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Western Retail Lumber Association

WRLA Toolbox: December 17, 2015
What's Going On


WRLA Holiday Schedule:


  December 21 - 23 |  OPEN 8:00AM - 5:00PM
December 24 - January 3 |    CLOSED
Regular office hours resume on Monday January 4, 2016

The WRLA Team wishes you all a happy and healthy holiday season!
 

#2016WRLARockTheShow

– Take a selfie or group shot and upload it using our hashtag #2016WRLARockTheShow


Capture your favorite booths at the show, or share your memorable moments from one of the convention events!  What ever your moment is, share it with us!


Win a $500 Visa Gift Card!

*Either get your name badge clearly in the photo or tweet your name and company so we can find you after the show! Contest eligible to WRLA members only
 

 

Over 265 Exhibitors in 700 Booths ~ 170,000 sq/ft
Innovation Station ~ Show & Pallet Specials


Get your name badges for the
Two Day Buying Show & Three Evening Events

*All Attendees must be WRLA Members*

Do you have questions abut the upcoming show?  
Check out our online FAQ's and Exhibitor Guide
Plus learn more about travel, hotels and all our amazing events by visiting: www.wrla.org/about-the-show
 

What New Products are you showcasing this year?

Important Exhibitor Information:
  • Have you registered online for your name badges & event tickets?
  • Have you checked the Online Exhibitor Guide? CLICK HERE 
  • Have you ordered your services?
  • Have you sent in your Innovation Station (new products) Form?
    Section 7 - CLICK HERE
  • Have you sent in your Pallet Show Specials Form & Sell Sheet?
    Section 8 - CLICK HERE
  • Have you checked the Move-in Schedule?

    Move in schedule is by booth size - largest first:

    Red -  Monday (unless otherwise requested directly to Caren)
    Orange - Tuesday 8:00am - 1:00pm
    Green - Tuesday 1:00pm - 6:00pm
    Blue - Wednesday 8:00am - 6:00pm
    If your shipment arrives prior to designated time - driver will be asked to wait or come back
    Click here to view and download the PDF file
 

In accordance with By-Law 7.1, Gary Hamilton, President of the WRLA, announces that the Annual General Meeting of the WRLA will be held at noon, on Thursday, January 21, 2016 in the Palomino Room at the BMO Stampede Park located in Calgary, Alberta.  

The purpose of this meeting will be:
  • Through an election, to fill vacancies on the Board of Directors for a Retail Member representing Saskatchewan, a Retail Member representing Alberta and an Associate Member representing Manitoba.
  • To approve the WRLA Audited Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2015
  • To appoint the auditor for the WRLA
  • To adopt the Minutes of the 2015 Annual General Meeting
  • To hear reports from the Chair of the Board, the President, and the Chairs of a number of Standing Committees. 

An agenda for the Annual General Meeting in included in this notice.  
CLICK HERE TO VIEW AGM AGENDA

In accordance to section 9.4 of our By-Laws, the Nominating Committee is presenting:
  • Wendell Gillert from Allied Lumberland in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan;
  • Joel Seibert from Mountain View Building Materials in Calgary;
  • Andrew Reimer from All-Fab Building Components in Winnipeg, Manitoba 
As the nominees to fill Board of Directors vacancies as a Retail member in Saskatchewan, a Retail member in Alberta and an Associate Member in Manitoba respectively.

The nominees’ profiles are included in this notice.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW NOMINEE PROFILES

If you have any questions regarding the Annual General Meeting, the agenda or the nominees please don't hesitate to contact Gary Hamilton, WRLA President at ghamilton@wrla.org or direct at 204-953-1691
For a PDF of this announcement please CLICK HERE

 

Do you have your Event Tickets yet?
Don't miss our wonderful 60's & 70's inspired evening events! 



And back this year is our Breakfast Speaker event, joining us Friday morning will be generational guru Jeanne Martinson!

ALL TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

For more information or to register for the 2016 WRLA Buying Show visit: 
 
Thank you to our 2016 WRLA Buying Show Sponsors!

~ Platinum ~
Castle Building Centres
JELD-WEN Windows & Doors
Sexton Group Ltd.

~ Diamond ~
Regal Ideas
TIMBER MART

~ Gold ~
All Weather Windows
Ply Gem / Mitten par by Ply Gem
Naylor Association Solutions
ACCEO

~ Silver ~
All-Fab Building Components Inc.
Can-Cell Industries Inc.
Harris Rebar
Home Hardware Stores
Steel-Craft Door Products

~ Bronze ~
Alexandria Moulding
Cherry Insurance
DelRoc
Irwin Tools - Newell Rubbermaid
Johns Manville
Morneau Shepell
Novik
Nuvo Iron
Resisto
Target Products
Seljax
 
Member Benefits

From personal to business needs, WRLA has you covered!
Checkout some of our most popular benefits:



CLICK HERE TO WATCH NOW!


And be sure to check out the WRLA Videos Page, here you can view all our archived videos and learn more about advertising and promotional opportunities.
Visit: videos.wrla.org/home
 
Industry News
Paul Lafrance, the Celebrity TV Host and Professional Builder, from hit shows including Decked Out, Disaster Decks, Deck Wars, Custom Built, as well as being a judge on Canada’s Handyman Challenge, is teaming up with Regal ideas Inc., North America’s leading and most trusted brand in Aluminum Railings, Outdoor Building products, and Telesteps Engineered Climbing products to launch a series of cutting edge products in 2016.

