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Welcome to the ToolBox, your portal to WRLA member news and information within the LBM market.
We invite you to learn more about what's going on within your association and the companies whose products and/or services you utilize.
The results for the 2011-2012 Wage Salary & Business Conditions Survey are now complete.
All stores that completed the survey entirely will receive a free digital copy (sent to the email provided during the completion of the survey).
Any members who wish to purchase a copy of the survey for $99 (plus applicable taxes) can do so by emailing Grace McPhillips at gmcphillips@wrla.org or 204-953-1692. Once payment is accepted you will be emailed a digital copy of the results.
If you would prefer a hard copy please indicate this. Delivery will take between 1-2 weeks.
If you have any questions regarding the survey, please email Grace at gmcphillips@wrla.org
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Our Association's Greatest Honor!
The WRLA wants to recognize the individual who is or has been actively involved in the building supply industry, who has faced challenges and recognized opportunities, and who wishes to share best practices with the association.
This individual has received the respect of fellow members of the association through contributions to the industry, the community, and the WRLA.
Deadline for receipt of Nominations: Friday, September 7, 2012
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The WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament will be held once again at the Links at Quarry Oaks in Steinbach, MB on Tuesday, August 21, 2012. This tournament is well attended with 212 building suppliers and retailers from across the prairies.
Next in line is the 7th Annual WRLA Calgary Classic which takes place at the Sundre Golf Course in Alberta on September 6, 2012. A Mill Tour is available prior to the Golf Tournament at West Fraser Treated at 9:30am in Sundre. Registration and sponsor forms are now available.
Cap off the season in Kenosee at the WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament on September 12, 2012. Register as a single or group and don’t miss the fun.
The proceeds from all tournaments will used for the WRLA Bursary and Scholarship Program. The WRLA is proud to support our future generation by hosting these important industry mixers where business and pleasure meet on the golf course.
Visit www.wrla.org to register now
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RONA inc., the largest Canadian distributor and retailer of hardware, renovation and gardening products, is pleased to announce that beginning June 11, 2012, AIR MILES Collectors who earn reward miles in their AIR MILES Cash balance can now redeem their reward miles directly at most RONA stores across Canada, as well as Réno-Dépôt in Quebec and TOTEM in Alberta.
"This initiative is part of our effort to offer customers even more and to respond to their desire to benefit immediately from money off on their purchases," said Karim Salabi, RONA’s Executive Vice President, Marketing. "The opportunity to instantly redeem reward miles at our stores provides real added value for the millions of Collectors across the country who are loyal customers," he added.
Collectors can now reward themselves more easily by redeeming their reward miles at the checkout instead of ordering gift cheques and waiting to receive them by mail. They can also reward themselves more quickly, because once they have earned 95 reward miles in their AIR MILES Cash balance, they can redeem these miles for $10 toward their next purchase.
People who wish to activate their account for AIR MILES Cash can do so easily at www.airmiles.ca/cash, by setting their preference to start earning reward miles towards their AIR MILES Cash balance. RONA is among the founding sponsors of the AIR MILES program, launched 20 years ago.
CLICK HERE to read the complete article
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FTQ-Construction and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada (CEP-FTQ) are proposing a new Canada-wide entity to their members: the Canadian Construction Unions Council (CCUC). The new organization will allow recruitment of members across Canada in periods of labour shortages to promote mobility and subsequently increase job stability. The final proposal was approved today by leaders of both labour organizations. The Council could start its activities in the coming months, provided the proposal is approved by members of FTQ-Construction.
The Canadian Construction Unions Council (CCUC) will be the largest group of unions in the country within the construction sector, representing 80,000 workers. It will not only become a major actor on all large construction sites in Canada but also promote sharing best practices between workers of various provinces, as well as labour mobility in times of shortages, with priority to local workers.
