IMPORTANT NOTICE - The deadline to submit a WRLA bursary application is August 13, 2010.

Check out www.wrla.org for criteria, applications and deadlines.

If you have any questions regarding the Scholarship and Bursary Program please contact Susan Labossiere (slabossiere@wrla.org) at 1-800-661-0253 ext. 0.

August 24  WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament

September 2 SOLD OUT! WRLA Calgary Classic Golf Tournament

September 15  WRLA Golf Kenosee Golf Tournament

2010 FALL EDUCATION LINE-UP

Online registration is open for the following WRLA sponsored fall/winter courses. Please visit www.wrla.org and click "Education & Training."

• Plumbing and Electrical Workshop with Bob Sutherland – Calgary, Edmonton, Regina & Winnipeg 
• Manual Estimating – Winnipeg & Leduc, AB 
• Yard Foreman – Operations Manager – Winnipeg & Leduc, AB 
• Retail Business Management Studies Program - Calgary

MEMBER REBATE PROGRAM

Due to the wide distribution of members across the prairies, the north and NW Ontario, member rebates are available to offset the cost of travel and expenses to attend these courses. Rebate information and forms are available at www.wrla.org. Please note that courses must be paid in full by the course date, and rebate forms sent to the WRLA office no later than 30 days from course completion date.

To view our EDUCATION CALENDAR visit http://www.wrla.org/education_calendar.html

Please contact Susan Labossiere (slabossiere@wrla.org) if you have any questions regarding education courses. (1-800-661-0253 ext.0)

Also, you may cross-reference contact information using our online directory.

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AAA Doors Ltd.
New address:
Unit 101
3425 29th St. NE
Calgary, AB T1Y 3W4

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Killarney-Cartwright Co-op
New Contact: Dale Batke

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Mystic North Building Supplies
New Buying Group: CASTLE BUILDING CENTRES

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Danco Equipment Inc.
New Name: Danco Equipment (2009) Inc.
New Contacts:
Edmonton (Head Office)
Brennan Kapler
bkapler@dancoequipment.com
Surrey (Branch)
Bill Denton
bdenton@dancoequipment.com
Correct email:
Calgary (Branch)
gmelsted@dancoequipment.com

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McILveen Lumber (Calgary)
New Contact:
Ron Sinclair
rons@mcilveenlumber.com

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R.R. & D Enterprises Ltd.
CLOSED

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The Footing Tube
New Address: 5290 Route 102
Upper Kingsclear, NB E3E 2P7

January 19 - 21, 2011

Visit the Prairie Showcase website for complete show details, hotel listings, exhibitor & retailer information!

Wednesday, January 19

7:00pm - 11:00pm Opening Night Reception Party - $40 Buffet Dinner

• Featuring: the Doug Arden Comedy Show
• Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Main Floor
• Proudly sponsored by TIM-BR Marts Ltd. Thursday,

Thursday, January 20

8:00am - 4:30pm Prairie Showcase 2011

•  Prairieland Park
• 12:00 noon Annual General Meeting
•  Complimentary Lunch Prairieland Park

11:30am - 1:30pm FREE Lunch Buffet, Hall A

7:00pm - 10:00pm Gala Evening - $55

• TCU Place, 2nd Floor Reception
• Dinner Awards Presentations: 2010 WRLA Industry Achievement
• 2011 Scholarship Recipients
• 9:00pm Entertainment - André-Philippe Gagnon, Impressionist
• Proudly sponsored by JELD-WEN

Friday, January 21

• 7:45am – 8:30am Speakers Breakfast - $25
• Hall A (eating area), Prairieland Park

8:30am - 3:30pm Prairie Showcase 2011

• Prairieland Park

10:30am - 1:30pm Ladies Program - $25

•  Lunch Radisson Hotel

11:30am - 1:30pm FREE Lunch Buffet, Hall A

 7:00pm - 10:30pm Closing Night Party - $60

• TCU Place, 2nd Floor
• Cocktails & Buffet Dinner
• Prairie Showcase Awards & Prize Draws 9:00pm
• Entertainment - Great Big Sea proudly sponsored by the Sexton Group

