MONTHLY MINUTE • JUNE 2021 |
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AIA Canada Announces the Return of a New and Improved Canada Night for 2021 |
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After being cancelled last year, we are happy to announce the return of Canada Night 2021. This recharged and revamped event will be held in November at the Venetian Resort, Las Vegas, during the AAPEX trade show.
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Advanced Vehicle Technology
A threat to the aftermarket parts sector?
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New technology can be a boon or a burden. Read AIA Canada’s take on the role advanced vehicle technology is playing on the aftermarket in this month’s issue of Autosphere (page 58).
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The Monthly Minute will be taking a break over the months of July and August. In the meantime, AIA Canada will be staying in touch with timely information that is important to the aftermarket community. |
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Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice.™
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Help Spread the Word!
New Social Media Resources Available for Download
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By using social media, aftermarket companies and their employees can use their voice and influence to highlight the vehicle data access and control issue.
Download our ready-made social media content to post on your personal and business accounts.
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Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice.™ in the News |
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AIA Canada President JF Champagne spoke with CTV Northern Ontario to talk about vehicle data and spread the word about Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice.™
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Élisabeth Lambert, vice chair of the AIA Quebec division spoke with Autosphere about the importance of vehicle data. (In French only)
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Ontario Apprenticeship System |
Help AIA Canada provide the Govt. of Ontario with industry feedback on modernizing the province’s apprenticeship and skilled trades system.
Let’s make sure the industry’s voice is heard.
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What We've Been Talking About on Twitter |
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New vehicles rely on sensors for automated driving; thus, for things like lane departure warnings to work, road markings must be clear. A challenge - Canada's massive road system, 18% of which is described as “very poor” or “poor”.
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Vehicle Telematics Systems pose a threat to the aftermarket. In 2018, 32 of 44 automakers installed telematics systems in their vehicle fleet; by 2030, it is estimated that all new vehicles will be equipped with telematics systems.
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Learn more about government relations at AIA Canada and our key files here.
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SURVEY INVITATION - Travel and COVID-19 |
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AIA Canada is looking to understand your intentions to travel and the impact COVID-19 has had on future attendance at in-person events. We're conducting a survey and your input would be appreciated. Survey completion time: less than 10 minutes.
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Real-time light vehicle sales analysis – Global Auto Demand Tracker from IHS Markit |
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The impact of COVID-19 on automotive demand is significant. To help understand which markets are still in decline and which are rebounding, AIA Canada has partnered with IHS Markit to provide real-time light vehicle sales analysis through IHS Markit’s new Global Auto Demand Tracker. The tracker leverages the most up-to-date data for the last concluded calendar month for 150+ countries at make level.
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Data Visualization Tool 2.0 – includes updated information on the number of aftermarket establishments by size and province! Simply type in the province and go...
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The Knowledge Center is where we take the complex findings of our research and present it in easy to digest infographics and factsheets. |
Member log in required for free downloads. |
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AIA Canada offers members access to networks, products, programs and resources to help their businesses thrive.
For any questions about member benefits, please email membership or call at 1-800-808-2920 ext. 224.
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Planning on traveling this spring? Make the experience safe and comfortable with a rental from Avis or Budget. Members can enjoy up to 25% off base rates, plus other great deals. Learn more and make a reservation:
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Welcome to Our Newest AIA Canada Member |
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CCIF Announces New Online Programming |
The Moncton 2021 conference might have been postponed, but CCIF has plenty of activities to keep you busy this summer. Join the Forum for a pair of new virtual online meetings in their Business Development Series. Check them out here: |
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The YPA Spotlight Series is where members share their experiences, insights and industry outlooks. Meet Brad Irving, Strategic Business Manager – Western Canada at Uni-Select. Automotive is an fundamental part of the Irving Family history starting back in 1958 when Brad’s Grandfather founded Irving Tire in Vancouver, BC. From hanging around the shop as a kid, to becoming a licensed automotive technician and now strategic business manager, Brad is looking forward to working with the next generation to ensure a bright and successful aftermarket industry for many years to come.
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Chairman's Challenge Tops $15,000 |
With donations coming in from organizations and people from all across the Canadian automotive aftermarket, the AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation's Chairman's Challenge has reached over $15,000 since its launch in late 2020.
You can find out more about the challenge here.
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Tom Dunlop Joins the High Fives for Kids Board |
The AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Tom Dunlop, VP of sales for Specialty Sales & Marketing Inc. to the foundation’s board of directors.
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Do some good in your neighbourhood. Get more details here.
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Running in Support of High Fives for Kids |
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Peter Bulmer’s fundraiser is gaining speed – he’s raised $1,500 for the AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation, on his way to his $5,000 goal.
He’s off to a strong start with $1,550 raised so far, but does he have the stamina to get to $5,000?
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Supporting the Community - Funding Recipients |
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Thanks to the efforts of Josie Candito and the team at Master Mechanic High Park, The Redwood Shelter in Toronto will be creating a Summer Bike Club for kids in their community, using a donation from the AIA High Fives for Kids Foundation.
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Join in to hear AIA Canada President J.F. Champagne discuss access to repair Information on the June 9th panel.
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October 30 - November 2, 2021
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Our 2021 AIA Canada Sponsors |
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Sponsorship opportunities are available for 2021.
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The Great Canadian Aftermarket Trade Show |
The Great Canadian Aftermarket Podcast |
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STAY CONNECTED / SUIVEZ-NOUS |
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