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AUTOCANADA EXPANDS COLLISION NETWORK WITH EDMONTON ACQUISITION

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Executive Summary

  • AutoCanada Inc. completed the acquisition of Doug’s Place Strathcona, a single‑shop collision and refinish repair facility in Edmonton, Alberta.
  • The purchase expands AutoCanada’s collision network to 31 centres, adds OEM certifications (e.g., Mercedes‑Benz, BMW, Tesla) and new Direct Repair Program relationships with Intact, TD and AMA.
  • Post‑acquisition the shop will be rebranded “ACX Doug’s Place,” enhancing service capacity and incremental repair volume for AutoCanada’s four nearby dealerships.

Key Details

  • Acquired Asset: Doug’s Place Strathcona – a collision and refinish repair facility located in Edmonton, AB.
  • Transaction Completion: Announced as completed on October 6 2025.
  • Strategic Rationale: Complements existing collision presence in Edmonton; expands capacity; broadens OEM and insurance partner coverage.
  • OEM Certifications Added: Mercedes‑Benz, BMW, Mini, Nissan GTR, Tesla, Volkswagen, Volvo, Lexus, Genesis.
  • Insurance Partnerships Enhanced/Added: Existing partnerships with Intact and TD strengthened; new partnership established with AMA (American Mutual Assurance).
  • Network Impact: Increases AutoCanada’s total collision centres to 31 across Canada; supports capture of incremental repair volume from four nearby dealerships.
  • Rebranding Plan: Facility will operate under the name “ACX Doug’s Place.”
  • Contact for Further Information: Samuel Cochrane, Chief Financial Officer – Phone: 780‑732‑3157; Email: [email protected]

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