11:00pm - 1:00am WRLA Hospitality Suite

•  Main Ballroom, Mezzanine Floor Radisson Hotel
•  Everyone is Welcome

MAJOR INDEPENDENT ONTARIO DEALER MOFFATT & POWELL JOINS RONA

Canadian industry leader actively developing affiliate dealer network

Boucherville, Quebec, July 30, 2010 - RONA inc. (TSX: RON), the largest Canadian distributor and retailer of hardware, renovation and gardening products, today announced that independent dealer-owner Moffatt & Powell Limited has joined RONA. Moffatt & Powell is the first member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-Operative (ILDC) to join the RONA network. The five new stores to be flying the RONA banner are located in London, Mitchell, Strathroy, Tillsonburg and Watford, Ontario. Ranging in size from 2,500 to 7,500 square feet for a total of 26,000 square feet of retail space, the Moffatt & Powell stores also feature large lumberyards. The locations generate over $30 million in annual retail sales.

Moffatt & Powell is currently co-owned by David Powell, who will soon hand over management duties to his 32-year-old daughter Nancy Powell Quinn and her husband, D'Arcy Quinn. A successful business with strong and longstanding community ties, Moffatt & Powell provides RONA with great potential for growth in Southwestern Ontario. The company was co-founded by Melvin Powell and J. Keith Moffatt in 1956, with a solid foundation inherited from a business Moffatt's father had been operating since 1939. In 1982, Moffatt & Powell Limited merged with D.M. Powell Limited and David Powell purchased Melvin Powell's share in the business. The company joined the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-Operative after the merger.

RONA president and CEO Robert Dutton explains that the development of the independent dealer-owner network has always been one of RONA’s key growth vectors. "I'm very pleased that Moffatt & Powell is joining RONA. The company has been rooted in the community for over 70 years. Not only do we share the same staying power, we're also both focused on the future. Their objectives show that we have a great deal in common, including a shared concern for well-thought-out succession planning," he said. "We see strong growth potential for Moffatt & Powell, and they know they can count on RONA to continue to consolidate their market."

"We are extremely proud to be joining RONA and look forward to becoming part of a strong banner with a national presence and a very promising strategic development plan. We know we can count on RONA's team to work with us and help us achieve our growth plans. I feel privileged to be working with them as I gradually turn over the reins to my daughter Nancy and son in-law D'Arcy Quinn. Concerned as I am with succession planning, I feel that with RONA I have exactly what they will require in terms of support to help them grow and expand our family business," said Moffatt & Powell co-owner David Powell.

Click here to read the complete Press Release

All Weather Windows is proud to announce the promotion of Aaron Latimer to the position of Vice President, Marketing effective July 5, 2010.

Since joining All Weather Windows 3 1/2 years ago, Aaron has spearheaded the development of a national marketing strategy which has improved the company position as a nationally recognized brand. Aaron first joined the company as National Marketing Manager and in 2008 was appointed Director of Marketing and Communications. As VP of Marketing, Aaron will oversee all strategic marketing initiatives for the company.

This new promotion will help strengthen the company's management team and support All Weather Windows' plans for continued growth and geographic expansion.

Ken Jenkins, President of Castle Building Centres Group Ltd., is pleased to announce six new members to an expanding network of successful independent dealers:

Goulais River Building Supplies -- Goulais River, Ontario - Castle
Primarily focused on hardware since the business was established in 2000, Goulais River will now expand to offer a full range of building materials through their relationship with Castle. Expansion of their facility in 2007 now positions Goulais River Building Supplies with significant future growth opportunities.

Mistik North Building Supplies -- Pickle Lake, Ontario - Castle
Established in 1987, Mistik North Building Supplies serves the Pickle Lake and remote northern regions of Ontario. Focused on building supplies, they specialize in the delivery of material via fly-in or winter road access to many in the communities in the far north.

Reim’s Window & Doors Ltd. -- New Glasgow, Nova Scotia - Castle Specialty
Located in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Reim's Window & Doors has operated in the region over the past two years. Joe Reim's 20 years of experience selling and servicing the contractor market positions them well to grow the business into a full line building material store over the next few years.

R&D Commercial Interiors -- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - Castle
After completing a new retail showroom, R&D Commercial Interiors and owner Rolly Houle joined Castle to expand their business opportunities. Rolly, along with manager Al Hawkins, posseses extensive experience in the commercial interior business and has further expansion plans for the near future.

