Knowing the Industry

Donate a Car in Alberta

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Can I donate a car in Alberta? Yes! It's easy, friendly, and quick. You can choose any Canadian charity you love! Check out our easy 1-2-3 steps to donate...

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The Surprising Difference! Tax Receipt vs Donation Amount

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The Surprising Difference Between a Tax Receipt and a Vehicle Donation Amount By Dunia Noseda-Bonokoski What if you got a tax receipt for $200.00  from the favorite charity that you donated your vehicle to, only to find out that they didn’t really get $200.00  but only got $40.00 dollars worth of the $200.00.  Wouldn’t that be a bit of a puzzle to figure out? Well it happens a lot and it can be a bit misleading if you don’t know that it is happening. Continue reading "The Surprising Difference! Tax Receipt vs Donation Amount" →

It Takes A ‘Village’ to Retire Your Ride!

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Retire Your Ride Waaaaaay back in 2011 we passed the 1 billion mark for cars on the planet. That's a lot of:
  • metal
  • rubber
  • glass
  • fabric
  • emissions
  • storage
  • jobs
    • creation/production
    • oil
    • gas
    • repairs
  • progress
  • memories
  • recycling
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Team Work Makes the Dream Work!

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One of the inspiring things about running any company, organization, charity, or even a home? We don't do it alone! Whether we truly recognize it or not. Everything in life intertwines in some way or another, and sometimes it’s easy to forget how much others factor in to our success. Continue reading "Team Work Makes the Dream Work!" →

Which Charities Accept Vehicle Donations?

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Have you heard? Canada is home to over 80,000 registered charities! Which charities accept vehicle donations? All of them!

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Summertime Car Donation | 8 Special Causes to Consider

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Clearing out the garage and looking for a destination for your summertime car donation? Here are a few helpful suggestions of some of the causes and communities at-the-ready to receive your generous gift.

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Donating an Estate Vehicle

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Donating an estate vehicle is a storied experience. Are you planning or settling an estate? It can feel daunting, but we have a simple, quick, free process. In fact, we'll take care of (almost) all of the details for you and your loved ones!

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Alberta Children’s Hospital | 100+ Years of Caring

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Did you know? The Alberta Children's Hospital is over 100 years old! Donors like you make the partnership between the ACHF and Donate a Car Canada a generous match. Just wait 'til you see how your gifts are adding up!

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Made in Canada | Canadian Crooners Inspire

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Humankind. Be both! This year's Juno awards gave a sampling of how made in Canada music makers feel about this amazing country.

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