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WRLA Toolbox: June 11, 2015What's Going On
HOTEL SCAM ALERT!
"High ALERT as there is increased activity in HOTEL SCAMMING for the WRLA Buying Show in Calgary, January 20 22, 2016. Please keep your reservation information confidential. Do not provide details of your reservation to anyone who calls you. If in doubt, please email WRLA-housing@icsevents.com
For more information on the 2016 WRLA Buying Show Hotels please visit: http://www.wrla.org/hotels-and-travel
For more information on the 2016 WRLA Buying Show Hotels please visit: http://www.wrla.org/hotels-and-travel
 The WRLA is proud to offer seven $1,500 Bursaries and seven $3,000 Scholarships each academic year. To learn more about eligibility and for full program details visit www.wrla.org or contact Krista at kristas@wrla.org  |
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Take Advantage of this Industry Gathering!
The WRLA Buying Show is one of the largest shows of its kind in Canada, with 700 booths and over 260 exhibiting companies. Year after year Exhibitor booths are sold out and with a wait list. Retailers in the lumber and home improvement industry from across Western Canada attend the Show for; the excellent deals, new products, renew old friendships, make new ones, and fantastic entertainment. Each year we are pleased to offer you this opportunity to increase your company’s strategic position and become "top-of-mind" with retailers. Each category guarantees the sponsor profile, recognition, and access to attending retailers.
*Deadline to Sponsor is June 12, 2015
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WIN your way to the 20th Annual Hardlines Conference!
Conference Pass | Travel & Accommodations | Young Leaders Panel | ORA Gala
One WRLA Retail and Associate Member will be selected
for more information contact Krista at kristas@wrla.org
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Tell them to visit the WRLA Career Opportunities Webpage!
Our members post their current opening for FREE, over a dozen positions are posted online right now! Visit: http://www.wrla.org/careers/current-openings |
Industry News
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The evening featured many repeat winners with ScotiaBank taking home their second consecutive Community Involvement: Business/Corporate Award. As well Northland Building Supply was the winner for the second consecutive year of Business of the Year 11 Employees and Over Award, Congrats to Gregg Chester and Tanya Chester Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=325212&issueID=36473 to view the full article online. |
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These home exterior accessories have been colour-matched to perfectly complement Mitten by Ply Gem vinyl siding. Brantford, ON – Ply Gem®, a leading North American exterior building products manufacturer, introduces the latest category to its portfolio in Canada: Ply Gem Blocks and Vents. Now available nationwide through Mitten’s coast-to-coast distribution network, these new accessories are part of an industry-leading colour-match program, with more than 100 colours designed to perfectly complement Mitten® by Ply Gem branded vinyl siding. Perfect for mounting light fixtures, mailboxes, and even doorbells, Ply Gem mounting blocks are simple for professionals to install and make a stylish addition to any exterior. With an innovative two-piece design that easily adjusts to fit over many siding choices, Ply Gem mounting blocks are a simple, sleek enhancement to a home exterior. Built to withstand the harshest weather conditions, they also won’t chip, crack, or split Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=325058&issueID=36473 to view the full article online. |
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It wasn’t that long ago that there were just two ways someone could buy something; either in a store or through the mail – if you were willing to wait four to six weeks for delivery. Today the typical mail order purchase has been replaced with the ability to go online, either through your computer or mobile device. And instead of the merchandise arriving in four to six weeks, it takes just a day or two – and sometimes just an hour or two. It’s not just how we buy that is changing, but also what we buy. And, in many cases, technology is the driving force behind our changing behavior. Here is an example that might put it into perspective. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=325207&issueID=36473 to view the full article online. |
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It is my pleasure to announce the addition of Bernie Gauthier in the role of General Manager - Siding to our Building Products team in Milton effective June 1, 2015.
Bernie was born and raised in the industry with the family business being deeply entrenched in the building supplies industry. This is where he got his first working experiences. Bernie also has extensive experience in Sales, International sales, Residential, Commercial Construction and was a partner in a Pressure treating plant.
Bernie joined Resisto a Div of Soprema (an international manufacturer specializing in the development and production of waterproofing products for the building and civil engineering sectors) in 2005 as a Sales & Development and National Account Manager. We are excited to have Bernie join our team with his strong background in our industry.
Please join me in welcoming Bernie to Taiga.
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