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Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community (YPA) consists of Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) members under the age of 45 who are looking to climb the ladder of the auto care sector.

Benefits of being in the community

Expand your network

Attend exclusive events

Further your professional development

Position yourself as an industry thought leader

Gain mentorship opportunities

Joining the community

Membership in the YPA community is open to individuals who meet all of the following criteria:

Young executives (executives or managers) younger than 45 years of age.
From AIA Canada member companies in good standing.
On-track for senior positions within their company.

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The leading voice of Young Professionals in the Auto care sector

The YPA community is led by a standing committee of the AIA Canada Board of Directors and is the leading voice of the community. It consists of a minimum of ten members who strive to better the experience of young professionals in the auto care sector by working closely with AIA Canada management to access current industry information, activities, and resources of the community.

Recent Young Professionals in the Auto care sector community news

Federal election 2025: What Canada’s major political party platforms mean for the auto care sector

April 23, 2025

As Canada heads toward federal election day, the country’s two major political parties have laid out competing visions for the road ahead as they vie for the opportunity to form government. Here is what you need to know from the newly released Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) “Change” platform and...

YPA Committee announces appointment of Hitesh Patel as Vice Chair

April 15, 2025

Ottawa, Ontario, April 15, 2025 — The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector (YPA) Committee is pleased to announce the appointment of Hitesh Patel as its first Vice Chair. This new role strengthens the YPA Committee’s leadership by providing greater continuity and capacity to advance its mandate. The Vice...

Understanding the impact of Bill 96: What Quebec’s new language regulations mean for your auto care business

April 4, 2025

The way businesses operate in Quebec is changing, and if you are part of the auto care sector, it is essential to stay informed. Bill 96, which amends the Charter of the French Language, introduces stricter French-language requirements for businesses. These changes will impact how you use trademarks, advertise services,...