The Toolbox

Western Retail Lumber Association

WRLA Toolbox: June 5, 2014
What's Going On

   
2014 HARDLINES Conference
Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre 
October 22nd & 23rd


WRLA in Partnership with NRHA want to send one Retail and one Associate member to the Hardlines Conference to Represent NexGEN! 
    
Be part of a panel discussion with Industry Leaders, plus attend seminars and the 2014 Outstanding Retailer Awards!



 CLICK HERE for Contest Details

 
Want to learn more about the contest or WRLA NexGEN?
Visit
www.wrla.org/nexgen or contact Krista at kristas@wrla.org 


 



WRLA Terry Yates Memorial, Steinbach, MB August 19th - CLICK HERE
19th Annual WRLA Calgary Classic, Sundre, AB September 4th - CLICK HERE
WRLA Golf Kenosee, Kenosee Lake, SK  September 17th - CLICK HERE

Visit www.wrla.org for more information

 


WRLA Bursary & Scholarship
Applications Available Now!




Visit our Website for more information:
www.wrla.org/education-a-training/bursaries-and-scholarships
 
or
Contact Krista Scherpenzeel at kristas@wrla.org or 1-800-661-0253

 

 

Exhibitor Contracts have been emailed - if you didn’t receive yours, you can download it from the link below.
Please share all show information with all your booth personal
www.wrla.org/exhibitor-information/exhibitor-guide .


Check out the 2015 Interactive Floor Plan - Find your Booth! 
www.wrla.org/exhibitor-information/floorplan

Complete your contract and return to Ckelly@wrla.org in order to reserve your booth – deadline is June 13, 2014
*Booth invoices will be emailed in August.*

Want to expand your Brand Reach? 
Contact us today about Sponsorship Opportunities!
Forms are available here: www.wrla.org/exhibitor-information/exhibitor-guide or you can call us today at 1-800-661-0253

 


The WRLA will publish its’ annual Directory in July 2014.

 
Each membership will receive one directory.
Additional copies are available to members only at a cost of $60 each.

CLICK HERE to Order ADDITIONAL COPIES

 

 

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!
 

The time to get ready for Calagary is NOW!
Take a peek at the beautiful city hosting the 2015 WRLA Buying Show!

   

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!

 
Industry News

With the rush of spring planting over, homeowners may be ready to tackle another project to spruce up their lawns and gardens. Here are three ways you can get your share of sales from those customers looking to enhance their outdoor spaces

Landscaping projects, Water gardening, Go deep in yard decorations...

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=269185&issueID=36420 to view the full article online.

 


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)?
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CLICK HERE for the complete details!

 
Calendar of Events


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

October 22 & 23, 2014
2014 Hardlines Conference
Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre

To view the complete Events Calendar  CLICK HERE

 
Member Updates

NEW RETAIL MEMBER

Gibsons Building Supplies
Box 167
924 Gibsons Way
Gibsons, BC  V0N 1V0
Phone: 604-886-8141
Fax: 604-886-2823
Email: info@gibsonsbuilding.com
Main Contact: Murray Wilson
(Retailer) (TIM-BR MART)

 
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=269187&issueID=36420 to view the full article online.

 
WRLA Videos


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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