The Paul Lafrance and Regal ideas Inc. partnership also includes a series of installation videos, event appearances, social media and website collaborations, national promotions and the launch of the Regal ideas University and Contractor Certification Programs. Regal will be the exclusive aluminum railing system and Telesteps will be the only telescopic ladders used on future Paul Lafrance TV shows.
 

(Saskatoon, December. 11th, 2015) - Superior Cabinets is pleased to announce its plans to expand their dealer network in Canada and the United States.

Superior Cabinets has appointed Adam Taman as Business Development Manager to work with new customers and prospects. "Adam has served in multiple roles within the company and is the perfect fit for this initiative," says Scott Hodson, President and CEO of Superior Cabinets. "We are excited for the knowledge and enthusiasm he brings to the team."
Originally hired on as the Corporate Controller in 2011, Adam then advanced to Business Operations Manager in 2014 where he led several logistics and transformation key initiatives.

"This is a great advancement for the growth and expansion of Superior Cabinets," says Adam Taman, newly appointed Business Development Manager of Superior Cabinets. "The timing couldn’t be better, as we have seen a large interest for our product in new markets over the past few months."

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/Superior_Cabinets_new_release.pdf to view the full article online.

 

New Commercial Member, Master Building Materials Joins TIM-BR MART

TIM-BR MART Group (TIM-BR MART) extends its commercial arm in Ontario with the addition of its newest member, Master Building Materials. Located in Woodbridge, Ont., Master Building Materials joins TIM-BR MART to benefit from the groups’ national buying power and grow their business.

"As a TIM-BR MART member, we will have ample opportunity for growth with the group’s competitive buying programs in each of our key categories," says Loreto Iacobelli, general manager for Master Building Materials. "We appreciate the new direction TIM-BR MART is going in and look forward to our future with the group."

"The positive changes that we’ve made over the last two years have resulted in a leaner business model today that is being recognized by independents across Canada," says Bernie Owens, president of the TIM-BR MART Group. "We will continue to grow our group and offer our members the competitive advantages they need to develop profitable and sustainable businesses."

Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/TIM-BR_MART_Extends_Commercial_Arm_in_Ontario_-_Dec_14_2015.pdf to view the full article online.

 

Castle Building Centres Group has announced some key changes to their Business Development structure. Castle is committed to providing superior service to their growing national member base. As a result of several years of member growth, Castle will be enhancing their Business Development Management structure as the New Year begins.

"Our continued growth will only provide value if it further enhances our service commitment to our entire member network. The combination of new member additions and the organic growth of our existing member base, requires that we enhance the structure that services their ability to succeed in the market. Our Business Development team is best in Class and these changes further support our commitment to our members."
President, Ken Jenkins

The first announcement is the newly developed role, Director of Business Development. The role was created to assist our Business Development Team in strengthening the communication within our membership and assist in coordinating growth objectives in all regions. Bruce Holman, BDM for the Central Region, will assume this new position to coordinate and oversee the activities of our regional Business Development Managers across the country. Castle will assess the additional member support needs for the Central Region in early 2016.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=353872&issueID=36496 to view the full article online.

 
Calendar of Events

ALL UPCOMING EVENTS

January 20 -  22, 2016 
2016 WRLA Buying Show
Calgary, AB
Host Hotel: Hyatt Regency

January 24-30, 2016
Timber Mart National Conference 

February 19 & 20, 2016 
Timbr Mart National Buying Show
Palais des congrès in Montréal

March 2 & 3, 2016 
62nd Annual Atlantic Building Materials Show
Moncton Coliseum, Moncton, NB


To view all upcoming WRLA events please CLICK HERE
 
Member Updates

WELCOME NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Edge Eyewear (Head Office)
P.O. Box 845
1221 Marshall Way
Layton, UT    84041
Phone: 866-953-7325
Fax: 866-324-7325
Main Contact: Customer Service
(Wholesaler) Designer safety-rated eyewear that is compliant with CSA standards

Keson Industries, Inc. (Head Office)
810 Commerce St.
Aurora, IL    60504
Phone: 800-345-9766
Fax: 800-345-8849
Main Contact: Jude Nosek
(Manufacturer) Mechanical measuring and marking tools, measuring wheels, tape measures, chalk and chalk line reels.


MEMBER UPDATE

Page 127
Renin Corp. (Head Office)
Correct Address and Contact:
110 Walker Drive
Brampton, ON   L6T 4H6
Main Contact: John Gray
Direct Phone: 905-595-6916


 
WRLA Videos
Have you watched the latest episode from WRLA Videos? Don't wait to take full advantage of this terrific media channel, one of the many benefits of your WRLA membership!

Stay up-to-date on the latest industry news and events with our engaging new communication channel.

Check it out here!



 
EcoPoxy
Westman Steel Industries
Home Hardware Stores Ltd
Castle Building Centres
All Weather Windows Ltd.
Sexton Group Ltd.