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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.
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 Toronto, ON, Oct 1, 2012 – The cheque for Special Olympics Canada was presented to Arthur Rea, a Special Olympics Gold Medal Athlete and Tom Wright, Special Olympics Canada Board of Directors and will go towards the organization’s goal of enriching the lives of Canadians with intellectual disabilities through sport. The cheque for SickKids Foundation was presented to Sierra Polifemi, SickKids Patient Ambassador and Sarah Bywater, Development Officer from SickKids and will go to supporting research in health and scientific advances to improve the lives of children in Canada.
Home Hardware commemorates Fan Appreciation Day at the Rogers Centre with a $185,000 donation to SickKids Foundation and a $250,000 donation to Special Olympics Canada. (From Left) SickKids Foundation Director Paula Menzes, Home Hardware Stores Limited President and CEO Paul Straus, SickKids Foundation Manager Sarah Bywater, SickKids Foundation Patient Ambassador Sierra Polifem, Special Olympics Canada Board of Directors Member Tom Wright, and Special Olympians Arthur Rea, Aaron Lindsey and Steve Short.
 Paul Straus threw the ceremonial first pitch to get the Blue Jays’ game versus the New York Yankees underway.
"Home Hardware Dealers across Canada are committed to supporting the communities where we live and operate," said Paul Straus, President and CEO, Home Hardware Stores Limited. "Our relationships with Special Olympics Canada and SickKids reflect our Dealers’ dedication to supporting children and athletes from coast to coast."
In addition to the cheque presentations and ceremonial first pitch, several other elements are included in Home Hardware Fan Appreciation Day. The first 20,000 fans to arrive at the Rogers Centre received a t-shirt presented by Home Hardware and nine lucky fans won the shirts off the backs of the Blue Jays players. "We are very grateful for Home Hardware’s generous donation, which will make a big difference for the patients and families that rely on SickKids," said Sarah Bywater, Development Officer from SickKids. "Corporate donations like Home Hardware’s allow us to continue to provide world-leading research, learning and care for children from across the country."
"Home Hardware understands the transformative power of sports in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities," said Tom Wright from Special Olympics Canada. "Special Olympics is grateful to Home Hardware and its Dealers for their ongoing commitment and partnership. You make it possible for our athletes to reach their full potential through your tremendous support."
About Special Olympics Canada
Special Olympics Canada is dedicated to enriching the lives of Canadians with an intellectual disability through sport. It is a national not-for-profit grassroots organization that provides sport training and competition opportunities for over 31,000 athletes of all ages and abilities. More than 10,000 certified volunteer coaches are currently involved with Special Olympics programs every day in virtually every community nationwide. Special Olympics Canada National Games are held every two years, alternating between Summer and Winter Games with World Games being held in the year following National Games. Special Olympics Canada’s programs are supported by corporate sponsorship, fundraising activities, government funding, individual donors and the involvement of volunteers in communities across the country.
About Home Hardware Stores Limited
100% Canadian owned and operated, Home Hardware Stores Limited has a presence in every Canadian province and territory and is the country’s largest independent, Dealer-owned hardware, lumber, building materials and furniture cooperative. Founded on January 1, 1964 by 122 independent hardware Dealers, the cooperative now includes close to 1,100 stores, under the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware Building Centre and Home Furniture banners, with annual collective retail sales of more than $5 billion. Home Hardware’s independent Dealer-Owners, recognized by the North American Retail Hardware Association as Canada’s best-trained Dealer group, have access to 100,000 quality brand name and private label products, a world-class distribution system and draw upon the power of Home Hardware’s network to provide their local communities with top quality products and services at competitive prices.
For more information, please contact:
• Lindsey Dietrich, Public Relations Coordinator, Home Hardware Stores Limited at 519-664-2252 ext. 6676 or lindsey.dietrich@homehardware.ca
• Rob Wallace, Public Relations and Promotional Events Manager, at 519-664-4710 or rob.wallace@homehardware.ca
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Alliance Door Products Canada, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has purchased the assets of Summit Distributors Inc. and will be taking over Summit's distribution business in Edmonton, effective November 5, 2012.
"Lynden Door and Alliance Door Products have had a strong relationship with Summit Distributors for many years now and this is really just the next logical step forward." said Alliance Senior Vice President, John Ridder.
Summit Distributors will carry on business as usual in the interim period.
"Alliance Door Products' Opening Opportunities phrase references the wealth of products and services we offer." commented Ridder. "With great brands like Lynden Door, Therma-Tru, Simpson Door and Stallion Door, as well as millwork products from Woodland in Winnipeg, we definitely can deliver the right door and millwork solution. Furthermore, our professional door pre-hanging shops in each location round out our offering and create a single source opportunity for our customers. Shared logistics with unified inventory management complete the Alliance picture."
