Coinciding with Canada’s Used Car Week, EBlock on Wednesday announced the opening of its new auction facility in Halifax, Nova Scotia, along with plans for a similar site in Edmonton, Alberta.

The company highlighted this strategic expansion underscores EBlock’s commitment to its “Canada-first” strategy and its vision of blending traditional auction methods with cutting-edge digital technologies.

“The Halifax facility is more than just a physical location; it’s a testament to our evolving vision for the automotive wholesale landscape,” EBlock president Lisa Scott said in a news release.

“We are dedicated to delivering a seamless experience that combines the reliability of traditional auctions with the efficiency of digital solutions, all while supporting our customers with excellent service,” Scott continued.

EBlock noted the new 6.5-acre facility can hold up to 600 vehicles, features full mechanical services, state-of-the-art reconditioning service bays, full Canadian-wide transport, and extensive on-site services, including post-sale inspections.

To accommodate feature sales or customer specific events, the company mentioned this site will also have two physical lanes with four auction blocks.

“This state-of-the-art facility offers an unprecedented blend of physical space and technology under one roof, truly unlike anything I’ve encountered,” said Mark Chatfield, director of Atlantic Canada.

“Offering Halifax area dealers an innovative and compelling alternative for their wholesaling needs is something I’m truly excited about. Our technology and services provide options that go beyond the basics, and I can’t wait to bring this fresh opportunity to them,” Chatfield added.

EBlock’s new Halifax facility is set to open its doors in July, followed by a grand opening in September.

“These events will showcase the company’s innovative technologies and commitment to exceptional service,” EBlock said.

And the company also had major news to share about its presence in Alberta.

While the Halifax location has gone through custom upfitting, EBlock has secured a long-term Edmonton facility, which will be prepared to host omnichannel auctions replicating the Halifax model.

EBlock highlighted the Edmonton location boasts an 8-acre lot, and will include a reconditioning building with full service bays, omnichannel auction lanes, and full technology integrations with EBlock’s digital platform.

The location is expected to fully open during the fourth quarter.

“EBlock has established a leading digital wholesale marketplace for dealer-to-dealer transactions through ongoing investment in advanced technology,” Scott said. “Our focus now includes significant expansion of our land and logistics infrastructure nationwide to support the commercial sector.

“This combined approach offers the entire wholesale customer base comprehensive solutions for selling assets within a dynamic marketplace. Our commitment is to provide nationwide service, integrating land and logistics with the expertise of over 600 employees and an industry-leading management team, all dedicated to serving customers in the Canadian market,” Scott went on to on to say.

EBlock, which has been a digital auction technology provider in Canada for the past nine years, recapped that it has expanded its service offerings through strategic investments.

The company said these investments in technology and land development have enhanced flexibility and created new opportunities for Canadian customers.

The new Halifax location is designed to accommodate all sales channels which include Online, Live Auctioneer or in-lane, furthering EBlock’s omnichannel approach.

The facility will support LiveLanes, a proprietary auction solution of the company, which allows for real-time digital participation in live auctions in a single event and in a single marketplace.

“This innovation marks a significant step towards connecting the past and present of automotive wholesale with its future,” EBlock said.