by Steve Fletcher, Automotive Recyclers of Canada Managing Director The Canadian End-of-life Vehicle (ELV) recycling sector is sailing into shifting winds and changing currents that will redefine the industry for years to come. Market forces and public policies… Read full post »
On April 1, a federal government department banned asbestos use in renovations and new construction, but it’s still in the brake pads we’re now required to handle. – Steve Fletcher Since new regulations came into effect for Ontario auto recyclers… Read full post »
A new Saskatchewan association pushes for safe automobile recycling. Saskatchewan was the last province to have a recycling association. It was time to step up and head in the right direction. After you have finished the last glass… Read full post »
Over the past year, 50 metal scrapyards in North America have ceased operations and hundreds of others are stockpiling their inventories under the pretense of waiting out the downswing in prices for steel, iron ore, and other commodities,… Read full post »
On March 31st, 2016, Ontario announced new regulations that will have a profound impact on the Canadian auto recycling industry for years to come. The End of Life Vehicle regulation under the Ontario Environmental Protection Act is the… Read full post »