"We congratulate the management and employees of Summit Distributors for their success and look forward to welcoming them into the Alliance Door Products Canada, Inc. family."
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AZEK Building Products today announced its partnership with AFA Forest Products, Inc. of Bolton Ontario, Canada, which will serve the Canadian market nationally. With 14 distribution locations, AFA Forest Products will offer the full line of premium, exterior AZEK® products from Vancouver to Newfoundland.
Founded in 1974, AFA Forest Products’ nationwide building materials distribution network is focused on providing the highest quality building products. AZEK Building Products is dedicated to manufacturing premium, low-maintenance exterior building products including AZEK Trim, the leading brand of low-maintenance trim; AZEK Mouldings; AZEK Deck, the leading brand of low-maintenance decking; AZEK Porch; and AZEK Rail. AZEK also recently introduced AZEK VAST Pavers, a line of easy to install composite pavers with up to 95% recycled content. AZEK Building Products is widely known as a pioneer in cellular pvc technology, with wide-spread acceptance and brand awareness throughout North America.
According to John Joubert, AFA’s Allied Regional Sales Manager - Western Canada, "AZEK products are closely aligned with our goal to provide unmatched service in the distribution industry and to lead the way with innovative products and marketing ideas for the future. We choose our premium brands very carefully and AZEK is an excellent complement to our existing product lines, allowing our dealers to add more value for their customers."
"AZEK Building Products has enjoyed tremendous growth with an ever expanding product line," said Jim Gross, VP-Sales, AZEK Building Products. "With our latest innovations in trim, mouldings and decking, we look forward to having AFA extend our brand strength in Canada from coast to coast." Gross added that McLean Lumber and Nicholson & Cates continue to service and distribute AZEK products regionally in Canada.
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LAVAL, QC, Oct. 1, 2012 - The Uniboard facilities sold to Kaycan include three (3) particleboard lines, one (1) MDF line, five (5) thermofused melamine lines, a (1) resin plant and two (2) laminate flooring lines servicing primarily the Canadian, US Northeast and Mid-West US markets. Montreal-headquartered Kaycan is a private Canadian corporation focused on the North American building industry. With Uniboard, Kaycan extends its decorative reach from the exterior to the interior of houses and opens up new commercial, non-residential and institutional market segments.
The Uniboard Quebec-based facilities have a total annual capacity of 640 MMSF and Uniboard is the largest composite panel manufacturer in Canada and among the top 4 in North America. Uniboard is the only Canadian laminate flooring manufacturer.
Kaycan's President, Lionel Dubrofsky, stated, "This acquisition brings together two major Quebec-based manufacturing companies with a common vision of providing customers with solutions to enhance both living and working spaces. We continue in developing a unique offering to our client base, combining an enlarged range of products for interior and exterior home as well as commercial decoration."
James N. Hogg, President of Uniboard, added "the conclusion of this transaction starts a new era for Uniboard as part of a strong North American group bringing a solid financial basis and a clear vision to drive the business of our panel and flooring business forward. Clients throughout our core markets in Canada and the US will benefit from the combined operating experience and renewed focus on growth in Uniboard's core markets."
About Uniboard® Canada Inc.
Uniboard® Canada Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of engineered wood products with 800 employees. Uniboard® has installed capacity of over 640 million square feet of raw particleboard, high-density and medium-density fiberboard, of which over 50% is converted into value-added melamine and laminate flooring products. Its products are sold to retailers, distributors and finished goods manufacturers, which cater to the kitchen cabinet industry, the furniture industry, the renovation and construction industries, as well as to the floor covering industry. Uniboard® is the largest supplier of thermofused melamine panels in North America. More information at: www.uniboard.com
About Kaycan®
Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, for more than 38 years Kaycan® is a leading vertically integrated manufacturer of vinyl and aluminum siding and accessories, engineered wood siding and trims, PVC and aluminum rainware, and aluminum coil with over 1,200 employees operating 11 manufacturing facilities across North America. The company's products are sold throughout the world to retailers and distributors. More information at: www.kaycan.com
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For further information:
Uniboard
James N. Hogg
President and CEO
Uniboard Canada Inc.
1 450 682-5240
Kaycan
Lionel Dubrofsky
President
Kaycan Ltd.
1 514 694 5855
pr@uniboard.com
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October 27 - 28, 2012
Chalifour National Buying Expo
Place Bonaventure, Montreal, PQ
www.chalifourcanada.com
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
January 23-24, 2013
2013 Prairie Showcase Buying Show & Convention
Prairieland Park, Saskatoon, SK
http://www.wrla.org/prairie-showcase
Contact: ckelly@wrla.org
To view the complete Events Calendar CLICK HERE
To view the complete Education & Training Calendar CLICK HERE
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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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