Jul 23, 2024
An update from Federated Insurance advises: “we’re carefully monitoring the wildfires impacting parts of British Columbia and Alberta. To help you stay safe, we wanted to share some risk management tips, well as information on how to report a claim.”
Risk management resources
The following Federated guide outlines some best practices before, during, and after a wildfire to help you mitigate damage to your property:
Risk Insight – Wildfire plan and protection
Reporting Claims
Federated Insurance policyholders who have been impacted may contact them at 1.855.616.6262 or submit a claim online. Says Federated, “Our Claims team is standing by and ready to assist.”
If you’re insured with a different company, Federated encourages you to contact your insurance provider for assistance.
As this situation evolves, Federated will provide updates on their website, at federated.ca
Jul 9, 2024
It’s time to submit your application for the WCTD 2024/25 Scholarship program.
If you’re a member of the association in good standing, don’t delay to apply on behalf of your eligible family member!
WCTD Academic Scholarship Eligibility
The applicant is the immediate family member (son, daughter or spouse) or legal ward of a person who is a full time permanent employee, for at least one year, by a company that is a current voting member of the WCTD. And has been a member in good standing for the previous three (3) years.
The applicant must have been accepted to attend an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution and have registered for classes for the upcoming semester.
Application
The deadline for applications is August 15th, 2024.
All applications submitted must include the applicant’s Social Insurance Number.
The applicant must submit a resumé, not to exceed three typewritten pages, outlining their education to date, any involvement in extra curricular activities, any academic honours or any community or volunteer work that they may have done. The applicant must also submit reference letters which confirm their involvement or achievements. Reference letters cannot be from family members and must speak to the achievements of the applicant.
Send your application to WCTD Executive Director Ray Geleta: rayg at wctd.ca or call 780-554-9259 if you need more information.
May 6, 2024
The Summer Tracker coincides with the onset of the busy season—probably the most satisfying time of the tire dealer’s year.
Speaking of busy, in this issue we shine a spotlight on one of the busiest people in the industry. Len Ritchot celebrates four decades at Market Tire—which itself has been in business for over 70 years.
Before the mercury climbs (coming very soon) Federated Insurance suggests there’s no time like the present to make sure your Wildfire Preparedness plan is up to date. (You do have one, right?). Plus, you can get to know ‘Our Man at Federated’, Chris Leahey.
Good weather also means that golf season is in full swing. If you’re in the area, plan to play in the ever popular WCTD Alberta Annual Charity Golf Tournament—June 23rd. at Stony Plain Golf Course. Find registration and sponsorship forms on pages 20-21.
There’s more, from making the most of ADAS servicing to maximizing the potential benefits of AI. All this and the latest TRAC survey, which shows fuel efficiency and EV range are top of mind for Canadian Consumers.
One last word, don’t forget that August 15th—this year’s Academic Scholarship Deadline—is fast approaching. Make sure your staff is aware of how to apply for this truly valuable WCTD benefit. Details in The Tracker!
Feb 21, 2024
With the crazy, wild to mild weather swings we’re having across Western Canada it may be hard to believe … but spring is in the air!
In this issue of The Tracker we’re looking ahead to New Horizons—to what 2024 has in store down the road.
The replacement tire market has never been a simple or homogenous entity. However, there’s no shortage of helpful commentary as to what the next few months might hold, especially with regard to the ‘on-again off-again’ impact of EVs.
Read up on the latest in ‘Gauging the EV Conundrum in 2024; and get some inventory tips from the TIA / GFK forum held late last year on how to plan for those all important ‘bread and butter’ sizes that account for 60 percent of the market.
Federated Insurance offers a wealth of ideas on how to ensure you have a viable business interruption plan in place, which spans everything from power outages to cyber attacks and theft. As Federated says, “Risk Management is Never Done.”
We bid farewell to one of the association’s earliest and most loyal supporters, Garry Dickinson, who shaped BC’s D&D Tire into a major player in the 1970’s and early ‘80s.
If you’re in the vicinity please plan to attend the WCTD Annual General Meeting: Friday, March 15th, 2 PM at Victoria’s Grande Pacific Hotel, 463 Belleville Street.
There’s plenty more, of course, from recycling news to registration forms (for players and sponsors) for the sequel to last year’s highly successful WCTD Charity Golf Tournament, scheduled for June 23rd, 2024.
Download your Spring Tracker today!
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
