BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ARA Events - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ARA Events 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:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 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:20240816T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240830T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 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:20211102T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211102T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20211018T235801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T223529Z UID:2324-1635850800-1635854400@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:Consider Becoming a Tow Truck Operator: AutoCareersBC Webinar DESCRIPTION:Many do not realize just how important the role towing and recovery professionals play in keeping our world moving. To learn more and understand the importance of the towing and recovery industry\, AutoCareersBC is hosting a free webinar “So you want to be a hero?” on November 2 at 11 am. The industry is filled with heroes and if you have ever wanted a job where you can help people and make a difference\, consider becoming a tow truck operator. \nJoining us is our guest speaker Chris Logan\, owner/operator of Roadway Towing in Delta. Together we will discuss a day in the life of a tow truck operator\, challenges and opportunities presented on the job\,  responding to automotive accidents\, traffic management\, what a new tow operator can expect to make in their first year\, training and education\, and—arguably the best part of the job—how to turn someone’s worst day into a positive experience. \nChris Logan has been a towing and recovery professional for over 14 years and the recipient of the prestigious WreckMaster of the Year award in 2019. He is an active supporter of  professional training within the towing and recovery industry in Canada. \nWebinar participants will get a chance to win a six-hour ride-along with Roadway Towing! \nREGISTER\n  \nWho is this webinar for? \nThis webinar will provide  valuable information to anyone  who is interested in learning more about the towing and recovery industry\, including people considering a career change\, students choosing their future job\, or even novice tow operators who are new to the industry. \n  URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/towing-and-recovery-autocareersbc-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Tow-Truck-Operator-webinar-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20211019T002659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T002927Z UID:2330-1635415200-1635436800@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:AutoCareersBC at Canadian Immigrant Fair DESCRIPTION:AutoCareersBC is committed to attract new talents to the automotive industry and help young professionals decide which career path is the right for them. During the upcoming Canadian Immigrant Virtual Fair\, job seekers will have an opportunity to stop at AutoCareersBC’s virtual booth and learn more about automotive careers available in B.C. \nMark your calendars and attend the free\, all-day Virtual Fair on THURSDAY\, OCTOBER 28. Click HERE to register! URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/autocareersbc-at-canadian-immigrant-fair/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AutoCareersBC-logo-transparent.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20210923T225010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T225010Z UID:2284-1634130000-1634133600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:EVfriendly webinar DESCRIPTION:It is with great pleasure to announce that the long-awaited EVfriendly program is finally here to help automotive industry accommodate the proliferation of electric vehicles. In this webinar\, you will learn about the many benefits of shifting your business to electric and how EVfriendly can help you lead the way in this sector and instil trust in your customers. \nOffering industry training and certification programs for licensed motor dealers\, towing and recovery companies\, collision and mechanical repair facilities\, and vehicle dismantling and recycling businesses\, EVfriendly supports the industry in adopting the biggest technological change of our lifetime. By helping your staff upgrade the skills needed to work on electric cars\, EVfriendly builds confidence with consumers driving these vehicles\, so they are assured that their car is taken care of by trained and qualified industry professionals. \nIntroducing the program and answering your questions during the webinar will be Ken Hendricks\, senior advisor of the Automotive Retailers Association. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/evfriendly-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/EVfriendly-webinar-600x400-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211007T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20210324T031007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T014810Z UID:1677-1633631400-1633638600@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:ARA 2021 AGM & Awards Presentations DESCRIPTION:Help us raise funds for Automotive Retailers Foundation \n  \nYou are all welcome to join us for a fun night in the company of like-minded people and beautiful cars tonight! Together we will recognize long-time ARA members\, award Show & Shine winners\, announce Outstanding Community Service and Entrepreneur of the Year awards\, and raise funds via a virtual live auction in support of Automotive Retailers Foundation Inc. (ARFI). \nREGISTER\n  \nCheck out some of the great prizes you can bid on to help raise funds for the Automotive Retailers Foundation Inc. during the fundraiser on October 7: \n \n  \n  \nEvent Sponsors\nThe ARA thanks all generous sponsors who make this event happen. For sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Terri Land at events@ara.bc.ca \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \nThe ARA is your association and\, although not in person this year\, the AGM is a way for us all to connect and work towards better future. To help us advocate on your behalf\, we need your input and attendance\, so please take the time and register now. URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/ara-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Awards-and-Auction-e1633651585833.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ARA":MAILTO:eventsplanning@ara.bc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T114500 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20210707T195147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T195301Z UID:1838-1626865200-1626867900@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:AutoCareersBC Webinar: The Ideal Employee DESCRIPTION:An employee is only as good as their employer\n  \nAs the automotive industry continues to evolve\, so do the skills and qualities of its workforce. The image of today’s ideal employee is very different from that of an ideal candidate 10 years ago\, as are the expectations placed on that employee by their employer. \nIn our third webinar in the AutoCareersBC series\, “The Ideal Employee\,” we will discuss not only what attributes to look for in a prospective employee\, but\, more importantly\, what an employer should offer to attract and retain the younger generation coming into the industry. In the search for ideal staff\, some businesses may forget that an employee is only as good as their employer\, so whether an employee enhances their skills at work depends on the environment and level of support they get from their employer. \nSharing his insights on how to bridge the gap between employer’s needs and employee’s expectations will be guest speaker Rick Hatswell\, president of Craftsman Collision\, an established family-owned business with over 40 auto body shop locations across Western Canada. The goal of this webinar is to provide valuable information for both automotive businesses looking to bring young people into the workforce and job seekers interested in better understanding what they can expect from an automotive career. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/autocareersbc-webinar-the-ideal-employee/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/ideal-employee-webinar.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210526T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210526T114500 DTSTAMP:20260430T175725 CREATED:20210326T002157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T022010Z UID:1702-1622026800-1622029500@www.events.ara.bc.ca SUMMARY:AutoCareersBC Webinar DESCRIPTION:Women only represent 13.7 percent of the workforce in the automotive industry according to the 2016 Canadian Census. With the labour shortage industry is currently facing\, it has never been a better time to open the conversation to both women and men about promoting inclusivity for all. \nOn May 26 at 11 am\, AutoCareersBC will host the webinar\, “Change Begins with Us – Women in the Automotive Industry.” As the automotive industry is still predominantly male\, this will be a conversation to discuss and identify not only what challenges women are facing coming into industry but also what opportunities are available to them. \n“Change Begins with Us” refers to not just women\, but also men. In order to break down barriers\, we need to bring men and women together to openly engage in finding ways to make the workplace the best it can be and that begins with all of us. Change comes one conversation at a time. \nThis event is open to everyone: Are you a student wondering what career opportunities are available to you? An employer looking for ways to improve your brand to attract new talent? Someone working in industry that feels they face discrimination? Then please join us! \nOur host Dejla Sabanac\, ARA industry advisor and AutoCareersBC program coordinator\, will be joined by Guest Speakers Chloe Jess and Mike Bocsik to discuss the skills and attributes women bring to industry\, the advantages and disadvantages of being a women in industry\, the importance of attitude\, and what to do if you feel you are being discriminated against. \nWe look forward to seeing you all there! URL:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/event/autocareersbc-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.events.ara.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/change-begins-with-us-autocareers.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR