The WRLA has published its Member Directory & Product Source Guide in a digital format for the first time in 2019. To access an electronic copy of Member Directory & Product Source Guide please visit the Member Area under the Buying Show tab to access the log in section of the website or click here.
If you require the password or are unsure if you are a member, please contact Erin Lubinski at erinl@wrla.org
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Debert, NS – December 2, 2019 – Peter Kohler, founder of Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems, passed away in his sleep this morning at his winter home in Florida. He was 77 years old.
Peter Kohler founded Kohler Windows, now Kohltech Windows and Entrance Systems, almost forty years ago with four employees and built one of the most respected window and door brands in Canada. Peter devoted his life to the window and door industry and won many awards for his accomplishments both regionally and nationally. He retired in 2010 after selling the company to his Management team.
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CALGARY, AB, November 26, 2019 – ARW Truck Equipment Ltd. is growing. The company announces the expansion of its service area to cover all of Saskatchewan, as well as Northeast and Southeast British Columbia, including Golden, Cranbrook, Fernie, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Chetwynd and Fort Nelson. The company will service the Fort St. John area through its established ARW Truck facility in Grande Prairie.
ARW Truck Equipment Ltd. has its roots as a Canadian institution since 1895. In 1942 it established a firm foothold in Alberta selling and servicing the materials handling, light construction, and truck-mounted equipment markets. In the more than 77-years since, the company has built solid long-term relationships, and an enviable reputation for product quality and careful attention to customer needs.
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Industry Literacy Skills: The Role of the WRLA in Today’s Lumber Building Materials Industry
Feb 3 - Feb 7
March 2 - 6
Negotiation Skills
Feb 10 - Feb 14
March 9 - 13
Critical Thinking Skills
Feb 17 - Feb 21
March 16 - 20
Relationship Management: Communication, Active Listening & Customer Satisfaction
Feb 24 - Feb 28
March 23 - 27
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With January being a slower time it is the perfect time to register your staff for professional development opportunities! To ensure we are providing sufficient education opportunities during the week of the WRLA Show the following WRLA courses have been added to the agenda:
Principles of Yard and Warehouse Operations - Jan.21st, 2020
Advanced Estimating - Level 3 - Jan.22, 2020
To register please contact Erin Lubinski at erinl@wrla.org
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Affiliate:
BC Wood Specialties, BC - www.bcwood.com - Randi Walker
Associates:
Retailer:
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VAUGHAN, ON, November 26, 2019 – Come January 1, 2020, TIMBER MART will be welcoming a new commercial dealer, Morin Bros. Building Supplies Inc. (Morin Bros. Building Supplies) to their group. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Morin Bros. Building Supplies will be joining to gain better buying power in their key product categories as they grow and compete in their local market.
“A number of American-based businesses are buying into our Canadian market share and we felt we needed to join forces with TIMBER MART to be better recognized by manufacturers and truly compete,” says Gérald Morin, part-owner of Morin Bros. Building Supplies. “We look forward to benefitting from the group’s buying power and their many other services that will sustain our rapid growth in Ontario and amidst fierce U.S. competition.”
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January 20
Advanced Estimating Level 3 with Stan Burkholder 8am - 4:30pm Hyatt Regency Hotel.
January 21
Principles of Yard and Warehouse Operations with Stan Burkholder 8am - 4:30pm Hyatt Regency Hotel.
January 21
LBM Industry Advocacy Summit 2pm - 5pm Marriott Hotel Downtown Details coming soon.
January 22
Pre-Show Education Classes. Download WRLA 2020 Show app for class schedule or view online. Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Welcome Wednesday Meet Up 2PM - 8PM A casual meet up in the Sandstone Lounge-Thompson's Social Hub room. Members can meet up in this private room to socialize and get their badge printed
January 23
BMO Centre
2020 WRLA Buying Show: 8am - 5pm
WRLA Annual General Meeting - 2pm Show Floor - Education Classroom
January 23
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Meet us at "The Place" A social Networking and Awards Night - hosted by the WRLA at the Hyatt Regency Ballroom this night celebrates one another and furthers our connections made at the show.
Join us from 6:30pm - 11:00pm and enjoy the food stations, appetizers, and the socializing. No additional cost but attendees must wear their Show badges to ensure entrance to the event.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
January 24
BMO Centre
2020 Buying Show: 9:00am - 2:30pm
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WRLA is pleased to present Generations in the Workplace. In this informative webinar, you will gain a clearer understanding of each of the generations at work and how to motivate them.
Diane will then share 4 keys to creating success that should no doubt help you in navigating generational diversity in your business.
Regsiter for this Free Webinar here.
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The building supply industry is one of the largest (and still growing) segments of the Canadian economy. There are a wide range of jobs that will appeal to people will all kinds of skill sets, education, and training. Discover opportunities behind a desk, on your feet or on the road, corporate, retail, sales, management, and so much more. The building supply industry is the ideal place to start a career, or move up to your next big thing.
If you're a member you have free access to post jobs to this job board. Visit the link below, select our Association name and use code WRLAJOBS7273 to post your job for free.
Don't forget to share it on all social media channels as well!
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