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Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: October 9, 2014What's Going On
Plumbing and Electrical with Bob
Bob Sutherland will retire at the end of the year and will no longer take this traveling course to Western Canada. This is your last chance to attend Bob's unique and valuable hands on plumbing and electrical training program for those with novice and intermediate experience.
October 22 - Winnipeg, MB – Plumbing with Bob Sutherland
October 23 - Winnipeg, MB –Electrical with Bob Sutherland
Manual Estimating
October 20& 21 -Leduc, AB – Manual Estimating – Level 1 - Estimating Fundamentals – Decks & Garages
October 22&23 -Leduc, AB – Manual Estimating – Level 2 – Estimating for Residential Construction
November 3&4 -Winnipeg, MB – Manual Estimating – Level 1 - Estimating Fundamentals – Decks & Garages
November 5&6 -Winnipeg, MB – Manual Estimating – Level 2 – Estimating for Residential Construction
Principles of Yard and Warehouse Operations
A one day course to focus on the principles to successfully operate a building center yard or warehouse. Learn the key principles of; professional leadership, efficient inventory management and logistics, customer service, staffing management, yard layout, equipment and safety elements. There is a recognition of the different yard sizes in the discussions and each participant will be challenged to create the steps necessary to move forward in their setting.
November 7 – Winnipeg, MB
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Register Online Today for your Name badges & Event Tickets
 ~List of Events~
Wednesday Jan. 21, 2015
7:00PM - Opening Night at The WRLA Saloon
Thursday Jan. 22, 2015
Opening Day of WRLA Buying Show
12:00PM - Annual General Meeting
7:00PM - WRLA's 125th Anniversary Celebration
Featuring The Ken Arlen Orchestra
Friday Jan. 23, 2015
Second day of WRLA Buying Show
10:45AM - Ladies Luncheon
11:45AM - NexGEN Luncheon
7:00PM - Closing Night Party Featuring Paul Brandt
11:00PM - WRLA After Party - FREE
For information on the 2015 Buying Show and Convention Events please visit www.wrla.org/buying-show
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Attention 2015 WRLA Buying Show Exhibitors
Booth invoices are now PAST DUE. If you have not received your booth invoice or have any questions, or if you wish to cancel, please email Caren at ckelly@wrla.org
If you would like to pay your booth invoice via Credit Card (Visa or Master Card only), please contact Lannie in accounting at 800-661-0253 ext. 4 or lmertz@wrla.org.
All Exhibitor information is available by following this link www.wrla.org/exhibitors which includes the interactive floor plan. If the link doesn’t work, copy and paste or type into your web-browser.
Online registration for name badges and evening event tickets are now available on the WRLA website.
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Industry News
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On Monday, October 6, RONA inc. (TSX: RON, RON.PR.A), will celebrate its 75th anniversary. Over that period, the Corporation has seen many changes and operated under different corporate names, but one thing has remained constant: RONA has always been passionate about serving its customers, which is why today it is the unchallenged leader in the distribution and sale of hardware, building materials and home renovation products in Canada. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=289070&issueID=36438 to view the full article online. |
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Minutes can mean the difference between life or death when an unexpected fire starts in your home. Statistics from Fire Prevention Canada show that, on average, fire kills eight people each week in Canada, with residential fires accounting for 73% of these fatalities. Many home building products may act as a barrier to the spread of fire, providing you with valuable time to safely exit. Roxul is proud to promote fire safety awareness with their support of Fire Prevention Week which will be observed October 5th to 11th.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=289071&issueID=36438 to view the full article online. |
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NRHA Monthly Program Communication – October 2014 Your customers are always searching for ways to organize their lives and possessions better. Whether simply seeking to decrease clutter or organize items in the "junk" drawer, space is at a premium for most home owners. Use the following tips to make the most of your storage sales: 1.) Display assembled products. 2.) Keep current on style. 3.) Sell the basics. 4.) Use special orders. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=289074&issueID=36438 to view the full article online. |
Calendar of Events
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UPCOMING EVENTS
October 22 & 23, 2014
2014 Hardlines Conference
Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre
www.hardlines.ca October 20 - 23, 2014
Manual Estimating Courses
Leduc, AB
October 22 & 23, 2014
Plumbing & Electrical with Bob Sutherland
Winnipeg, MB
November 3 - 6, 2014
Manual Estimating Courses
Winnipeg, MB
November 6 - 10, 2014
Sexton Member Conference
Nashville, Tennessee
Contact: Callak@sextongroup.com
November 7, 2014
Principles of Yard and Warehouse Operations
Winnipeg, MB
To learn more about upcoming events please visit www.wrla.org
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Member Updates
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NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER Teal Jones Group (Head Office)
17897 Triggs Road
Surrey, BC V4N 4M8
Phone: 604587-8700
Toll Free: 888-995-8325
Fax: 604-581-4104
Main Contact: Art Barker
(Manufacturer) shakes and shingles, lumber, decking, rough appearance timber
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WRLA Videos
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