The WRLA is looking to fill one (1) Director position in the province of Alberta/Northwest Territories to serve a two-year term commencing at the Annual Meeting of Members on January 18, 2018. The Nominations Committee is seeking a qualified candidate to play a role in the stewardship of an organization that respects engagement, transparency, accountability, and other attributes representing leading-edge governance.

The Buying Show is only two months away! By now you have received your booth billing and will be starting to organize your shipping and display needs. Be sure to review the 2018 Exhibitor Guide available on our website. This guide can assist you in all pre-planning aspects and inform you of the show rules and regulations.

Name Badge & Event Registration for the 2018 WRLA Buying Show & Convention is now open!

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Be aware that scammers have tried to solicit members on everything from hotel reservations to misleading emails attempting to collect booth dues. It's important that you forward any suspicious communications to our attention immediately, so that we may inquire and take corrective action where necessary. Please note that the WRLA accepts payment by cheque (sent to our office mailing address) or by phoning in with your credit card. DO NOT provide credit card information via email and DO NOT attempt to transfer funds. If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact Liz Kovach, WRLA President at 1-800-661-0253 ext. 1

WRLA NexGEN is bringing 3rd and 4th-year Supply Chain and Marketing students to walk the show floor and interact with exhibiting companies! If you're interested in having these students visit your booth for a private 15 minute session to learn about your company and employment opportunities contact Wynne Au, Member Services Manager at WynneA@wrla.org Don't miss this FREE recruitment opportunity for WRLA Members!

The WRLA has secured discounted rates and concessions for our Members attending the 2018 WRLA Buying Show & Convention in Calgary, AB. All Calgary hotels have a choice to partner with us, and it is important to know who chooses to support your association and you as a member. We ask that you support your association, and only book with partnering properties. Click "Learn More..." below to view our partners. You can book directly with your preferred hotel!

The CRBSC recognized the opportunity to transform our highly successful Estimating Fundamentals workshop to an online format to address a number of issues: the cost of travel from remote locations, valuable time spent away from the store, and offering a learning experience for those staff already engaged with virtual technology.

Your digital edition of the Yardstick - Issue 5, the Selling Issue is available now! This edition features a recap of WRLA's 2017 golf events, a peek into the NexGEN 2.0 program and trade show tips from your Show Manager. To read these, and many more great articles click on the link below.

We are pleased to announce that Stan Burkholder, Industry Trainer and Advocate, will receive the 2017 WRLA Industry Achievement Award. Please join us in congratulating Stan on this prestigious award! We encourage you to join us in celebrating Stan and this great honour at the 2018 WRLA Closing Night Party on January 19, 2018 at The Hyatt Regency Hotel in Calgary, Ab. The Closing Night will feature a toast to Stan, industry presentations, and we'll wrap up the 2018 Buying Show & Convention with a fantastic performance from The Ken Arlen Evolution Orchestra!

The Building Material Council of Canada (BMCC) has developed a strategic partnership to address industry needs and challenges head on. The partnership will consist of buying groups and key suppliers whose investments will further initiatives aimed to move the industry forward. BMCC identified four key initiatives at their national meeting in June 2017.

As the newest member of the WRLA team, Iris will be the first point of contact for our members. Iris will support the efforts of our accounting department along with multiple WRLA programs and initiatives. She looks forward to meeting our members at the 2018 Buying Show in Calgary – so make sure you register!

King Marketing is committed to be the only viable choice for manufacturers seeking exceptional representation across Canada in the Home Improvement Sector. King provides its represented manufacturers with a powerful team of experienced, knowledgeable, engaged and resourceful representatives.

The Family Enterprise Xchange Manitoba is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 2018 Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA). Established in 1986, the Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) is given annually by FEX to recognize, celebrate, and promote the achievements of Manitoba family businesses recognizing the considerable contribution they make to both their local community and our national economy. Application submission deadline is January 12, 2018.