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If you or your office has not yet booked your hotel rooms for the 2015 WRLA Buying Show in Calgary, please do so now! The Hyatt is the host hotel.

Go to http://www.wrla.org/buying-show - on this page you will find links to the following:

• Venue Map
• Hotel Summary (with prices)
• Group Hotel Room Booking Form

Pick your top choice hotels, fill out the form answering all the questions and then forward to Zoey.

Exhibitor Contracts will be emailed out by May 16, so if you don’t get yours email Caren at ckelly@wrla.org

The 2015 WRLA Buying Show Interactive Floor Plan is available on http://www.wrla.org/exhibitor-information/floorplan so you can find your booth – please share with all your booth personal.

 

Have you Renewed?
*Invoices and renewal papers have been mailed.*

Any Changes?

Return your forms as soon as possible so we may update our information!
*Membership Payment is now Past Due*

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

 

Take your skills to the next level
Store Managers * Supervisors * Purchasers * Marketers * Warehouse Manager



Enroll now in the Retail Business Management Studies Program
Sponsored by the WRLA.
Take one, two, or more modules - customize the program for your needs

June 2 – 17, 2014 Winnipeg, MB
REGISTER NOW for RBMSP

 

Please note that all WRLA Rebate forms are available online at the link below.
*REBATE FORMS WILL NOT BE MAILED OUT*

Visit our website for Information & Rebate Forms: www.wrla.org/education-a-training/health-and-safety

 

 

We encourage your participation in the enclosed survey as the more companies that participate, the more credible the data will be. 

The information we request in the survey not only benefits those who participate, but also provides useful information to the Association in meeting the needs of our retail members.  All survey information received from our members is confidential. Only the summarized information totaled from all responses will be distributed.

All companies who complete the survey
will receive a copy of the results FREE ($99 value).

Start Survey Now - CLICK HERE


Questions? Contact Krista Scherpenzeel at 1-800-661-0253 ext. 2 or kristas@wrla.org

Thank you in advance for your participation!

 

Want to get involved with WRLA NexGEN?



Be part of the conversation
Visit www.wrla.org/nexgen Today!


Contact Krista Scherpenzeel at 1-800-661-0253 ext. 2 or kristas@wrla.org
for more information on NexGEN Program.

 

We're currently collecting Industry Memorabilia!

WRLA Members if you have any Company or Industry memorabilia such as Photos, Stories, Old Marketing Pieces, News Clippings or other documents dating as far back as you can remember we'd love to see them!

Please contact Caren Kelly at ckelly@wrla.org for more information.

 

Watch for New Episodes Coming Soon!



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

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

CLICK HERE to Watch Now!

 

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!

 

Did you know?
In most insurance policies Cyber & Privacy Breach are not covered?



Are you exposed to data breach and cyber liability?
Do you store, hold or even pass on to third parties personal information about clients, customers or employees (includes electronic as well as paper files/data)? If you do, you will have an exposure to the legal and regulatory ramifications of a data breach.

CLICK HERE to Learn more!

 

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What Is MyCare Health Benefit Option* (HBO)?
MyCare HBO provides Plan Members with access to Mayo Clinic expertise throughtheir team of over 3,700 experts for medical diagnosis so the best treatment and recovery plan are not delayed.

CLICK HERE for the complete details!

 

Trevor Kowalchuk, Dealer-Owner, Brandon Home Hardware Building Centre, is one of only eight independent home improvement retailers across North America to be named ‘Young Retailer of the Year’ for 2014 by the North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA). The 34 year old officially received his recognition last night at the 18th annual NRHA awards presentation at the Renaissance Hotel in Las Vegas.

"I feel very privileged to be recognized like this by the NRHA. I’ve had the opportunity to learn a lot from Home Hardware Dealer-Owners and corporate Staff over the years, and it is this network of support that I attribute my success. I look forward to continuing to represent the Home brand."

- Trevor Kowalchuk, Dealer-Owner, Brandon Home Hardware Building Centre

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=265503&issueID=36416 to view the full article online.

 

Although it doesn’t seem like it right now, the hot, humid days will arrive soon. That means your customers will be looking for ways to stay cool. Here are four products that can boost sales in your cooling category this season.

• Air circulators
  Unlike the traditional tabletop fan that moves air in a single direction, air circulators move air around an entire room. These products are also more expensive than traditional fans, so train your employees on their benefits so they can upsell.
• Mini-splits
  This ductless heat pump system can provide hot or cold air and is perfect for cooling an individual room. The mini-split is less expensive to operate than a gas furnace because it operates on electricity. Installing one is also not a project most do-it-yourselfers will tackle. Have a list of recommended installers that you can give your customers.
• Repair items
  Many homeowners, in order to save money, are more likely to repair their air conditioners themselves than hire someone. Make sure you have some universal repair parts on hand. Offer this as a point of differentiation between yourself and the big boxes, as most of them either do not carry repair parts or have a limited offering.
• Wi-Fi thermostats
  Programmable thermostats can save consumers money in the summer as much as in the winter. The latest development in this product is Wi-Fi control capabilities. Consumers can control the temperature of their homes from their smartphones or tablets. To best show your customers how it works, install one of the thermostats in your own home. Then you can show your customers how you can control your home’s temperature from your store with the smartphone app.

WRLA IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NRHA

The goal of the North American Retail Hardware Association is to help independent hardware and home improvement retailers become better and more profitable merchants through a wide array of educational and training programs, financial management resources, and human resource tools that are all available online. WRLA members get unlimited access to a full range of training and management services when they join NRHA through the WRLA. CLICK HERE for more Information.

 

 Tuesday June-10-2014

Use Coupon code CGO15 to get 15 % off, if  you register before May 12th, 2014

DESCRIPTION

Canada is the United States' largest trading partner. The United States and Canada have been working on the "Beyond the Border Action Plan" to strengthen and expedite trade and travel between both countries. This webinar will assist U.S. companies who export goods to Canada to learn the newest updates in procedures and regulations. It will also assist companies in maintaining current procedures and implementing internal controls to reduce or avoid penalties.

Who Will Benefit:

Exporters, Manufacturers, Export Order, Customer Service, Accounting, Shipping/Receiving, Sales/Marketing, Engineering/Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Freight Forwarders, Customhouse Brokers, Consultants, Attorneys, Customs compliance personnel.

To learn more about the speaker and Register Online
 CLICK HERE

 

 

June 2 - 19, 2014
Retail Business Management Studies Program
www.wrla.org/education-a-training/education-calendar

June 18 - 20,  2014
Castle Western Buying Expo
Calgary, AB

August 14 – 16, 2014
Orgill Fall Market
Chicago, IL
www.orgill.com

August 19.  2014
WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament
Steinbach, MB

September 4. 2014
WRLA Calgary Classic Golf Tournament
Sundre, AB

September 10 - 13, 2014
BSIA 2014 Westcoast Building & Hardware Show
Whistler, BC
www.bsiabc.ca

September 17. 2014
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
Kenosee Lake, SK


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.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=265457&issueID=36416 to view the full article online.

 

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!