BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ARA Events - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ARA Events REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T183000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260122T200835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T204232Z UID:4798-1776236400-1776277800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Skills Canada BC Competition DESCRIPTION:Skills Canada BC Competition Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\n\n\n7:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Provincial Competitions running\n8:30 AM – 3:00 PM – Open to the public for spectating\, Try-A-Skill Booths\, & Pathways to Careers Showcase\n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Judging – Concession will be open\, food and beverage available for purchase during this time)\n5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Provincial Medals Award Ceremony)\n\nIf you’re part of the industry and want to help inspire future talent\, get involved here:  https://autocareersbc.ca/industry-involvement/ URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/skills-canada-bc-competition/ CATEGORIES:Outreach Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Logo_SkillsCanada_British_Columbia_Black_RGB-01-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260122T170548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T182959Z UID:4780-1774522800-1774526400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting - Collision Division DESCRIPTION:Attention collision industry professionals! Join us for our Industry Network Meeting on March 26. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity to connect with industry experts\, share insights\, and drive progress in our field. Your participation is essential for shaping our ICBC Liaison meeting agendas\, ensuring our collective voice is strong and heard. Let’s unite to elevate our standards and explore new opportunities through open dialogue and collaboration. \nEvent Details \n🗓️ March 26\n🕕 11:00–12:00 PM\n📍https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89334215094?pwd=adlFWEH5eC04yjvXBiIbdwIa6cNq4B.1 URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-collision-division-2/ CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Collision-Industry-Meetings-2026-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260121T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T181744Z UID:4749-1773162000-1773165600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting – Glass Division DESCRIPTION:Attention glass industry professionals! Join us for our Industry Network Meeting on March 10. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity to connect with industry experts\, share insights\, and drive progress in our field.\nYour participation is essential for shaping our ICBC Liaison meeting agendas\, ensuring our collective voice is strong and heard. Let’s unite to elevate our standards and explore new opportunities through open dialogue and collaboration. \nEvent Details \n🗓️March 10\n🕕 5:00–6:00 PM\n📍https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81960264977?pwd=rLHRYGnt0ILbbRrYaTAwJvI1KKHzkY.1 URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-glass-division/ CATEGORIES:Glass Repair ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Glass-Industry-Meetings-2026--scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260305T230155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T230210Z UID:4827-1772697600-1772730000@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:AGD - 2026 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:ARA Auto Glass Division Annual General Meeting \nJoin us on Aug 13th for the AGD 2026 Annual General Meeting. \nDetails to follow – stay tuned! URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/agd-annual-general-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Glass Repair ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AGD-AGM-2026-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260121T175311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175433Z UID:4768-1771459200-1771545599@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Career Fair Canada – Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Career Fair Canada – Job Fair \n📅 February 19\, 2026📍 Pan Pacific Vancouver \nIf you’re part of the industry and want to help inspire future talent\, get involved here:  https://autocareersbc.ca/industry-involvement/ URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/career-fair-canada-job-fair/ CATEGORIES:Outreach Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20260121T175123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T195301Z UID:4766-1769644800-1769731199@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Skilled Trades Showcase DESCRIPTION: Skilled Trades Showcase \n📅 January 29\, 2026📍 Thomas Haney Secondary School\, Maple Ridge \nIf you’re part of the industry and want to help inspire future talent\, get involved here:  https://autocareersbc.ca/industry-involvement/ URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/skilled-trades-showcase/ CATEGORIES:Outreach Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-01-14-DRAFT-Trades-Poster-2026-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20251124T182837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T182941Z UID:4733-1765969200-1765976400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Collision Repair Division AGM DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 17th for our Collision Repair Division 2025 Annual General Meeting\, held online. \nWednesday\, December 17th\, 202511:00am – 1:00pmOnline via