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Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: September 17, 2015What's Going On
 Exhibitors Exhibitor Contracts and Booth Invoices have been sent out!
Watch www.wrla.org/exhibitors for up-to-date information as it becomes available
Retail Participants
Check out www.wrla.org/about-the-show for show information as it becomes available.
Online Show Registration for Name Badges and Evening Event Tickets - Coming Soon!
Have you booked your hotel rooms yet?
You can do so by following this link www.wrla.org/hotels-and-travel |
Classroom courses are being offered in Winnipeg, Saskatoon & Calgary
ONLINE Registration is now open at www.wrla.org
*See our Calendar of Events below for course dates
HOTEL SCAM ALERT!
Hotel Scamming is an issue will ALL major conventions and events worldwide, it is the latest form of cyber crime and while a number of companies have been prosecuted in the USA it is still a major concern for us and all WRLA members planning to attend the 2016 WRLA Buying Show in Calgary, January 20 - 22. 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
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NexGEN is excited to partner with Can-Cell Industries and King Marketing for our first event in Edmonton! All WRLA members are welcome to participate in a member tour, private presentation and Networking night.  NexGEN Event - Thursday, October 8th, 2015 3:30pm Operation Tour of Can-Cell Industries Hosted by Jim Roach 4:30pm Presentation: "Your Entrance is Your Exit" - How to leave a lasting Impression by Paul Crawford of King Marketing 6:00pm Networking & Cocktails at Shanks Sports Grill IT'S FREE - You just need to register by contacting Krista at kristas@wrla.org Reserve a seat while you still can! |
Member Benefits
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ONLY A FEW WEEKS LEFT TO APPLY!
Scholarship DEADLINE: October 2, 2015 *Bursary submission date has passed.  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  |
Industry News
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Castle Building Centres Group continues to grow across Canada. Western Canada added two new member locations this past summer including the addition of Interlake Glass in Arborg, Manitoba and VONR Hardware in High Prairie, Alberta. "The continued growth of Castle is no coincidence. It is a direct result of the Castle business model and the message that new and existing Castle members are sending to the industry. Independents looking for a secure and transparent buying group with a proven hardware solution, and the freedom to run their business their way, should look no further." Ken Jenkins, President. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=339167&issueID=36483 to view the full article online. |
Influence: The Ultimate Power Tool
An original WRLA Yardstick article
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Robert Cialdini discusses quick and effective methods of improving your influence skills.
To read Robert's complete article check out the Digital Yardstick Magazine
Check out all our great videos online at videos.wrla.org/home
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Online shopping is convenient, provides quick access to product reviews and makes price comparisons easy, but it lacks two factors consumers value: human interaction and help. Customers still consider advice from knowledgeable staff in their purchasing decisions, according to a recent report from NetWorld Media Group. To understand the flaws in online customer service and the advantages of in-store shopping, NetWorld Media Group surveyed more than 1,000 consumers for its 2015 Retail Future Trends report and uncovered the following data. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=339161&issueID=36483 to view the full article online. |
Calendar of Events
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ONLINE Registration is now open for the below courses at www.wrla.org October 26 & 27, 2015
Manual Estimating Level 1: Estimating Fundamentals,
Saskatoon, SK
October 28 & 29, 2015
Manual Estimating Level 2: Estimating for Residential Construction,
Saskatoon, SK
November 2 & 3, 2015 Manual Estimating Level 1: Estimating Fundamentals
Calgary, AB
November 4 & 5, 2015 Manual Estimating Level 2: Estimating for Residential Construction
Calgary, AB
November 6, 2015 Principles of Yard & Warehouse Operations
Calgary, AB
November 30 & December 1, 2015 Manual Estimating Level 1: Estimating Fundamentals
Winnipeg, MB
December 2 & 3, 2015 Manual Estimating Level 2: Estimating for Residential Construction
Winnipeg, MB
December 4, 2015 Manual Estimating Level 3 Advanced Estimating Winnipeg, MB ALL UPCOMING EVENTS
September 19-22, 2015 Home Hardware Market St. Jacobs, ON October 21 & 22, 2015 Hardlines ConferenceToronto, ON www.hardlines.ca October 18-19, 2015
FCL Market Saskatoon, SK November 7- 14, 2015 Sexton Member Conference
Costa Rica 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
TIM-BR MART National Buying Show
Palais des congrès in Montréal
March 3 - 5, 2016
62nd Annual Atlantic Building Materials Show Moncton Coliseum, Moncton, NB To view all upcoming WRLA events please CLICK HERE |
Member Updates
NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Air-it-On Inc. (Head Office)
21603-115 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5S 2N6
Phone: 780-488-1595
Fax: 780-488-1596
Main Contact: Rod J Hamann
(Distributor) (Service Provider) Tape, fasteners, foams & sealants, bolts, screws and nails
Air-it-On Inc. (Branch)
5915 - 40 Street S.W
Bay 11
Calgary, AB T2C 2H6.//.
Phone: 403-263-1594
Fax: 263-1564
Main Contact: Dave Marshall
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