: (l-r) Arthur Edwards (Northwest Auto Parts); Treasurer Scott Anderson (Peterborough Automotive); Rob Dow (Jack Dow Auto Supplies); John Brunelle...
According to AIA Canada, despite the most recently issued Transportation of Dangerous Goods Equivalency Certificate having an expiry date of May 31st, 2024, it is no longer valid. The renewed equivalency certificate is effective immediately and valid until May 31,...
AIA Canada Distinguished Service Award winner Bill Hay (centre) was presented the award by 2023 recipient Brad Shaddick (left) and 2022-23 AIA Canada chair Jason Yurchak (right) at the aftermarket association's recent National Conference. AIA Canada Distinguished...
Paul D. Donahue, left, will transition from chairman and CEO to executive chairman with William P. Stengel, II, succeeding him as president and CEO. Genuine Parts Company, a leading global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, announced that Paul...
2024 Young Leader of the Year recipient says following in his father's Bert's footsteps wasn't something he embraced at first, but when he did, the aftermarket returned the favour. Patrick Verriet, Business Development Manager – Canada, Mann+Hummel Filtration...
The automotive aftermarket is entereing an age of challenges and opportunities, says AIA Canada CEO JF Champagne in his opening remarks at the association's National Conference. The National Conference was held April 24 in Toronto. “The very vehicle we service today...