BMR News

BMR is pleased to announce the appointment of John Longo as Manager, Business Development, for the Ontario and Atlantic Provinces.

Mr. Longo brings in more than 25 years of experience in the construction and renovation industry. After spending more than two decades for Rona, it is with an undeniable knowledge that he joins BMR Group’s team. Under the direction of Pierre Nolet, Vice President, Business Development for BMR Group, Mr. Longo’s main duty will be to recruit dealers and to identify new business opportunities in Ontario and in the Atlantic Provinces.

“We are very pleased to welcome John to our network. He is a veteran who understands what independent dealers need and care for. He is definitely a great new ally who will help us achieve our development goals in eastern Canada,” says Mr. Nolet.

 

A New BMR Dealer in Ontario - Welcome to Lambton BMR Pro

BMR Group is delighted to announce the arrival of a new dealer within its network in Ontario: Lambton Home Building Centre. Dave and Kristen Van Stempvoort, who have owned the store for the past five years, decided to change groups after the store operated under the Home Hardware banner for almost ten years.

“For us, it was important to find a trusted partner that would allow us to stand out from the competition and grow as an owner-dealer. And that is exactly what BMR Group offered. The group is known for having close ties with its members and for its considerable expertise in building materials. Our goal is to be the go-to source for all of our community’s projects, and so we are confident that we will reach new heights with BMR,” said store co-owner Dave Van Stempvoort.

“We are very proud to welcome Lambton Home Building Centre to our large family. It is a real privilege to be able to count on a new company with such solid foundations that is led by passionate and dedicated owners who share our values and vision. For us, our mission is clear: to bring our expertise for the benefit of the entire team, as well as the residents of Petrolia and the surrounding area, while ensuring that they discover BMR’s many advantages,” said Pierre Nolet, Vice-President of Business Development at BMR Group.

Wind of change: new colours and new name
Besides the exterior signage, the interior design of the store will be completely revamped to showcase a new, more modern look. The store will also change its name to Lambton BMR Pro.

The hardware store will feature the BMR Pro banner, an iteration of the traditional BMR banner developed to meet the needs of construction and renovation professionals, as well as seasoned do-it-yourselfers. Its many advantages include competitive prices, a majority of Canadian-made products, high-quality materials and a highly personalized service.

About BMR Group Inc.
BMR Group includes more than 300 home renovation centres and hardware stores in Quebec, Ontario and the Maritime provinces. BMR Group and its members make an estimated $1.3 billion in annual retail sales and employ nearly 8,000 people in bannered stores. BMR Group is the first major Quebec player in the hardware industry and operates under the BMR, La Shop BMR, Agrizone and Potvin & Bouchard banners.