The Toolbox

Western Retail Lumber Association

WRLA Toolbox: December 19, 2013
What's Going On




WRLA Office will be Closed:
 Monday December 23th ~ 4:00pm - Thursday, January 2nd, 2014 ~ 8:00am


From everyone at the WRLA office we wish you a safe and happy holiday!

 



2014 WRLA Prairie Showcase Buying Show
January 22-24, 2014
Saskatoon, SK


REGISTER NOW - CLICK HERE
 
For all Show Details and to Register Now!


Interactive Floorplan Now Available! 
 All information regarding the show can be found on our website at
www.wrla.org/prairie-showcase

 


Going to the 2014 WRLA Prairie Showcase? 
Join us for our first NexGEN Networking Session!


This program will be for the Next Generation; designed by the Next Generation.

When:
Friday, January 24, 2014
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
(Last day of the 2014 Prairie Showcase)

Where:
Prairieland Park
Help yourself to our Buffet and join us in
Breakout Room #5 - Hall A
Watch for NexGEN Signage!
 
 Help the WRLA develop a program where you can become engaged and create relationships with other professionals and leaders in the Western Canadian Building Supply Industry.

For Details and to REGISTER NOW - CLICK HERE
Having trouble? Paste this URL into your browser http://www.cvent.com/d/k4qkr1


 

Our Association’s Greatest Honour - Watch now to find out who the 43rd WRLA Annual Industry Achievement Award Recipient is!



WRLA T.V is a great place to find out what's happening in your Industry! 
Breaking News | Industry Annoucements | Highlights from Industry Events |  AdvertisingNew Products Helpful Tips

CLICK HERE for our Media Kit and to find out how you can advertise on WRLA T.V!

CLICK HERE to Watch Now!



 

Submission Deadline - EXTENDED to January 7, 2014

Click for your "PALLET SPECIAL" Form - click here

"It is no secret that one of the key components to our shows success is the show specials. These "specials" drive attendance to the show and to your booths. Each year we hear of exhibitors having record sales and they attribute that to their specials." - WRLA Inc.

                  

 

Give your company and product a boost!
Enter your new product in the New Product Showcase Crystal Awards

For Details and Form CLICK HERE

*Only those companies exhibiting at the WRLA Prairie Showcase Buying Show are eligible to enter the New Product Showcase Awards.

 


Platinum Sponsors
Castle Building Centres
JELD-WEN
Sexton Group Ltd.

Diamond Sponsors
Regal Ideas
TIM-BR Mart

Gold Sponsors
All Weather Windows
EPICOR
Home Hardware Stores Limited
iRecycle
Lancashire Distribution
RONA
Taiga
ProfitMaster Canada

Silver Sponsors
All Fab Building Components
Can-Cell Industries Inc.
Steel-Craft Door Products Ltd.
Naylor Publishing

Bronze Sponsors
Alexandria Moulding
Alliance Door
CanWel Building Materials Division
Cherry Insurance
DelRoc
Duchesne et Fils ltee
Euro-Rite Cabinets Limited
Harris Rebar
Johns Manville
Morneau Shepell
National Forrest Products
Olfa
Quikrete/Taget Products
Resisto
Seljax

                                                                                                       

 



Kiah Hildebrand
– Canadian Lumber Timbr-Mart – Winkler, MB
in commemoration of Ed Smith, formerly of Smith's Lumber Yards

Alisha McEwan - McMunn & Yates – Brandon, MB
in commemoration of Brian Smith of McMunn & Yates

Aidan Crawford - King Marketing Ltd, - Richmond, BC
 in commemoration of the late  Bill Bowie of Arctic Inland Building Supplies

Drake Cornell - Westrum Lumber Ltd. – Rouleau, SK
 in commemoration of Dwight Dixon of Chatterson Lumber

Miranda A. Halladay - Creative Door Services – Saskatoon, SK
in commemoration of Terry Silverson of Security Building Supplies

Kyle Stratechuk - Simpson Strong-Tie Canada Ltd. - Maple Ridge, BC
in commemoration of Larry Wagner formerly of North American Lumber

Samantha Allegro – Johns Manville – Winnipeg, MB
 in commemoration of the late Bob Mondy of The Sexton Group

 


Got News?  Share it with us! 
And always watch for new videos and updates from the WRLA!

   

Help us get the word out about OUR Industry!

 
Industry News
From going on our website and reviewing the Rules & Regulations to determining your lead capture plan for the show - check out our 9 Essential Trade Show Tips!

