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Staying the Course

When The Tracker went to press the issue of ‘on again, off again’ tariffs continued to dominate our news feeds. It’s true that we face a higher degree of uncertainly these days. As we continue to monitor the situation, we’re pleased to bring you this edition of The Tracker, filled with association and industry news.

Spring is almost here. Well, not quite. Winter conditions still prevail in much of the country, which likely explains why more Canadians are properly equipping their vehicles with good winter tires. Catch up with TRAC’s survey to that effect.

This issue contains the first of what we hope will be an ongoing series saluting some of our illustrious pioneering colleagues in the industry. Our inaugural piece features Verne Bullock, who built Columbia Tire, starting out in the late 1960s. We hope it will inspire you to think of others who we should cover. Please let us know.

On that note, later this year we’re planning to induct our newest members into the Western Canada Tire Dealers Hall of Fame. We urge you to give serous consideration as to who you feel would be deserving of such an honour. Find more info and the nomination form in this edition.

There’s more, of course, from helpful ideas on how to mitigate risk to your business to a heads-up re. this year’s Alberta Charity Golf Tournament, with all the forms you need included.

Here’s to imminent real spring weather!

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WCTD Announces Training in Saskatoon for February 2025

Western Canada Tire Dealers will be in Saskatoon offering Tire Industry Association level 300 Automotive Tire Service (ATS)—Feb 26-28, 2025—and Commercial Tire Service (CTS)—Feb 24-26, 2025.

We all know how vital it is to keep our staff properly trained and informed, especially in a world where technological shifts are happening at such a rapid pace. Our training regimen in partnership with TIA is highly regarded as one of the best in the industry. 

We urge you now to make plans with your staff to attend as we expect places to fill up quickly.

Please note the following…

• Attendees are to bring their own PPE equipment (Steel toed shoes. gloves, hard hats, vests, safety glasses etc.) for the practical, hands-on portion of the training.

• Training material, lunches and coffee breaks will be provided. All other expenses are the students’ responsibility.

Registration must be received and accepted one week prior to the course. Completed forms may be e-mailed to rayg@wctd.ca or mailed by Canada Post to: WCTD, 65 Woodbine Road, Sherwood Park, Alberta, T8A 4A7

Questions or concerns? Please call Ray Geleta at 780-554-9259 or e-mail  rayg@wctd.ca