The Toolbox
Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: July 17, 2014
 WRLA Kenosee Golf TournamentWHEN? Wednesday September 17th, 2014 WHERE’S THAT?
Take highway 9 North from Carlye or Highway 9 / 48 South into the gorgeous Moose Mountain Provincial Park. All proceeds from the tournament are directed to the WRLA Bursary and Scholarship Fund.
WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Tournament - Tuesday, August 19, 2014
WRLA 9th Annual Calgary Classic Golf Tournament SOLD OUT |
 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.
Please go to www.wrla.org/buying-show for hotel booking information.
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WRLA Bursary & Scholarship
Applications Available Now!
Visit our Website for more information:
www.wrla.org/education-a-training/bursaries-and-scholarships
Sponsored in part By:
Congratulations...
Joel Siebert
General Manager, Mountain View Building Materials - Calgary, AB
&
Eric Palmer
Canadian Sales Operations Manager, JELD-WEN Windows and Doors - Winnipeg, MB
Both Joel and Eric submitted written testimonials about their experiences in the Building Supply Industry, they told us their hopes for the NexGEN program and shared thoughts on the direction for the future of our Industry! They were selected from a group of individuals who applied for the chance to win an All Access Pass to the 19th Annual Hardlines Conference, including Travel & Accommodations, and most importantly the opportunity to sit on a panel of Young Professionals and Represent the WRLA in Industry discussions. Please join us in congratulating both these young men!
The 2014 -2015 WRLA Annual Directory will be in the mail by the end of July
Each membership will receive one directory.
Additional copies are available to members only at a cost of $60 each.
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The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent.
Total CPI inflation has moved up to around the 2 per cent target in recent months, sooner than expected. Core inflation has also increased but remains below 2 per cent. Recent higher inflation is attributable to the temporary effects of higher energy prices, exchange rate pass-through and other sector-specific shocks, rather than to any change in domestic economic fundamentals. Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/BofC-press-release-2014-07-16.pdf to view the full article online. |
 Nearly 90 percent of consumers check online reviews to learn more about a product, service or business, yet most businesses owners don’t know how to leverage the power of a positive review or mitigate the negative effects of a poor one. Use these tips to take the right steps when dealing with online reviews:1.) Highlight the Positives 2.) Wait to Respond 3.) Respond Gracefully 4.) Don't Forget 5.) Keep track of Platforms Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=275625&issueID=36426 to view the full article online. |
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August 14 – 16, 2014 Orgill Fall Market
Chicago, IL
August 19, 2014
WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Golf Tournament
Steinbach, MB
September 4, 2014
WRLA Calgary Classic Golf Tournament
Sundre, AB
September 4 & 5, 2014
RONA Dealer Market Montreal, QC
September 10 - 13, 2014
BSIA 2014 Westcoast Building & Hardware Show
Whistler, BC
September 17, 2014
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
Kenosee Lake, SK
September 20 -23, 2014
Home Hardware Fall Market St. Jacobs, ON
September 27 - 29, 2014
TruServ Fall Market Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB
Contact :kreimer@truserv.ca
October 22 & 23, 2014
2014 Hardlines Conference
Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre
October 22 & 23, 2014
Plumbing & Electrical with Bob Sutherland
Winnipeg, MB
November 6 - 10, 2014
Sexton Member Conference
Nashville, Tennessee
To view the complete Events Calendar CLICK HERE
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NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Abbotsford Concrete Products Ltd. (Head Office)
3422 McCallum Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7W6
Phone: 604-852-4967
Phone TF: 800-663-4091
Fax: 604-852-4819
Main Contact: Anders Danielsson
Email: Anders.acp@pavingstones.com
(Manufacturer) concrete paving stones, slabs, retaining walls, overlay product, storm water management systems
Drive Products Inc. (Head Office)
1665 Shawson Drive
Mississauga, ON L4W 1T7
Phone: 905-564-5800
Phone TF: 800-668-6012
Fax: 905-564-5799
Main Contact: Paul Weatherbie
(Manufacturer) truck roll-off systems and truck equipment
New Concept Quality Doors (Head Office)
P.O. Box 330
205 Arthur Street
Wingham, ON N0G 2W0
Phone: 519-357-3333
Phone TF: 855-357-9933
Fax: 888-584-9331
Main Contact: Janice Kikkert
(Manufacturer) economy doors, pre-finished doors, custom doors |
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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.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=275629&issueID=36426 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!  |
