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Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: March 5, 2015What's Going On
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ONLY 1 Week left to offer your Feedback!
Please click on the correct link below Exhibitor Survey CLICK HERE Retailer Survey CLICK HERE This survey will only take 5 minutes to complete. Upon completion your name will be entered to WIN a Tablet! Survey must be completed by March 13, 2015. |
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RETAILERS - Don’t be fooled! You may think you know your customer and they will tell you a problem exists, but statistics show only one out of every ten customers voice an opinion. And remember, good news travels fast, bad news travels faster. If you have an unsatisfied customer, you may never know and they could start spreading the word.
Here’s how it works. The WRLA is partnered with one of the leading appraisal firms in Canada to conduct the Mystery Shop. They use professional shoppers who know what to look for, what to ask, and who will conduct an honest and fair evaluation of your business. If you are interested in participating in The Mystery Shopper Program, open, and sign the form below and fax to the WRLA Office at 204-947-5195 or email wrla@wrla.org The member cost is only $90.00 plus GST per shop. |
2016 WRLA Buying Show – HOTELS
The 2016 Buying Show Hotel registration link will go LIVE:
Spring 2015
*DO NOT call the hotels direct*
Use the online system located on our website: www.wrla.org
Use the online system located on our website: www.wrla.org
International Conference Services has been designated as the Official Housing Bureau for the 2016 WRLA Buying Show. The Official WRLA hotels were chosen for the numerous benefits they offer WRLA delegates and we request your assistance and support by booking your hotel accommodation at one of the Official WRLA hotels. Accommodation reserved outside the Official hotel room blocks exposes WRLA to financial penalties. Your loyalty and cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Benefits to book within the official WRLA 2016 housing block:
- Official hotels are approved by the WRLA Board.
- Greater networking opportunities exist in hotels inside the block.
- Special reduced hotel rates and complimentary internet.
 Retail Business Management Studies Program WRLA Boardroom, Winnipeg, MB
*The following two modules have been confirmed. Both these courses have been relocated to the WRLA Boardroom at 213 Notre Dame, 10th floor. Register NOW at the link below.
March 12 & 13 Purchasing
March 16 & 17 Inventory Management
Manual Estimating Winnipeg, MB
March 16 & 17 Level 1 - Estimating Fundamentals – Decks & Garages
March 18 & 19 Level 2 – Estimating for Residential Construction
March 20 Level 3 – Advanced Estimating
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Click on the link below to browse current Career Opportunities within our Industry!
Current Career Opportunities - CLICK HERE WRLA is pleased to offer its members the opportunity to post their career opportunities on line for FREE! This service is free to members of the association but the ads can be viewed by anyone. This is a FREE benefit of Membership!
Click Here to Submit a Career Listing |
Industry News
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Update Aimed at Simplifying Complex Lumber and Building Materials Operations
Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and services organizations, today announced an update to the Epicor BisTrack business management solution for lumber and building materials (LBM) dealers and distributors. Epicor BisTrack version 4.5 is now available in North America and includes over 1,100 improvements that simplify the management of a LBM business, including product batches, sub-assembly to manufacturing and scheduling kits, new Smart Click functionality and an optional offline point of sale (POS) feature. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=310734&issueID=36459 to view the full article online. |
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OTTAWA – The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 3/4 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 per cent and the deposit rate is 1/2 per cent. Total CPI inflation in Canada has fallen as expected, reflecting the significant drop in oil prices. Core inflation remains close to 2 per cent and continues to be temporarily boosted by the pass-through effects of the lower Canadian dollar, as well as sector-specific factors. Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/Bank_of_Cdn_rate_press-release-2015-03-04.pdf to view the full article online. |
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A highlight of the evening at the 2015 ABSDA Annual Dinner featured the launch of ABSDA’s new logo. This version replaces the previous logo which was introduced in 1975. As we move forward, this new branding will be incorporated in all ABSDA promotional materials and publications, starting with the revised look, featured in this issue of our monthly newsletter.
 As part of the Brand Launch President Denis Melanson introduced the New Association Slogan: ABSDA will be launching other new initiatives over the next few months, including the 2015 ABSDA Summit. Watch for further details.
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Calendar of Events
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UPCOMING EVENTS
March 27, 2015 Westcoast Building & Hardware Innovative Products Show Cloverdale Fair Grounds Surrey, BC www.bsiabc.ca April 19 - 20, 2015
Federated Co-op Market
Prairieland Park, Saskatoon
April 11 - 13, 2015
TruServ Canada Spring Market
RBC Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB
April 18 - 21, 2015
Home Hardware Spring Market
St. Jacobs, ON
August 18, 2015
WRLA Memorial Golf Tournament
The Links at Quarry Oaks – Steinbach, MB
September 3, 2015
WRLA Calgary Classic
Sundre, MB
September 16, 2015
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
Kenosee Lake, SK
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Member Updates
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Grab a Sharpie and update your Directory & Product Source Guide!
NEW RETAIL MEMBER Athabasca Home Hardware Building Centre
5001 - 51st Avenue
Athabasca, AB T9S 1E8
Phone 780-675-2355
Fax: 780-675-3444
Main Contact: Kevin Wagner
Email: athahh@telusplanet.net
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WRLA Videos
 Stay up-to-date on the latest industry news and events with our engaging new communication channel. Have you watched the latest episode on our WRLA TV channel? Don't wait to take full advantage of this terrific media channel, one of the many benefits of your WRLA membership! Check it out here!  |
