North Country Tire Extends its Customer Experience to Manitoba

Aug 1st marked the opening of NCT’s fifth warehouse aimed at supporting expansion into the Winnipeg market

North Country Tire (NCT), an Edmonton-based wholesale distributor of quality tires announces its newest commitment to expanding Western operations. The 50,000 sq ft warehouse in Winnipeg, MB represents an extension of NCT’s commitment to excellence in their customer experience from BC through to MB.

NCT’s newest distribution centre is strategically located at #3, 200 Discovery Place, Winnipeg MB, R3C 2E6 and will begin operations on July 1st. The opening will give customers in MB the opportunity to evaluate NCT’s service in the slower summer months, giving them the confidence to rely on consistent deliveries as the industry moves into the winter rush. “In a supply chain where there are many choices, we know consistency plays a key role in the customer experience. Because of that, we want to give Winnipeg customers the chance to test us before the busiest time of year. We want to earn their trust and demonstrate that we’ve got their back when it’s the experience of their customer on the line.” Jared PW – Vice President, NCT

Rapid Expansion

In seven years from the doors first opening in Edmonton, North Country Tire has quickly expanded to become one of Western Canada’s favourite regional suppliers. Now represented in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta and Kelowna, and Langley, BC; NCTs Winnipeg location showcases the commitment to being a Western Canada-wide provider of leading customer experience “Customer experience drives decision making in our family business, it always has. I personally invite local shops to try us out and experience our tires-simplified approach firsthand.” Cory Davis – CO, NCT

About NCT

North Country Tire is a locally owned and operated Canadian business, with a head office in Edmonton, Alberta. Established in 2015 by Cory and Chad Davis, NCT represents the Davis brothers’ first tire distribution centre, but not their first foray into tires. The family legacy started with their father, Clint, who gave the boys a deep education on the value of customer experience early in their development. A core value that remains at the forefront of NCT’s commitment today.

 www.northcountrytire.ca

Federated Insurance Wayne Budge Achievement Award

WCTD is pleased to announce the addition of an extra scholarship to the association’s academic awards program. The Federated Insurance Wayne Budge Achievement Award will be offered, starting this year, generously sponsored by Federated Insurance.

Wayne Budge holds the post of Manager, Association Partnerships at Federated, where his career has spanned 40 years. 

“We are truly delighted to be able to honour Wayne in this manner,” says WCTD Executive Director Ray Geleta. “Wayne has been a good friend and unswerving supporter of the association over the years. A trusted advisor to our executive and membership, he has also never missed a single convention or golf tournament.”

All qualifying applicants for the WCTD 2022 Scholarship Program will be considered for Federated Insurance Wayne Budge Achievement Award. Full details of the program and downloadable application form are here.

The deadline for application is August 15, 2022.

On the Road Again! Shifting into ‘Normal’

This issue of The Tracker sees us all finally getting things back up to post-pandemic speed.

First and foremost, president Neal Shymko bids us a fond ‘adieu’ as he passes the gavel to incoming president Tim Hollett. However, says Shymko, “I’ll still be here and I will continue to represent you as past president and I look forward to working with our board members to do all that we can for the Association and for you, our members.”

The Summer Tracker is packed with valuable information to help you run your business successfully and safely, especially during this busy selling season. On that note, you’ll find an update on the return of the WCTD Safety Committee, with plenty more to come. We encourage you to let us know of any issues you’re encountering so that we may bring them to the committee’s attention.

Somewhat related, we urge you to read the special bulletin from the Motor Safety Association on the Dangers of Mounting Mismatched Rims and Tires. Also, don’t miss an important Federated Insurance communiqué on Preventing Electrical Fires. You’ll find also a Federated update on generally what’s been happening in insurance in our industry.

There’s also one more reminder to make sure all the necessary information on the WCTD Scholarship Awards is circulated to those who qualify. This year’s deadline for submissions is August 15th.

There’s plenty more in the latest issue of The Tracker, including a glance back at that most remarkable of cars, the Citröen DS.  Read up on what’s happening with your association. Download your copy today!

Notice of Annual General Meeting

Notice is hereby given the Annual General Meeting for Western Canada Tire Dealers will be held on April 27th at 11:00 am Mountain Standard Time (Alberta Time) via Zoom. 

Voting members may join via Zoom or make submissions in writing to be received by Friday, April 1st. If you are a member interested in attending please e-mail rayg@wctd.ca to receive the Zoom invitation and the agenda. 

The directors request your attention, participation and input to help them direct the business of the association. 

If you require more information please contact Ray Geleta at rayg@wctd.ca 

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WCTD at 60: the Power of Association

In 1962 a group of independent tire dealers came together in Banff, Alberta, to discuss forming an association of like-minded industry business owners. In addition to the tire retailers, the group also included a few key representatives from the suppliers’ side. Their efforts resulted in the founding of Western Canada Tire Dealers. The organization has since grown to become one of the most successful of its kind, both inside the automotive industry and without.

Their plan: to create a cooperative association that would work to improve the tire industry across the board, by working in areas from safety and education to technical training and effective lobbying, and more. 

No question, the intent of the association’s founders was indeed visionary. However, little could they have imagined the far-reaching impact of their efforts 60 years on.  And while the majority hailed primarily from southern Alberta and the interior of BC it wasn’t long before both board and membership spanned the western provinces and territories, from Northwestern Ontario to British Columbia.

In 2022 Western Canada Tire Dealers is delighted to be celebrating our 60th anniversary. We hope you’re proud to be a part of it.

There’s plenty more in the latest issue of The Tracker, where you can read up on what’s changed, what’s new and the shape of things to come. 

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Federated Risk Insights: Battery Fires

Some common ignition sources for fires can occur when vehicles and equipment experience electrical malfunctions at service centres and repair shops. Highway motor vehicles, marine vehicles, recreational vehicles and equipment all contain various electrical components, such as batteries, cables and wiring, power generators and electronic control units. In a matter of minutes, your property could be engulfed in a fire as the flames from a vehicle encounter other highly combustible material as a result of ignition from an electrical source.

Real life scenario: A customer brings in a vehicle — with no immediate visible issues — to a repair shop. Later, the vehicle catches on fire and the fire extends throughout the building causing property damage. After a thorough investigation, it is discovered the cause of the fire was electrical in nature, due to the battery cable from a charger being left on all night. Charging electrical systems can build up heat, especially if damaged or if safety components like fuses fail. This heat build-up can cause components to melt and eventually ignite combustible material or even cause explosions.

Read about what precautions to take, how to protect your business and prevent life-threatening injuries here.