Welcome to the ToolBox, your portal to WRLA member news and information within the LBM market.
We invite you to learn more about what's going on within your association and the companies whose products and/or services you utilize.
WRLA's latest Video captures some memorable moments from the 2016 Buying Show!

The highlights include footage of the Show floor, Innovation Station, Best Booth and Best New Product, our amazing evening events and breakfast speaker; plus very special recognition for our Scholarship and Industry Achievement recipients.
It was blast to see so many members in one place!
We're already looking forward to 2017!
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WRLA Manual Estimating Level 1 & Level 2
Saskatoon Travelodge
February 22 – 25, 2016
NexGEN Mission:
Connecting the generations of Building Supply Professionals and creating an exchange of opinions and ideas to better the future of our Industry. 
NexGEN will be hosting events in Winnipeg, Calgary and Saskatoon this spring!
If you want to get involved or find out more about upcoming events please contact Krista at the WRLA office:
Toll Free: 1-800-661-0253 ext. 4
Direct: 204-953-1694
kristas@wrla.org
CONNECT | EDUCATE | INFLUENCE
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Did you attend the 2016 WRLA Buying Show in Calgary?
Did you spend 3 nights?
If yes, you could get a rebate back!
WRLA Retailer Hotel Rebate
Retailers who attended the 2016 WRLA Buying Show may be eligible for a rebate.
Hotel Rebates will be paid March 1st, 2016.
**Submit your rebate form by February 29, 2016. Late submissions will not be processed.**
For more information on all our programs and rebates please visit our website:
www.wrla.org/education-a-training/education-courses
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New Group Home and Auto Insurance Program
for WRLA members!
The program provides competitive group rates for home insurance (includes primary home, condo, rental, cottage, and secondary residences) and auto insurance* too. Highlights of the program include:
- Preferred group rates
- Comprehensive coverage
- Manage and update policy information on-line
- 24/7 Claims and emergency assistance
As an introductory offer, The Co-operators will donate $10 for each quote they provide under the program from February 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016. These funds will go towards the WRLA Bursary and Scholarship Awards Fund. These awards are available to owners, employees and dependents of WRLA member companies.
**In addition, each person’s name is also entered into a national draw for a chance to win $25,000!**
For your free no obligation quote, call 1-800-387-1963
Want to provide this program to your employees?
Learn more by reading the original letter sent to all members.
"Our business model is stronger than ever and continues to attract new members from all across Canada and we are pleased to welcome Westman Lumber Supply to Castle." Ken Jenkins, President, Castle Building Centres Group Ltd.
Castle Building Centres Group would like to welcome Westman Lumber Supply to the family.
About Castle Building Centres Group
Castle Building Centres Group Ltd. is a Canadian member-owned, Lumber, Building Materials and Hardware buying group committed to the success of the independent.
Our commitment is to drive this success to over 300 Castle member locations and is achieved through unwavering Transparency, Freedom and Profitability.
Our business model focuses on accountability to our membership, member freedom of choice, and a commitment to their success, growth and profitability through strategic partnerships with key vendor partners and a winning hardware distribution solution.
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ALL UPCOMING EVENTS
Timbr Mart National Buying Show
Palais des congrès in Montréal
February 22 – 25, 2016
Manual Estimating Level 1 & 2
Saskatoon, SK
February 25 - 27, 2016
Orgill Spring Market
Orlando, Florida
March 2 & 3, 2016
62nd Annual Atlantic Building Materials Show
Moncton Coliseum
Moncton, NB
March 14 – 17, 2016
Manual Estimating Level 1 &2
Edmonton, AB
March 18, 2016
Principles of Yard & Warehouse Operations
Edmonton, AB
May 4, 2016
WRLA NexGEN Networking Event
Westin Hotel
Calgary, AB
August 16, 2016
WRLA Memorial Golf Tournament
The Links at Quarry Oaks
Steinbach, MB
10:00AM - 7:00PM
September 1, 2016
11th Annual Calgary Classic Golf Tournament Sundre, AB
11:00AM - 7:00PM
To view all upcoming WRLA events please CLICK HERE
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 Have you watched the latest episode from WRLA Videos? Don't wait to take full advantage of this terrific media channel, one of the many benefits of your WRLA membership!
Stay up-to-date on the latest industry news and events with our engaging new communication channel.
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