Zoom \nAgenda Highlights: \nElection/Confirmation of CRD Chair and Vice-Chair\nReview and/or solicit division strategic focus for 2025–2026 \nRegistration required. To register visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tSRbe9GlSDeXcS7vzNzgiQ#/registration URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/collision-repair-division-agm/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-CRD-AGM-website-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20251124T190214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T190214Z UID:4738-1764684000-1764691200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2025 ARA AGM DESCRIPTION:To our members: \nOur 2025 Annual General Meeting\, which will be held as follows: \nDate: Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025\nTime: 2:00 p.m. (PST)\nFormat: Virtual Meeting (Zoom)\nRegistration Link: Link \nThis year’s meeting will include a 10-minute report from each Division Board Member\, summarizing key accomplishments\, ongoing initiatives\, and priorities for the year ahead. \nElections will also be held for the following positions: \n• Chairperson – one nomination stands for Rick Hatswell\n• First Vice Chair – one nomination stands for Wade Bartok \nThe full agenda and supporting documents will be circulated during the meeting. Please reserve time in your schedule to attend. \nThank you for your continued support and engagement throughout the year. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2025-ara-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-AGM-website-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20251104T181119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T181119Z UID:4728-1764270000-1764277200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:ARA Towing and Recovery Division Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:ARA Towing and Recovery Division Annual General Meeting \nJoin us on Nov 27th for coffee\, dessert and snacks for our Towing and Recovery Division 2025 Annual General Meeting. \nThursday\, November 27th\, 2025\n7:00pm – 9:00pm\nMackie Room\nCoast Langley City Hotel & Convention Centre\n20393 Fraser Hwy\, Langley\, BC \nRegistration required. To register visit: https://eventcamp.ca/event/2025-ara-towing-and-recovery-division-annual-general-meeting URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/ara-towing-and-recovery-division-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Coast Langley City Hotel & Convention Centre\, 20393 Fraser Hwy\, Langley\, BC\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-TRD-AGM-website-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250728T212748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T194124Z UID:4633-1763550000-1763553600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting - Collision Division DESCRIPTION:Attention collision industry professionals! Join us for our final Industry Network Meeting of the year on November 19. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity to connect with industry experts\, share insights\, and drive progress in our field.\nYour participation is essential for shaping our ICBC Liaison meeting agendas\, ensuring our collective voice is strong and heard. Let’s unite to elevate our standards and explore new opportunities through open dialogue and collaboration. \nEvent Details \n🗓️ November 19\n🕕 1:00–2:00 PM\n📍Zoom Link URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-auto-glass-division/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Collision-November-19-Meeting-Post-website-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251015T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250728T213113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T194435Z UID:4640-1760533200-1760536800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting - Glass Division DESCRIPTION:Attention glass industry professionals – we invite you to our final Industry Network Meeting of 2025! This is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow experts\, exchange valuable insights\, and drive forward the progress of our field.\nYour involvement is key to shaping our discussions for the ICBC Liaison meetings and ensuring our industry’s voice is both impactful and well-represented. Let’s come together to advance our standards and embrace new opportunities through open conversation and collaboration. \nEvent Details: \n🗓️ October 15\n⏰ 1:00 pM-2:00 PM\n📍Zoom Link URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-collision-division/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Glass-October-15-Meeting-website-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250814T211839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T163138Z UID:4669-1758805200-1758808800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:BCAR / AREA Virtual Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join us for an important virtual Town Hall meeting bringing together members of the BC Automotive Recyclers (BCAR) and the Automotive Recyclers Environmental Association (AREA). \nWe’ll cover key topics shaping our industry\, including: \nICBC Parts Procurement\nAREA Environmental Audits\n3-Year Strategic Plan \nThis is your chance to share your perspective\, raise concerns\, and contribute to the direction of the industry. \nMeeting Link URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/bcar-area-virtual-town-hall/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/BCAR-Virtual-Town-Hall-event-graphic-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240130T184253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181738Z UID:3760-1757635200-1757807999@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2025 Members Retreat & Gala Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Automotive Retailers Association’s Annual Members’ Retreat & Gala Fundraiser event in Osoyoos | September 12-13\, 2025.\n  Registration is now open!  Click the link below for full details. \n \n Register Now\n \nSchedule of Events\n Friday Sept 12 \nGolf Tournament – Osoyoos Golf & Country ClubRegistration: 8:00AMShotgun Start: 9AM \nChairman’s Reception – Spirit Ridge Resort Courtyard6PM-11PM  \nSaturday September 13 \nWomen in Industry Event – 9AM-11amLunch – 12PMKeynote Luncheon Address by Boyan Blocka– 1:15PMGala Dinner & Fundraiser – Awards/Pedal Car Unveil/Auction – 6PM \nPlease note: \n\nRegistration is available through our event management partner\, EventCamp (Click “Register”\, above).\nAGM – the ARA Annual General Meeting will be held virtually on a separate date\, and is not part of the Members’ Retreat & Gala Fundraiser event.\nWomen in Automotive Forum – the Women in Automotive Forum event will now be included in Members’ Retreat & Gala Fundraiser event.\nChildren over the age of 5 are no longer free (hotel policy).\n\nGolf Tournament Details: \nOsoyoos Golf & Country Club  – Friday Sept 12\, 2025 | 9am tee off | best ball format \nSecure your foursome or individual registration using the register button above. \nHotel reservations\nSpirit Ridge Resort – Osoyoos\, BC \n \n Book Now\n \nSponsorship Opportunities\nClick to see sponsorship opportunities: \n \n Sponsorship\n \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the event\, please click here to secure your purchase.  \n  \nSponsorship\nWe hope that you will offer support to the industries and association that support you. There are some changes to the items included in the Key & Premiere sponsorship packages\, i.e. golf is no longer included. However Key Sponsors now have access to the ARA’s Honda Celebration of Light boat cruise this summer! Also\,  we have partnered with EventCamp to assist in coordinating the event registration and/or sponsorship. This will provide numerous advantages for attendees and organizers. \nClick below to view our prospectus to see all available sponsorship opportunities. \n \n Sponsorship Prospectus\n \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the event\, please click below to secure your purchase. \n \n Secure your sponsorship\n \nUpon completing your purchase\, please remember to register your package in your EventCamp account by going to My Centre/My Packages\, Level 1 or Level 2\, in order to showcase your company’s sponsorship on the EventCamp App.  When registering your sponsorship package\, you can also upload your high resolution company logo file so we can publish the logos immediately on our social media and web presence. \n<< Click anywhere outside this box to return tothe 2025 Member Retreat Gala page.>> \nSponsorship\nWe hope that you will offer support to the industries and association that support you. There are some changes to the items included in the Key & Premiere sponsorship packages\, i.e. golf is no longer included. However Key Sponsors now have access to the ARA’s Honda Celebration of Light boat cruise this summer! Also\,  we have partnered with EventCamp to assist in coordinating the event registration and/or sponsorship. This will provide numerous advantages for attendees and organizers. \nClick below to view our prospectus to see all available sponsorship opportunities. \n \n Sponsorship Prospectus\n \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the event\, please click below to secure your purchase. \n \n Secure your sponsorship\n \nUpon completing your purchase\, please remember to register your package in your EventCamp account by going to My Centre/My Packages\, Level 1 or Level 2\, in order to showcase your company’s sponsorship on the EventCamp App.  When registering your sponsorship package\, you can also upload your high resolution company logo file so we can publish the logos immediately on our social media and web presence. \n<< Click anywhere outside this box to return tothe 2025 Member Retreat Gala page.>> \nEvent Sponsors\nKey Event Sponsors\n \n \nPremier Sponsors\n .       \nÀ la carte Sponsors\n      .     .      URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2025-members-retreat-gala-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Spirit Ridge Resort\, Osoyoos\, Rancher Creek Rd\, Osoyoos\, B.C.\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AGM-2025-Graphic.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250709T151052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T163429Z UID:4596-1755176400-1755187200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2025 ARA Auto Glass Division AGM DESCRIPTION:Join us in Kelowna on August 14 for the 2025 ARA Auto Glass Division AGM at Mission Hill Winery. This in-person meeting will cover division news\, updates and key priorities for the year ahead. \nSpace is limited and attendance is first come first serve. \nIf you are unable to attend in person\, a recording of the AGM will be shared on our YouTube channel following the event. \nEvent Details🗓️ August 14📍 Mission Hill Winery\, Kelowna⏰ 1:00 to 4:00 PM \nRegistration will be via email. Please reach out to agd@ara.bc.ca to confirm your attendance. Once again\, space is limited and attendance is first come first serve. