Hybrid and electric vehicle batteries to be recycled in British Columbia, producers are responsible
As part of British Columbia’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Five-Year Action Plan (2021-2026), new items are eligible for recycling in the province. EPR puts the cost of recycling items on the producer (manufacturers, distributors and retailers), not local governments. It’s been in place since 2004 and already covers everything from light bulbs to paint. Under […]
Quebec Division golf tournament postponed
The AIA Canada Quebec Division is sad to announce that the golf tournament, originally scheduled for September 9, 2021, has been postponed until spring 2022. It had been hoped that new measures would have been brought into effect regarding outdoor sporting events and indoor dining and socializing, while respecting physical distancing, allowing the event to […]
AIA Canada postpones the 2021 Grand Forum du Québec
Ottawa, Ontario, June 17, 2021 – The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) announced that the 2021 Grand Forum du Québec, initially scheduled for December 8, 2021, has been postponed until March 17, 2022, due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 restrictions and concerns for the health and safety of participants. Citing uncertainty around […]
The Government of Ontario introduces legislation to modernize and streamline apprenticeship training
On May 5, 2021, the Government of Ontario introduced the Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act to simplify the apprenticeship system, reduce stigma related to careers in the skilled trades, encourage business participation, and attract younger people to the trades. Under the proposed legislation, the Ontario College of Trades (OCoT) would be replaced with […]
Ontario begins province-wide stay-at-home order as of April 8th
Effective Thursday, April 8 at 12:01 am, the Government of Ontario issued a province-wide Stay-at-Home order requiring everyone to stay at home except for essential purposes. These new measures are the most stringent and are expected to be strictly enforced. Restrictions relevant to the aftermarket industry: The following is permitted to operate for in-person retail […]
Government of Ontario offers support for trainers of apprentices
The Government of Ontario has introduced the new Achievement Incentive Program and expanded the Apprenticeship Capital Grant. These programs, along with the Group Sponsorship Grant, provide support to trainers of apprentices. “Through these programs our government is supporting this important training pipeline, creating the next generation of our skilled workers and providing more young people […]
Ontario’s expanded apprenticeship programs will build a robust, skilled workforce
The Ontario government is investing $47 million in 2021-2022 to hire more apprentices, improve the quality of training and help them complete their training and certification through the new Achievement Incentive Program and the expanded Apprenticeship Capital Grant. Visit the government of Ontario webpage to find out more: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/60571/ontario-setting-up-apprentices-and-employers-for-success
The Government of Ontario seeks feedback on apprenticeship and skilled trades
The Government of Ontario seeks input to improve access for young people in Ontario to apprenticeships and skilled trades. To inform recommendations, Ontario youth advisors want to hear from you to share your opinion and experience on encouraging and preparing more young people to pursue a career in the skilled trades. Closing date: February 26, […]
Quebec introduces new COVID-19 restrictions
As Quebec’s healthcare network risks being overwhelmed, the Quebec government has put in place a series of lockdown measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The new measures are expected to last for four weeks, going into effect Saturday, January 9, 2021, and lasting until Monday, February 8, 2021. Restriction Details Businesses with permission to […]
Ontario begins lockdown starting December 26, 2020
The cross-Ontario lockdown will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Dec. 26th. The lockdown will tentatively end for the 27 public health units that comprise southern Ontario on January 23, 2021. The lockdown will tentatively end on January 9, 2021, for the seven public health units in northern Ontario. See a map of Ontario’s public health […]