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. Online registration is now available!

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 by following the link below.

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.  Registration and sponsor forms are now available by following the link below.  

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

 

 

 

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 the WRLA office at wrla@wrla.org or 204-953-1690. 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 call 800-661-0253 or email wrla@wrla.org

 

"Improving the energy savings offered by our products is an integral part of JELD‐WEN’s environmental culture. Our active involvement in the ENERGY STAR program and our sustained efforts in the promotion and protection of the program bear witness to our constant commitment to offering consistently superior products in terms of energy efficiency" says Lou Valeriati, Vice President of JELD‐WEN Windows and Doors. To celebrate their 2012 ENERGY STAR Manufacturer of the Year Award, JELD‐WEN is planning to make a donation to the David Suzuki Foundation for each unique visitor to the www.en.jeldwen.ca/energystar/ website for the entire month of June. Upon conclusion, JELD‐WEN hopes to donate up to $5,000 to the foundation. In addition to the real‐world energy efficiency offered by their products, JELD‐WEN boasts effective online resources like a climate zone energy savings calculator and in‐depth blog articles. These tools help the organization extend valuable information pertaining to energy efficiency via social media and various micro sites

 

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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
Kenosee Golf Tournament
Kenosee 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

 

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