#108 — NAACC Presidents Year End Report
National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada
Celebrating 50 years of helping the Collector Car Hobby in Canada
Greetings NAACC members and friends,
As 2020 draws to a close I am reflecting back on an unforgettable year. The NAACC has had one of its busiest years ever in spite of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
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Meet the NAACC Directors
Tom Woodhouse National Executive Secretary and SK NAACC Director
Tom Woodhouse is a National Association Life Member and was inducted into the NAACC Hall of Fame in 2002. The National Association is very grateful for all of Toms efforts over the past 45 years. The collector car hobby owes Tom a huge ‘thank you’ for his efforts.
Tom says, “the National Association is really a vital organization for Canadian hobbyists and we are so very fortunate to have it in place. In reality many hobbyists don’t realize that the NAACC is staffed by unpaid volunteers who devote a significant number of hours annually to accomplish whatever they can for the whole hobby. It is very easy to not only spend your own money for National business but also to invest 60 or more hours a month administratively for the hobby. Every hour dedicated to the hobby is an hour that is not utilized in the volunteer’s own enjoyment of the hobby or working on a project. Of course, when you are self-employed it is also an hour not spent making a living,”
Tom, is self-employed and married with three adult children. He has supported NAACC since 1976. Tom worked with George Armstrong to form a new club in North Battleford in 1977. He also worked with past NAACC Director Ron Price-Jones to start another new club in Melfort SK in 1985.
Member of Parliament for Niagara, Ontario
The certificate from the Member of Parliament for Niagara, Ontario officially acknowledging July as Automotive Heritage Month for Ontario.
Alberta Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
WHEREAS automotive enthusiasts are celebrating the month of July as “Automotive Heritage Month” across Canada; Now therefore be it known that I, Nate Glubish, minister of Service Alberta, do hereby Declare July 9, 2021, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the Province of Alberta.
Signing the Proclamation at Stratford Town Hall
Price Edward Island Automotive Heritage & Collector Car Appreciation Day Proclamation
May 2021 Car Tour Through Fort Langley BC
Some members of various car clubs in BC got together to cruise through Fort Langely and spread joy to all those out walking that day.
Warren Rogalsky
I was as born in 1939 in southern Alberta ,Coaldale AB . I lived there till 1958 when I moved to Calgary AB.
I began my chosen profession as a professional truck driver. I had a succesful career for 45 yrs. My last job lasted 35 yrs with the same company hauling dry bulk cement thru the 3 western provenices SK.AB.BC. I managed to have 40 yrs & 4 million miles of accident free driving.
My personal life. I got married in 1962 & had 2 children. I remarried in 1990. I have 5 grandchildren. & 1 great granddaughter My spouse passed away in 2006.
My interest in cars was always there & being raised on a farm & being the oldest boy I had to drive at a early age. My uncle had a beautiful 1952 Pontiac which I thought was the best car ever. Having owned a few Pontiacs over the years I still have 2 Pontiacs & am active in the Alberta Iron Indians Pontiac Club.
I got involed in the SVAA 2008 as a director & a NAACC director 2010. I am the Alberta coordinator for the Canadian Coasters Cross Canada 2017 tour .
Member of Parliament for Niagara, Ontario
The certificate from the Member of Parliament for Niagara, Ontario officially acknowledging July as Automotive Heritage Month for Ontario.
Nova Scotia Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
ITS OFFICIAL!! The NAACC director in Nova Scotia, Conrad LeLièvre, has confirmed that Automotive Heritage Month has been proclaimed by the NS Government for 2021.
Signing the Proclamation at Stratford Town Hall
Price Edward Island Automotive Heritage & Collector Car Appreciation Day Proclamation
May 2021 Car Tour Through Fort Langley BC
Some members of various car clubs in BC got together to cruise through Fort Langely and spread joy to all those out walking that day.
Declarations of Automotive Heritage Month
So far for 2021 we also have the following provinces confirmed:
– British Columbia – Saskatchewan – New Brunswick – Alberta with more to follow
Thanks to all the great work of the hobbyist for your time and dedication in preserving and enjoying your great rides..
Thank you from the NAACC
British Columbia Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
NOW KNOW YE THAT We do by these presents proclaim that July 20022 shall be known as “Automotive Heritage Month” in the Province of British Columbia
New Brunswick Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
Mr Chisholm, Thank you for your recent letter reguesting that July be declared as Automotive Heritage Month in New Brunswick, and that July 8, 2022, be declared Collector Car Appreciation Day.
Saskatchewan Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
I, Laura Ross, Minitster of parks, Culture and Sport in the Province of Saskatchewan in exercise of the powers conferred upon me, do hereby designate the month of Juky 2022 to be:
“Automotive Heritage Month in Saskatchewan
Alberta Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
WHEREAS automotive enthusiasts are celebrating the month of July as “Automotive Heritage Month” across Canada; Now therefore be it known that I, Nate Glubish, minister of Service Alberta, do hereby Declare July 9, 2021, Collector Car Appreciation Day in the Province of Alberta.
Nova Scotia Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
THEREFORE I. Tim Houston, Premier of Nova Scotia, do hereby proclaim July 2022 to be “Automotive Heritage Month” in the Province of Nova Scotia.
Declarations of Automotive Heritage Month
So far for 2021 we also have the following provinces confirmed:
– Newfoundland – Confirmed but not signed yet until third week of June – will send as soon as received
– British Columbia – Confirmed – signing will take place next week- will send as soon as received
Thanks to all the great work of the hobbyist for your time and dedication in preserving and enjoying your great rides and also for all the great work you do for the charities in your province.
