Celebrating 60 Years at CSN Cowichan Collision

July 2025 – This July marks an incredible milestone for CSN Cowichan Collision in Duncan, BC: 60 years of continuous service to the Cowichan Valley.

Founded in 1965 by Hugh Mellson, the shop has remained a proud family-run business through three generations. After Hugh’s retirement in 1988, his sons Rick and Ron carried the torch together for more than two decades. Today, the legacy continues under the leadership of Ron’s children, Russ and Dani, who bring fresh energy to a foundation built on trust, skill, and community commitment.

Since joining the CSN network in 2015, CSN Cowichan Collision has set the bar for consistency and collaboration. Known for strong insurer relationships, minimal case management, and meaningful contributions at CSN events, they’ve been steady ambassadors of what the CSN brand represents.

Ron’s time on the CSN Advisory Council left a lasting impression, and the relationships built over the years with the team at Cowichan Collision continue to be some of the most valued in our network. Field Operations Manager, Krista Wall shares more about the Cowichan team, “Danni and Russ have been exceptional to work with. Their commitment to customer service, quality, and continuous improvement of the network is truly commendable. They consistently go above and beyond, always ready to offer support and contribute meaningfully. Their involvement in CSN has had a significant positive impact, and their dedication is both valued and appreciated.” Here’s to the next chapter of an already remarkable story.