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Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community (YPA) consists of Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) members under the age of 45 who are looking to climb the ladder of the auto care sector.

Benefits of being in the community

Expand your network

Attend exclusive events

Further your professional development

Position yourself as an industry thought leader

Gain mentorship opportunities

Joining the community

 

Membership in the YPA community is open to individuals who meet all of the following criteria:

  • Young executives (executives or managers) younger than 45 years of age.
  • From AIA Canada member companies in good standing.
  • On-track for senior positions within their company.

The leading voice of Young Professionals in the Auto care sector

The YPA community is led by a standing committee of the AIA Canada Board of Directors and is the leading voice of the community. It consists of a minimum of ten members who strive to better the experience of young professionals in the auto care sector by working closely with AIA Canada management to access current industry information, activities, and resources of the community.

Recent Young Professionals in the Auto care sector community news

Canada’s auto care sector has long been defined by experience, resilience, and relationships built over decades. Today, it stands at an inflection point. As veteran professionals begin to step away from the industry, a new generation is ready to step in, but not without challenges. In a conversation with Adam...
Ottawa, April 30, 2026 — AIA Canada is pleased to announce the newly elected members and Chair of the 2026-2028 Young Professionals in the Auto care sector (YPA) Committee. The YPA Committee is a standing committee of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada Board of Directors, which is comprised of representatives under 45 years of age...
Ottawa, February 25, 2026—The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2026 Distinguished Service Award (DSA) and the Young Professionals in the Auto care sector (YPA) Young Leader of the Year Award.  AIA Canada Distinguished Service Award  The AIA Canada Distinguished Service...

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