Inside this Issue:
- Billing Deadline
- AutoCareersBC.ca
- Industry Network Meeting, Collision Repair Division
- We work for you
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Contact us:
Email: GroupBenefits@ara.bc.ca
Phone: (604) 419-3629
Fax: (604) 419-0299

Billing Deadline
Please ensure any changes in staffing, coverage, etc… are submitted prior to March 27, 2025 for April 2025 billing.
All changes need to be in place in order to make the billing cycle. Updates filed after the 27th will show on the following month’s billing.
For New Addition, Changes, and Terminations, we would prefer a scanned and emailed copy to GroupBenefits@ara.bc.ca. We still need the originally signed enrollment form and change forms if you changing beneficiary, please mail these to the ARA office as normal.
New Hire email is sent out at the end of the Month
AutoCareersBC.ca
The road to a strong automotive workforce starts with industry support.
AutoCareersBC is calling on ARA members to help us connect with future professionals. Get involved in upcoming outreach events and show young people what a career in automotive is all about! Join our industry partners and proud ARA members such as Craftsman Collision, BASF, CARSTAR and Color Compass in making an impact. Reach out today to learn how you can get involved.

Industry Network Meeting of 2025 – Collision Division
Attention collision industry professionals – we’re excited to invite you to our first Industry Network Meeting of 2025! This is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow experts, exchange valuable insights, and drive forward the progress of our field.
Your involvement is key to shaping our discussions for the ICBC Liaison meetings and ensuring our industry’s voice is both impactful and well-represented. Let’s come together to advance our standards and embrace new opportunities through open conversation and collaboration.
Event Details:
🗓️ March 5
⏰ 5:00-6:00 PM