Vanderlaan Building Products Ltd -- Brighton, Ontario - Castle
Located in Brighton, Ontario and serving the surrounding area, Vanderlaan Building Products have developed a reputation for delivering the best customer service and support in the region. With an expanding presence in building supplies, Vanderlaan is well positioned for future growth.

Cottage Docks Ltd -- Bancroft, Ontario - Castle Specialty
After experiencing considerable growth in their business, Cottage Docks found it was time to investigate the buying group options. Their conclusion was Castle and their ability to maintain and grow their independence while having additional opportunities and avenues for future expansion was key.

With members in every region of the country, Castle is committed to providing independent lumber and building supply stores, commercial and specialty dealers with the strongest buying model in the industry. Castle employs experienced Business Development Managers and the industry's leading management team.

TruServ Canada Inc. will hold its Fall National Buying Market October 3-5, 2010 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre.

Over 700 independent retailers have the opportunity to attend the Market to plan their business and to coordinate their seasonal product purchases. Over 400 major manufacturers showcase a wide selection of upcoming products for the season as well as timely specials on everyday products.

TruServ Canada is proud to support retailers in areas such as: Merchandising, Advertising, Technology, Store Accounting, and much more. On Saturday, dealers can choose from six different seminars: True Value Paint; Customer Service, Impulse Sales; Planning & Setting up a Sale Event; Drive Aisle Merchandising; and Increasing Your Margin.

TruServ Canada has some of Canada's most efficient warehousing, product buying and distribution systems. TruServ Canada remains committed to the growth of each of its retail banners: True Value, V & S and Country Depot stores. Visit TruServ Canada at www.truserv.ca.

The dates for the Spring 2011 Market are April 17-19, 2010 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre.

August 13, 2010
WRLA 2010 Bursary Application DEADLINE
WRLA office
www.wrla.org

August 24, 2010
WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament
The Links at Quarry Oaks, Steinbach, MB
www.wrla.org

September 2, 2010
WRLA Calgary Classic Golf Tournament SOLD OUT
www.wrla.org

September 12-14, 2010
Home Hardware Fall Market
St. Jacobs, ON
tammie.piel@homehardware.ca

September 15, 2010
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
www.wrla.org

October 1, 2010
WRLA 2011 Scholarship Application DEADLINE
www.wrla.org

January 19-21, 2011
2011 Prairie Showcase Buying Show and Convention
Saskatoon, SK
www.wrla.org

To view our EDUCATION CALENDAR visit http://www.wrla.org/education_calendar.html

NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

USCAN Industrial Fasteners Ltd.
87A Brunswick Blvd.
Ormeaux, QC H9B 2J5
Ph: 514-684-2940
TF: 800-361-6299
Fax: 514-684-8539
Contact: Kevin Bradley
kbradley@uscan.biz
www.uscan.biz
(Manufacturer)
Fasteners, nuts & bolts, screws & anchors

Zemco Door Products
822A -- 48th Street East
Saskatoon, SK S7K 3Y4
Ph: 306-343-9550
TF: 877-699-3626
Fax: 306-244-9600
Contact: Curtis Bradburn
curtis@zemodoors.com
www.zemcodoors.com
(Wholesaler)
Overhead and garage doors, parts and service

NEW RETAIL MEMBERS

Penticton Home Hardware Building Centre (Pro Builders Supply Ltd.) (HEAD OFFICE)
150 Fairview Place
Penticton, BC V2A 6A5
Ph: 250493-1233
TF: 877-493-1233
Fax: 250-493-8966
Contact: Paul McCann
Paul.mccann@pentictonhhbc.com
(HOME HARDWARE)

Kelowna Home Hardware Building Centre (BRANCH)
1650 Springfield Rd
Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V4
Ph: 250-860-4663
Fax: 250-860-5662
Contact: Gary Welder
Gary.welder@kelownahhbc.com
(HOME HARDWARE)

Osoyoos Home Building Centre (BRANCH)
8702 Main Street
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0
Ph: 250-495-7300
Fax: 250-495-6244
Contact: Joe Chwachka
Joe.chwachka@osoyooshbc.com
(HOME HARDWARE)

Westside Home Building Centre (HEAD OFFICE)
1718 Byland Rd.
West Kelowna, BC V1Z 1A9
Ph: 250-769-5737
Fax: 250-769-7422
Contact: Gary Welder
Gary.welder@kelownahhbc.com
(HOME HARDWARE)