Thank you from the NAACC
British Columbia Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
Whereas July 2022 marks the 12th consecutive commemoration of International Collector Car Appreciation Day, an annual event led by the SEMA Action Network (SAN) and the NAACC to raise awareness of the vital role the automotive restoration and heritage plays in North American Society, including British Columbia
New Brunswick Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
New Brunswick was the first to post their signed declaration of Automotive month in Canada for 2021 back in February
Ontario Declaration of Automotive Heritage Month
The certificate signed by the Premier of Ontario, who officially acknowledging July as Automotive Heritage Month for Ontario.
National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada joins as strategic partner
TechForce welcomes The National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada (NAACC) as a strategic partner in its workforce development campaign to inspire, support and connect the next generation of transportation technicians. A Founding Member and longtime financial contributor to LeMay – America’s Car Museum, NAACC strives to act as the unified voice of the automotive hobbyist in Canada. More about NAACC>>
Province of British Columbia Proclaims July 2020 as “Automotive Heritage Month”
Thanks to the efforts of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada (NAACC) , the province of British Columbia is once again declaring the month of July as “Automotive Heritage Month.” The province also proclaimed “Collector Car Appreciation Days” (CCAD) on July 10-11, 2020. British Columbia joins several other provinces that have officially recognized the celebration.
Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion
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I was extremely happy with the choice of Nissan/Datsun as Feature Marque for the 45th Rolex Monterey Historic Races this year, as it probably is the only time I will be able to actually drive one of the featured marques to the race. It also was the 35th anniversary of when my parents took me to the Vintage races at Laguna Seca for the first time.
2019 Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion
Photos by Cam Hutchins
Report by JJ Carlson and Cam Hutchins
Up early Friday morning to get to the track and shooting all day of the qualifying. The entrants cover almost types of auto racing and this year had a large group of Master Endurance Legends USA is a groups of endurance cars offering a snapshot of endurance racing in the US. This group will race at various events across the US in 2019.
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2019 Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance
Photos by Cam Hutchins
Report by JJ Carlson and Cam Hutchins
The 2019 Concours D Elegance is the perfect ending for the perfect week for Car enthusiasts around the world. Held since 1950 at the Pebble Beach Golf Course it features some of the most significant cars from around the world.
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Concours of America Plymouth Mi July 27, 2018
By Rob McLeese
Last year the Eastern NAACC journalism team made Their annual pilgrimage down to Concours of America.
One of the themes of the 2018 show was Cars of the Jet Age which included the General Motors Firebirds I, II and III, all developed in the 1950’s by Harley Earl and his team. These cars were far ahead of the era in terms of the technology that was included in them.
2019 Pebble Beach Concours D Elegance.
by JJ Carlson, Director of Media Relations and Cam Hutchins
Director of Media Relations
2017 Concours of America from 
a Canadian perspective!
Road trip, the eastern Canadian media team of the NAACC left Toronto midday Friday, July 28th for The Inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan. more>>
The 2019 Concorso Italiano,
Photos by Cam Hutchins
Report by JJ Carlson and Cam Hutchins
The 2019 Concorso Italiano was held once again at the Black Horse Golf Course with over 800 Italian vehicles on hand to please everyone. Anniversaries are important at car shows and this is the 50th anniversary of the Ferrari Dino, 60th anniversary of DeTomasa Automobili and 70th anniversary of the Abarth brand.
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2019 Visit to LeMay, America’s Museum
Photos by Cam Hutchins
We went to the LeMay Americas museum in June to make sure we were able to see the Bullitt Mustang. I had not been for a couple of years and my brother had never been so it was definitely time for a visit. So much has changed since my last visit, but the Bullitt Mustang and Chi Town hustler really stood out.
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7th Annual Old Country Car Show, Aldergrove, B.C.
Easter gathering of the Vintage Car Club of Canada
Crescent Beach Concours d’ Elegance
I spent Saturday morning at the Crescent Beach Concours D Elegance and was blown away by many of the cars. The Triumph Italia was one of my favourites, basically a TR-3 chassis rebodied by Vignale for the Italian Importer who felt the Italians would not buy a car without roll up windows and modern amenities. The cars styling obviously heavily influenced the boxy Triumph TR4 styling.
Doug and Roberta Parkman 2019 NAACC Hobbyists of the year –PEI
Doug has always had a great interest in automobiles. He bought his car at the age of seventeen. In 1967 he drove a 1930 Chev Coupe to Expo ’67.
Protecting your engine by using the right oil-2019
From Hemmings and tech guru, Jim O’Clair, for an explanation of the problems classic car owners have when choosing a modern motor oil. Courtesy of the NAACC
RM Southeby’s Auctions and RM Auto Restoration
I first became aware of RM Auctions in Monterey California during “Car Week”. I am lucky enough to be able to cover the events for the NAACC website and try to see what cars are available at the various auctions happened during car week. I am always on the lookout for cars with a Canadian connection and it is not surprising there are quite a few cars with a Canadian Connection.
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NAACC Coasters Cross Canada Tour slated for 2022
I am very pleased to report that I met with Fraser Field recently. Fraser and his wife Dorothy have volunteered again and agreed to act as the Wagon Masters for the NAACC Coasters Cross Canada Tour in 2022. Folks, that is just five short years from now. It seems like yesterday that we finished the 2017 Tour that traveled from Victoria BC to St. John’s Newfoundland.
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