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

Why would you want to retire your ride?

The pendulum for so many years swung towards consumerism. Retire your ride? We didn’t even think about it! Create, build, consume, repeat. Without a lot of forward thought to the repercussions of such progress, the cycle continues. Vehicles have paved the way (pun intended) for much of the technology and forward thinking we have today. When the industrial revolution hit in the mid 1800’s, no one could have ever predicted the outcome.

While we all enjoy the benefits and luxuries afforded us by this revolution, we’ve also recognized the responsibility that comes with it to ensure proper care and awareness of our environment.

One thing we know for sure – there are lots of vehicles in Canada needing to be retired (think about that – 1 billion vehicles on the planet!), which translates into being repurposed or recycled. It is important to us at Donate A Car Canada to be mindful of the process.

A little more friendly to the environment

It’s taken several years for the vehicle recycling industry to transition into a more environmentally friendly focus. Now, it has come a long way to ensuring proper disposal and usage of materials when a vehicle becomes their responsibility. It is an expensive and time consuming process to remove and dispose of fluids properly. Then recyclers need to crush and pallet the metal and ship it somewhere to be used.

When a vehicle comes into our program, part of our process is to determine if it should be re-sold, or recycled. When looking for agents in various parts of the country to provide service for us, we try to secure environmentally conscientious guys first. It’s important to us that, when you’re ready to retire your ride, you have choices that work for you.

We’ve joined forces with so many amazing, dedicated and supportive towing agents, recyclers and auction houses and we are so very grateful for the part they play in the process of getting your donation from your yard to the dollars we send to your charities of choice!

Retire your ride with purpose

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference with your unused/unwanted vehicle, we’re your crew! You can donate it to any Canadian charity. Yup! ANY one of the over 80,000 organizations working to sustain, improve, research, heal, and entertain our amazing country.

The process is simple, quick, and free. Fill in an online donation form. Then wait for one of the above-mentioned tow agents to call to arrange your free tow support. Next, wait for your tax receipt to arrive in your inbox!

So, if you’re done with it, do good with it!

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Team work is at the heart of Donate a Car Canada

At Donate A Car, some of the main contributors to our success are our agents. They are the tow drivers, the recycling depots, and the auction houses that we rely on. These agents take care of getting your donated vehicles where they need to go. And believe-you-me, they do this come rain, hail, sleet, or snow!

From processing your vehicle information, tending pick-up details, and profitably re-selling that trusty ol’ car, they’ve got you (and us) covered! All of this so that your valuable donation dollars benefit your chosen charity!

We do not underestimate their value, as they are often the only faces you’ll see representing Donate A Car Canada. Because we are a nationwide company, it is crucial to have agents aligned with our values. They understand the importance of doing good and providing excellent service that supports a good cause.

So how does our team work relationship with the agents work?

When a vehicle is donated, it is assigned to be re-sold or recycled. That agent will be geographically near the location of the donated vehicle. They are not paid staff of Donate A Car, but rather connections. Ensuring your vehicles are picked up and processed is their jam. They are independent business owners and often offer their services to us at a reduced rate! Their aim is to ensure maximum donation-dollar benefit to your charity of choice.

We believe a BIG share of credit for the success of our program goes to these dedicated people across Canada. They take what we do (and what you donate) seriously. They ensure each donor is well cared for.

There are other players on this team, too!

Donate a Car Canada is a tight little bunch. Many of us have been working here for over a decade. Moreover, we are all trained across multiple facets of the business. This allows us to offer charity and donor care in a stream-lined and cost-efficient way. It also allows us to offer charity and donor care with a whole lot of humanity, humour, and kindness!

We are also partnered with CanadaHelps! If you haven’t seen the magnificent scope of their work, visit them today. Be amazed by the over 80,000 servicing organizations you’ll discover there! CanadaHelps are the folks that will ensure you receive the tax receipt for your vehicle donation.

Every car, truck, van, SUV, or motorcycle donation counts!

And, as  you can see, your in good hands with our team of capable, quality, funny people! Team work is the only way to keep all of this thrumming along seamlessly. We feel so lucky to be in the game with you.

Ready to get in the game? We can’t wait to see your vehicle donation!

Thanks team!

Team work makes the dream work! ~John Maxwell

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