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Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his new cabinet. As expected, it is gender-balanced, with 18 female and 18 male ministers (excluding the Prime Minister). It also takes in account Canada’s different regions. There are four of ministers from Atlantic Canada; 10 from Quebec; 17 from Ontario; one from Manitoba; and four from B.C. In the most recent election, the Trudeau Liberals won no seats in Alberta or Saskatchewan. They have no MPs between Winnipeg and Vancouver. To make up for this lack of elected representation, the PMO’s communication staff is emphasizing the Prairie roots of two ministers, Jonathan Wilkinson and Chrystia Freeland. Wilkinson is originally from Saskatchewan. He worked in Premier Roy Romanow’s government in the 1990’s. Freeland was born in Peace River, Alberta, the daughter of prominent Ukrainian Canadians.
 
Regardless, regional tensions remain high. There’s a fledgling ‘Wexit’ movement in the Prairies, and the separatist Bloc is resurgent in Quebec. Virtually all of the new government’s decisions and appointments from now on must be seen through the filter of how they are dealing with western alienation or how they deal with Quebec. 
 
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TIM-BR MARTS Ltd.
Castle Building Centres
Member Updates and Industry News
(Delta, BC) – Regal ideas Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of Aluminum railing systems joined forces with top builders Dr Decks and Neighborhood Fence and Decks, to create some of the winning entries at the 10th Annual North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) National Deck Competition.
 
Regal ideas Inc was recognized by a panel of judges with the following awards:
 
•        1st Place – Limitless Creations in partnership with Dr Decks
•        1st Place – Alternative Deck in partnership with Dr Decks
•        2nd Place – Manufacturer Product in partnership with Dr Decks
•        3rd Place – Illumination in partnership with Dr Decks
•        3rd Place – Closed Porch in partnership with Neighborhood Fence and Deck
 
“This recognition is especially meaningful to us as an organization. Seeing our products being used and showcased by so many builders across the country is a humbling and honorable feeling.”  states Andrew Pantelides, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development for Regal ideas Inc., “We will continue to raise the bar with innovation, safety and ease of use.”
 
Rona Inc. (Ace Canada)
Sexton Group Ltd.
 
   
 Teds 27 years of dedication and knowledge in the building supply industry will be missed.
 
As Director of Business Development with Century Aluminum Railings Ted was instrumental in introducing some of the very first component style Aluminum Railing Programs at the dealer and distribution level in the early 90’s.
 
Ted would like to thank all his past Distribution Partners, cliental and associates for their support and dedication over the years and wishes them all, great success in the future.
 
Century Aluminum Railings is a manufacturer and distributor of DIY and Contractor grade powder coated aluminum railings and has national distribution in both the USA and Canada.
 
Industry News
VAUGHAN, ON, November 21, 2019 – TIMBER MART welcomes independent dealer, Cornerstone Building Supplies in Kingston, Ontario to their group. Cornerstone Building Supplies joins TIMBER MART to better compete in their local market by gaining a stronger brand image and better buying power in their key product categories.
 
“TIMBER MART has the credibility, brand image and buying power we need to succeed in Kingston’s competitive market,” says Mason Laframboise, owner of Cornerstone Building Supplies. “We look forward to seizing all of the opportunities available to us as a member and continuing to grow our business.”
 
 
 

 

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