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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.
 Attention 2015 WRLA Buying Show Exhibitors
Booth invoices have been emailed and are due no later than September 30, 2014. If you have not received your booth invoice or have any questions, or if you wish to cancel, please email Caren at ckelly@wrla.org
If you would like to pay your booth invoice via Credit Card (Visa or Master Card only), please contact Lannie in accounting at 800-661-0253 ext. 4 or lmertz@wrla.org.
All Exhibitor information is available by following this link http://www.wrla.org/exhibitors which includes the interactive floor plan. If the link doesn’t work, copy and paste or type into your web-browser.
Online registration for name badges and evening event tickets are now available on the WRLA website.
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2015 WRLA Buying Show - Sneak Peek!
WRLA President, Gary Hamilton sheds light on the 2015 Buying Show in Calgary. What you can expect as an attendee, highlights about the move and enhancements to the Show. Find out this year's entertainment line-up!
And learn how you can Register for the show Today!
CLICK HERE to Watch our NEW Episode!
WRLA TV is a great place to find out what's happening in your Industry!
Breaking News | Industry Announcements | Highlights from Industry Events | Advertising | New Products | Helpful Tips
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Plumbing and Electrical with Bob
Bob Sutherland will retire at the end of the year and will no longer take this traveling course to Western Canada. This is your last chance to attend Bob's unique and valuable hands on plumbing and electrical training program for those with novice and intermediate experience.
October 22 - Winnipeg, MB – Plumbing with Bob Sutherland
October 23 - Winnipeg, MB –Electrical with Bob Sutherland
Manual Estimating
October 20 & 21 -Leduc, AB – Manual Estimating – Level 1
Estimating Fundamentals – Decks & Garages
October 22 & 23 -Leduc, AB – Manual Estimating – Level 2
Estimating for Residential Construction
November 3 & 4 -Winnipeg, MB – Manual Estimating – Level 1
Estimating Fundamentals – Decks & Garages
November 5 & 6 -Winnipeg, MB – Manual Estimating – Level 2
Estimating for Residential Construction
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION!
 Principles of Yard and Warehouse OperationsNovember 7 – Winnipeg, MB
A one day course to focus on the principles to successfully operate a building center yard or warehouse. Learn the key principles of; professional leadership, efficient inventory management and logistics, customer service, staffing management, yard layout, equipment and safety elements. There is a recognition of the different yard sizes in the discussions and each participant will be challenged to create the steps necessary to move forward in their setting.
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Are you Under 40 years of Age and Involved in the Building Supply Industry?
Join us at our Lunch Meeting in Calgary!
Friday January 23, 2015 - Tickets $10
REGISTER for the Show
Earlier this month Barbara J. Bowes, President of Legacy Bowes Group met with the WRLA to discuss our newest initiative,The NexGEN Program. Follow the link below to read the full news story featured in The Winnipeg Free Press.
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 Housing Policy/Disclaimer:
The WRLA, producer of the WRLA 2015 Buying Show, would like to remind all Show attendees and exhibitors that WRLA 2015 Buying Show uses ICS (International Conference Services Ltd.) for show accommodations.
*Any claims by any other organization stating that they are the official WRLA 2015 Buying Show housing agency are untrue.
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Over 225 exhibits and 35+ educational seminars impact THREE distinct
professional markets, all under one roof:
•Interior Design & Architecture
•Property Management
•Construction & Renovation
BUILDEX is about designing, building and managing real estate.
CLICK HERE to REGISTER!
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Western Retail Lumber Association members, take advantage of the UPS Members Benefit Program and save on a variety of UPS services!
You’ll receive:
- 30% off small package shipments within Canada, to the U.S. and to worldwide destinations
- 25% off imports into Canada,
- discounts starting at 70% off freight shipments
... and so much more!
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We continue to hear about the on-going issue of data breach. Target, UPS, and a number of US and Canadian Government departments have been affected. Now Home Depot is the latest high profile target to be affected with customer data believed to be on sale through underground web-sites, not to mention countless other smaller organizations that do not make the headlines.
PROTECT YOURSELF
Data Breach & Cyber Liability Insurance Coverage
The WRLA and partner HUB International are proud to offer Data Breach & Cyber Liability Insurance Coverage. It goes without saying, better safe than sorry.
Want to learn more?
Check out the links below for more on Home Depot's latest Security Breach
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September 27 - 29, 2014
TruServ Fall Market
Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB
October 22 & 23, 2014
2014 Hardlines Conference
Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre
October 20 - 23, 2014
Manual Estimating Courses
Leduc, AB
www.wrla.org
October 22 & 23, 2014
Plumbing & Electrical with Bob Sutherland
Winnipeg, MB
November 3 - 6, 2014
Manual Estimating Courses
Winnipeg, MB
www.wrla.org
November 6 - 10, 2014
Sexton Member Conference
Nashville, Tennessee
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NEW RETAIL MEMBER
Starland Supply (2000) Ltd.
Box 428
Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0
165 Francois Lake Drive
Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0
Phone: 250-692-7725
Phone TF: 877-692-7725
Fax: 250-692-3944
Main Contact: Trennis Wiens
(RETAILER) TIMBERMART
NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Ermrich Industry Inc.
135 – 4471 No. 6 Road
Richmond, BC V6V 1P8
Phone: 604-568-6221
Fax: 604-568-6223
Main Contact: Sophia Zhao
(MANUFACTURER, DISTRIBUTOR, IMPORTER) Circuit saw blades, abrasive and diamond blades, abrasive wheels, saw blades, measuring tapes and gloves, bathroom accessories.
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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 averages 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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Stay up-to-date on the latest industry news and events with our engaging new communication channel.
Have you watched the latest episode on our WRLA TV channel? Don't wait to take full advantage of this terrific media channel, one of the many benefits of your WRLA membership!
Check it out here!
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