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2025-ara-auto-glass-division-agm/ LOCATION:Mission Hill Winery\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-AGD-AGM-revised-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T153000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250728T204853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T204015Z UID:4630-1755176400-1755185400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:LMD Open House DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ARA LMD Open House \nLicensed Motor Dealers are invited to join us at OPENLANE Vancouver for an afternoon of networking and discussion focused on the latest trends and challenges in the motor dealer industry. This event is open to both members and non-members looking to connect and learn more about the ARA’s LMD division. \n📍 7111 No 8 Rd\, Richmond (OPENLANE Vancouver)📅 Thursday August 14🕐 1:00 to 3:30 PM\nEvent is free to attend with light snacks and refreshments provided. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/lmd-open-house/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LMD-Open-House-websitev3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250709T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250709T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250702T212021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T212555Z UID:4587-1752066000-1752069600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Webinar - Driving Profit & Precision with ALLDATA | July 9th DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth session with the team from ALLDATA as they walk through key insights and practical tools designed to support collision repair professionals. \nWhat to expect:\n– Top commonly missed items identified through industry research\n– How the ALLDATA workflow tool supports best practices\n– Live demo of the ALLDATA Repair Planner for faster access to key info\n– Q&A and industry feedback on future tool development \nThis is a great opportunity to gain insight into how your team can increase efficiency and improve outcomes using the latest features from ALLDATA. \nEvent Details: \n🗓️ July 9\n⏰ 1:00-2:00 PM\n📍Register Now URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/webinar-driving-profit-precision-with-alldata-july-9th/ CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ALLDATA-Webinar-July-9-event-page-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250621T222622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T153431Z UID:4543-1750464000-1756598399@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2025 Pedal Car Challenge DESCRIPTION: \n \n \nThe entries are in\, and voting is now open. Choose your favourite in each of three categories.Voting open until August 30\, 2025.View and vote for entries: \n \n VIEW ENTRIES URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2025-pedal-car-challenge/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250523T153726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T175857Z UID:4443-1750356000-1750366800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Towing and Recovery Networking Social DESCRIPTION:ARA TRD Networking Social  – Langley\n\nCome join the ARA team for our 2nd Towing and Recovery Network Social. Meet others in the industry and hear the latest updates from the ARA. \nWhere:\nMatch Eatery\nCascades Casino\n20393 Fraser Hwy\nLangley\, B.C \nWhen:\nJune 19\, 2025\n6:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nRegister now – https://www.eventcamp.ca/event/towing-and-recovery-networking-social \nNotes: This is a non-sponsored event. Everyone will be responsible for their own costs. This meeting is open to everyone associated with the towing and recovery industry in BC.  There is a limited number of registrations available for this event. You must register before June 12th. \n  URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/towing-and-recovery-networking-social/ LOCATION:Match Eatery and Public House (Cascade Casino)\, 6005 BC-17A\, Delta\, British Columbia\, V4K 5B8\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/TRD-Networking-Social-June-2025-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250523T195752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T195831Z UID:4446-1750165200-1750168800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Webinar - Navigating the New Commercial Liens Act DESCRIPTION:The new Commercial Liens Act comes into effect on June 30\, 2025\, creating one clear set of lien rules for anyone who repairs\, stores or transports goods. The change reduces risks and costs by updating rules and processes that are easier to understand\, benefiting businesses and their customers. \nThe ARA will be hosting an educational webinar to help you navigate through these changes. \nRegister here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a1f929cf-12e2-4ff3-91ef-23ff336be79d@b4191bc0-4ecb-45f8-9ebe-86fdf043dfa3 URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/webinar-navigating-the-new-commercial-liens-act/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Commercial-Leins-Webinar-Social-Media-Post-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T134500 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250530T130749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T172825Z UID:4459-1749646800-1749649500@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Cyber Threats Are Accelerating — Is your business prepared? DESCRIPTION:Cyber Threats Are Accelerating — Is your business prepared? \nCanadian businesses — including automotive retailers — are facing an unprecedented wave of cyberattacks. From ransomware to data breaches\, the threats are growing more sophisticated\, more frequent\, and more costly. No business is too small\, and no industry is immune. \nJoin Dyrand Systems and the ARA for an exclusive cybersecurity webinar designed specifically for ARA members. We’ll explore the current state of cyber risk in Canada\, expose the tactics threat actors are using to target businesses like yours\, and show you how to build a resilient defence — before it’s too late. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n· The latest cyber threats impacting Canadian businesses of all sizes \n· Real-world examples of attacks \n· Practical steps to protect your systems\, staff\, and customers \n· How Dyrand can help you keep the bad guys out \nDon’t wait for a breach to take action. Join us and take the first step toward a more secure future. We will draw a winner live during the webinar for an ARA member to win a $500 gift card. \nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BktQUA2OQQqNxHOSJrTjgA#/registration \nAbout\n \n  \nAs Dyrand’s newly appointed Chief Revenue Officer Alexander’s primary responsibility is overseeing new client partnership opportunities. He has a deep passion for talking to clients about their business and presenting them with the best possible technology solutions. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/cyber-threats-are-accelerating-is-your-business-prepared/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dyrand-Webinar-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250529T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250529T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20250501T161415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T154748Z UID:4426-1748541600-1748550600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:ARA MRD Networking Social  DESCRIPTION:ARA MRD Networking Social  – Langley\n\nWhere:\nRicky’s All Day Grill – Murrayville\n22314 Fraser Hwy\, Langley\, BC \nWhen:\nThursday\, May 29th\n6:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nWhat:\nBusiness Solutions for Profits Today & Succession Tomorrow\nJoin us for an insightful evening featuring Murray Voth\, along with updates from the ARA on: \n\nBC’s Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Strategy\nRight to Repair\nVehicle Security\n\nPlease note that seating is limited for this event\, and we encourage you to register early to ensure your attendance. \nRegister here – https://www.eventcamp.ca/event/business-solutions-for-profits-today-and-succession-tomorrow-an-mrd-networking-social \n🍽️ Note: Dinner will be covered but each guest is responsible for the cost of any alcoholic beverages. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/ara-mrd-networking-social/ LOCATION:Ricky’s All Day Grill\, 22314 Fraser Hwy\, Langley\, BC\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MRD-Networking-Social-529-Flyer-revised-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T163000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20241125T223243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T000015Z UID:4316-1733234400-1733243400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2024 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Notice of Annual General Meeting\n \nTo our esteemed members\nBased on feedback from previous Member Retreats and AGMs\, we are offering a virtual AGM this year. This allows members to vote on important matters without the time or expense of attending in person. The meeting will be broadcast via Zoom with a digital copy recorded for future reference. \n\nDATE: DECEMBER 3\, 2024\nTIME: 2:00 PM PACIFIC\nVIA ZOOM\n\n\nClick here to register\n \nAgenda\n\nAdopt past minutes\nChairman’s report\nPresident/CEO’s report\nTreasurer’s report\nElection of Secretary-Treasurer\nNew business\nGuest speaker: Dave Cyr on provincial election results\n\nThe ARA thanks you for your continued support. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2024-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T192042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T030154Z UID:3970-1732726800-1732730400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, CRD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Collision Repair Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Rick Hatswell\, and CRD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00PM Wednesday\, November 27: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-crd-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T194037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T025338Z UID:3983-1730912400-1730916000@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, AGD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Auto Glass Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Cam Leslie\, and AGD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00PM Wednesday\, November 6: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-agd-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Glass Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240904T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240904T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T193847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T025036Z UID:3980-1725469200-1725472800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, AGD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Auto Glass Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Cam Leslie\, and AGD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00PM Wednesday\, September 4: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-agd-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Glass Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240828T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240828T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T191855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T025910Z UID:3968-1724864400-1724868000@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, CRD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Collision