"Activity in the Canadian construction industry labour market is keeping a good pace, but each province or territory will continue to experience slowdown periods. That is why, in order to counter the effect of labour shortages, the two labour organizations want to offer greater mobility to their members and thus contribute to full-time employment," said FTQ-Construction President Arnold Guérin. In Québec, the average number of hours worked in construction is only 900 while 1,800 would be required for the equivalent of a full-time job.
"It will be easier for our members to work anywhere in Canada during slack periods. This increases job security, which in turn allows to maintain a better quality of life by protecting earned income," said Yves Ouellet, FTQ-Construction General Manager.
"CEP is proud to join with FTQ-Construction to improve working conditions within the construction industry throughout Canada", added CEP National President Dave Coles.
The new Canada-wide entity will have an overall vision of the construction industry from coast to coast. "The CCUC is an innovative project that will directly benefit all workers by offering multiple job opportunities," explained Coles.
The CCUC will be the first Canada-wide construction union organization with no ties to the United States. When FTQ-Construction was created in 1980, its affiliated unions had closed the door to American unions in Canada. "Our independence allows us to make sure that our dues and our actions serve members here rather than foreign interests", added the union spokesmen.
CLICK HERE for complete details
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August 16 - 18, 2012
Orgill Fall Market
Las Vegas, NV
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament
Steinbach, MB
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Calgary Classic Golf Tournament
Sundre Golf Course, Sundre, AB
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Kenossee Golf Tournament
Kenossee SK.
September 20 - 22, 2012
RONA 2013 Spring Market
Metro Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
www.rona.ca
Sept 23 - 25, 2012
Home Hardware Market
St. Jacobs, ON
September 29 - October 1, 2012
Truserv Fall National Buying Market
Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg
www.truserv.ca
November 2 - 6, 2012
Sexton Member Conference
New Orleans, LA
Contact: callak@sextongroup.com
November 28 - 29, 2012
Canadian Home Improvement Show
Toronto Congress Centre, North Building, Toronto, ON
www.canadianhomeimprovementshow.com
To view the complete Events Calendar CLICK HERE
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NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Boise Cascade (Head Office)
37 William Gibson Bay
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5L7
Phone: 204-777-1222
Main Contact: Darren Chambers
darrenchambers@bc.com
www.bc.com
(Manufacturer) Engineered wood products
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Support your association and broadcast your business to hundreds of decision-makers in the lumber industry. Advertising opportunities are still available in several WRLA publications:
The YardStick: The YardStick is sent to more than 1,200 members firms every other month. Advertising in the largest issue of The YardStick, the Prairie Showcase edition, is a great way to reinforce your marketing message with hundreds of decision-makers who regularly read this magazine while supporting WRLA. Ads booked within the print edition automatically appear (linked to the website or email of your choice) in the digital edition, which is read by more than 500 visitors each issue. Exclusive online ad positions are also available within every digital edition.
The Toolbox: Delivered directly to the inboxes of more than 1,200 lumber managers and professionals, this weekly e-newsletter offers consistent access to the individuals who rely on your products and services to run their businesses.
Directory & Product Source Guide: WRLA is the largest retail lumber association on the Prairies, with its membership representing 85% of the industry. All of our members are included in this annual directory and all keep this publication handy year-round. Make sure your business stands out in this resource by purchasing a display advertisement.
WRLA.org: Our website average more than 3,000 visits per month! Advertising space is available on the home and sub-pages of WRLA.org. Ads rotate on the home page and sub pages, expanding your exposure to site visitors at an affordable price.
WRLA-TV: Introducing the NEW WRLA-TV Banner Sponsorship. Our online TV and banners offer your brand high visibility on the WRLA homepage. Your branding and action oriented banner is featured every time WRLA-TV’s videos are played by our audience, leaving them one-click away from your website‘s landing page.
For more information about these opportunities, click here for the media kit or contact:
Kim Davies
Project Manager
(800) 665-2456, ext. 423
kdavies@naylor.com
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