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/9_essential_trade_show_tips.pdf to view the full article online.

 

Windows, doors, vinyl siding, accessories and more now available coast-to-coast across Canada for the new construction and repair/remodel markets, distributed through Ply Gem and Mitten by Ply Gem.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=246888&issueID=32894 to view the full article online.

 

CertainTeed Gypsum is broadening its Easi-Lite™ lightweight gypsum board product line with the addition of a fire-resistant option. Up to 30 percent lighter than standard 5/8-inch Type X board, the 5/8-inch Easi-Lite™ 30 features a specially formulated core with a 30-minute fire rating for walls in residential and commercial applications. Easi-Lite 30 can also be used in interior ceilings and is also easier to transport, lift, carry and install, reducing muscle strain and fatigue.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=246856&issueID=32894 to view the full article online.

 

President Ken Jenkins released this industry announcement today. Castle welcomes Lockwood Castle Building Centre located one hour west of Ottawa in Eastern Ontario. "This new member location reinforces Castle’s strategic advantage of supporting a business platform that delivers Independent’s maximum value while eliminating risk, liability or investment. We welcome Lockwood Building Centre to our family." Ken Jenkins; President.

For the full news story click on learn more below.

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/Castle_-New_Member_Announcement.pdf to view the full article online.

 

December 12, 2013 (London, ON) — Beginning in January 2014, it will be even easier for Chalifour customers to order wholesale building materials, paint, plumbing, electrical, power tools and hardware products online, with the launch of Chalifour’s new Electronic Catalogue (ECAT).

Click on learn more below for the full News Release.

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/TimbrMart_catelogue_announcement.pdf to view the full article online.

 

This Holiday Season, Develop a Plan for Crowd Control

The bustle of the holiday buying season means more customers will likely be coming through your doors. To ensure the safety and security of your store during the busy holiday season, having the proper crowd control procedures in place is vital.

Click Learn more below to find out how!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=246661&issueID=32894 to view the full article online.

 
Calendar of Events


January 22 - 24, 2014
WRLA Prairie Showcase
Prairieland Park - Saskatoon, Sk
ckelly@wrla.org

January 22, 2014
WRLA Prairie Showcase
Opening Night Meet & Greet
Radisson Hotel - Saskatoon, Sk
kristas@wrla.org

January 23, 2014
WRLA Prairie Showcase
Gala Evening
TCU Place - Saskatoon, Sk
kristas@wrla.org

January 24, 2014
WRLA Prairie Showcase
Closing Night Party
TCU Place - Saskatoon, Sk
kristas@wrla.org

To view the complete Events Calendar  CLICK HERE

 
Member Updates

NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Circle Graphics / Forge Products (Head Office)
#1 – 17530 – 56A Avenue
Surrey, BC   V3S 1G3
Phone: 604-576-6084
Fax: 604-576-6036
Main Contact: Mike Boram
Mike.boram@forgeproducts.ca
www.forgeproducts.ca
(Wholesaler) (Distributor) (Importer) hand and diamond tools, gate and fencing accessories

Hampton Lumber Sales (Head Office)
13091 Vanier Place
Suite 368
Richmond, BC    V6V 2J1
Phone: 604-377-7294
Fax: 604-232-5401
Main Contact: Dino Zanni
dinozanni@hamptonaffiliates.com
www.hamptonaffiliates.com
(Manufacturer) (Distributor) OSB, lumber and panel products

Melnor Inc. (Head Office)
22A - 1064 Queen Street West
Port Credit, ON   L5H 4K3
Phone: 540-722-5600
Toll Free Phone: 877-283-0697
Fax: 540-723-6483
Main Contact: Dave Evans
info@melnor.com
www.melnor.com
(Manufacturer) hose end watering products, garden cutting tools

 


2013-2014 WRLA DIRECTORY & Product Source Guide

Page 11
NAME: 2nd VICE CHAIR – Mark Westrum
CORRECT EMAIL ADDRESS:
mark@westrumlumber.com

Page 110
NAME: Alu-Rex Inc.
NEW CONTACT: Yvon Manny
Yvon.manny@alu-rex.com
Phone Toll Free: 855-823-0899

Page 115
NAME: CashierPRO Retail Systems Inc.
Randy Hessey Email: randy.hessey@cashierpro.com
Dave Pestill Email: dave.pestill@cashierpro.com

 
Association Publications
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.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=246664&issueID=32894 to view the full article online.

 
Alliance Designer Products
Westman Steel Industries
iRecycle Inc.