Jan 30, 2024
In collaboration with Tire Industry Association (TIA), Western Canada Tire Dealers (WCTD) will be holding a Commercial Tire Service Training Level 300 course in Edmonton February 13th to 15th
Training Location: The classroom portion will be held at the NTD warehouse at 14404 – 128 Avenue, Edmonton. The practical portion location is to be determined.
Attendees are to bring their own PPE equipment (Steel Toe shoes. Gloves, Hard Hats, Vests, Glasses etc.) for the hands-on practical portion of the training.
Training Materials (manuals), Lunches and Coffee Breaks will be provided. All other expenses are the student’s responsibility.
The cost of the course is $600.00.
Download the application form here.
For more information contact Ray Geleta, WCTD Executive Director: RayG at wctd.ca
Jan 23, 2024
Important Notice to WCTD Members
Re. Canadian Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead
One year ago, on Feb 3, 2023, The Canadian Minister of the Environment registered the Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead Regulation.
This new regulation prohibits the importing and manufacturing of lead wheel weights containing more than 0.1% lead by weight into Canada. The regulation comes into full effect on Feb 3, 2024.
The Government of Canada’s analysis assumes that lead wheel weights will be completely phased out. Lead-free products will become the only type of wheel weights manufactured, imported and distributed in the Canadian market by Feb 3, 2024.
It also assumes that 12 months was enough time for the current stock of lead wheel weights to be used. However, the sale and installation of the remaining stock of lead wheel weights already in Canada will be allowed after the regulations come into force.
The government’s analysis assumes that regulated parties will pass on the incremental costs of alternatives to their customers. They include: independently owned repair shops, car dealers and tire dealers who will, in turn, pass them on to vehicle owners.
WCTD encourages our members to speak with their supplier(s) about the upcoming regulation changes; and how this will affect your purchasing, supply and cost.
The new regulation, along with additional information, may be viewed here – Canada Gazette, Part 2, Volume 157, Number 4: Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead Regulations
