Nick Malone replaces Alan Blundell in senior merchant role at Lowe’s Canada
BOUCHERVILLE, Que. — Nick Malone, formerly senior director of central merchandising for Lowe’s Canada, has been promoted to vice president merchandising for the Lowe’s banner at Lowe’s Canada…
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BMCC, the national industry association, makes gains with recruitment platform
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. — According Denis Melanson, chair of the Building Material Council of Canada (BMCC), 25% of the workforce in lumber and building materials is age 55 and over…
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Canadian Tire uses REIT to raise money to build its own retail brands
TORONTO — Canadian Tire Corp. may be getting ready for more acquisitions…
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Housing markets expected to slow in coming years, with renos staying stable
OTTAWA — After strengthened activity in 2016 and 2017, housing starts in this country have been slowing through 2018…
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Branding takes on local meaning with independent dealers
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. — Branding can work globally, nationally and locally. That was just one of the conclusions of the recent Hardlines Conference, at Queen’s Landing in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont…
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CanWel buys California treating plant
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Honeywell to relocate HQ
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Sears Canada, pensioners agree to settle
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