Repair Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Rick Hatswell\, and CRD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00PM Wednesday\, August 28: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-crd-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240816T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240830T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240816T215921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T220320Z UID:4256-1723795200-1725037200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:2024 Pedal Car Challenge DESCRIPTION:2024 Pedal Car Challenge\n \nThe entries are in\, and voting is now open. Choose your favourite in each of three categories.Voting open until August 30\, 2024.View and vote for entries: \n  \n \n Vote Now URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/2024-pedal-car-challenge/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-Pedal-Car-Challenge-Vote-Post-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240626T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240626T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T191656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T025622Z UID:3965-1719421200-1719424800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, CRD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Collision Repair Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Rick Hatswell\, and CRD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00PM Wednesday\, June 26: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-crd/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Collision Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240508T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240508T180000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20240424T193138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T024637Z UID:3972-1715187600-1715191200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Industry Network Meeting\, AGD DESCRIPTION:This one-hour Industry Network meeting for the Auto Glass Division will be held via Zoom with the division chair\, Cam Leslie\, and AGD senior advisor\, David Ribeiro.\nJoin the meeting at 5:00 PM Wednesday\, May 8: \nJoin Meeting \nWhy Join In?\n\nFeel part of something (your network to share concerns\, learn from each other)\nHelp set topics for clarification at ICBC Liaison\nA chance to have open and frank dialogue\n\nRules\n\nFair\, open dialogue that should be respectful of others\nNo collusion between industry members URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/industry-network-meeting-agd/ LOCATION:Zoom\, B.C.\, Canada CATEGORIES:Glass Repair ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101040 CREATED:20231005T021540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T014028Z UID:3595-1700762400-1700773200@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:The Third Annual Women in Automotive Networking Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 23 for the third annual Women in Automotive Networking Night\, hosted by the Automotive Retailers Association (ARA)! \nWomen are leading the way across various business sectors\, and the automotive industry is no exception. Be a part of this special night where we dive deep into the unique perspectives and expertise that women contribute to the automotive world. \nOur evening networking event will feature a workshop that highlights the contributions of women to the industry and ways to empower them. This workshop\, led by the dynamic speaker and facilitator Andrea Jacques\, is titled EmpowHering Your Potential. During the session\, we will explore: \n\nWhy it’s your time to lead. How feminine leadership qualities are winning the day.\nHow to leverage your authentic strengths to fulfill your potential in life and work.\nWhat contributions you have already made to your team and how to amplify your impact.\nWhat women in the industry need – and how meeting these needs helps everyone.\n\n  \nREGISTER NOW\n  \nBECOME A SPONSOR\n  \nGuest Speaker & Facilitator\nAndrea Jacques believes that the best wisdom in the room comes from the audience\, so don’t expect to sit back and be entertained. Come prepared to share your learning\, ask your questions\, and participate in creating a brighter future for women – and everyone else – in the automotive industry. \nAndrea Jacques has spent more than three decades pursuing her passion for helping purpose-driven people and businesses to fulfill their potential and make the world a better place. She is the founder of Kyosei Consulting\, the creator of the Life-Work Integrity™ coaching program\, and the author of Wabi-Sabi Wisdom: Inspiration for an Authentic Life (available on Amazon.com). As a speaker\, coach\, and author she excels at unlocking individual and team performance\, inspiring engagement\, and growing leaders at every level. Andrea’s unique “east-meets-west” approach was birthed during her time in Japan working with large multinationals\, but her work has since spanned across governments\, nonprofits\, and businesses of all sizes. In her spare time\, she loves cycling\, cold water swimming\, beating her husband and son at Scrabble\, and working on one of the eighteen other books she is writing. \n  \nThank you to our generous sponsors\nPLATINUM \n            \n  \nGOLD \n        \nSILVER \n         \n  URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/the-third-annual-women-in-automotive-networking-night/ LOCATION:Hilton Vancouver Metrotown\, 6083 McKay Ave\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5H 2W7\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2023-Women-in-Automotive-agenda-scaled.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR