The Toolbox
Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: July 24, 2014
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:
 WRLA Terry Yates Memorial Tournament Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at The Links at Quarry Oaks, Steinbach, MB
WRLA 9th Annual Calgary Classic Golf Tournament
Thursday, September 4, 2014 at Sundre Golf Club, Sundre, AB
This tournament is SOLD OUT
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at Kenosee Golf Course, Kenosee, SK
Thank you for supporting the WRLA Bursary and Scholarship Fund! |
 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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Congratulations...
Joel Siebert
General Manager, Mountain View Building Materials - Calgary, AB
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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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What do you want to see featured on the next episode of WRLA T.V? |
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Gord McCusker as the General Manager of ILDC effective January 1, 2015. Gord comes to ILDC after starting in the industry in 2003 as the Vice President of Finance at Euramax Canada (formerly GSW Building Products) and spending the last six years leading the company as its Business Manager. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=276985&issueID=36427 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=276814&issueID=36427 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 RETAIL MEMBERS
Home Hardware Building Centre (Merritt, BC)
P.O. Box 340
1701 Voght St
Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
Phone: 250-378-4215
Phone TF: 866-378-4277
Fax: 250-378-6467
Main Contact: Fred Riley
(RETAILER) (HOME HARDWARE)
Invermere Home Hardware Building Centre
Box 40
9980 Arrow Rd.
Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
Phone: 250-342-6908
Phone TF: 800-731-1103
Fax: 250-392-9744
Main Contact: Allen Miller
(RETAILER) HOME HARDWARE
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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=276818&issueID=36427 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!  |
