Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors
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Taiga Building Products
At Taiga, your success is our priority. That’s why, for over 50 years, we’ve been in the business of partnering with building supply retailers to provide reliable access to top-quality wholesale building materials. From lumber, panels, composite decking, engineered wood, fencing, flooring, insulation, mouldings, preserved wood, roofing, siding and more. We’re proud to do Whatever it takes® to ensure you have what you need when you need it – available coast to coast across Canada and backed by a team that’s dedicated to your success. www.taigabuilding.com
Acceo
Management solutions and POS Software. ACCEO is your one stop shop for all management software needs of Canadian hardware stores, lumber yards, and garden centers. Our systems are designed for retailers and distributors owning one or more stores. We help simplify the complex management of small and large retail stores alike. Turn-key, flexible, reliable and secure, our solutions and services are designed to maximize efficiencies in your day-to-day operations. Talk to our experts or discover our solutions at www.acceorenovation.com.
AD Canada
AD is a member-owned organization, passionate about bringing growth-oriented independent distributors and best-in-class supplier partners together with the purpose to outperform the market and to stay ahead of the competition.
For over 40 years AD’s sincere customer-first approach to relationships and our continual investments in innovative support have helped AD to achieve annual sales of more than $70 billion across nine industries and three countries. With more than 5,000 branches from 850-plus independently owned members, AD is North America’s largest marketing/buying group for construction and industrial supplies.
Together, we win. www.adhq.com
BMF
BMF specializes in helping independent retailers renovate their stores. Founded in 2003, BMF is an industry partner to dealers and buying groups across North America. Our retail partners have experienced average sales increases of 30% after renovations, with a return on investment within 12-18 months. BMF is fully integrated to manage renovations of any size, successfully completing over 300 store renovation projects in the home improvement industry. We focus on maximizing sales by designing stores with unique fixture systems that keep products in stock, organized, and attractively displayed. To learn more how we can help your business, contact us directly or inquire www.bmfonline.com
BMR Group
BMR Group is a subsidiary of Sollio Cooperative Group, which includes more than 275 renovation centres and hardware stores in Quebec, Ontario and the Maritime provinces. Retail sales for Groupe BMR and its members are estimated at more than $1.5 billion per year and some 8,000 people work within the network. BMR Group is the leading Quebec player in the hardware industry and operates under the BMR, Agrizone and Potvin & Bouchard banners.
BP Canada
Building Products of Canada Corp. (BP Canada) has been producing quality home building and home renovation products since 1905. A building industry leader, BP Canada is a choice supplier for high quality, value-added products and services, with a strong focus on the building envelope. Discover our asphalt shingles, shingle underlayments, waterproofing membranes, hot and cold asphalt, wood fibre structural panels, insulating and sound-deadening panels and decorative ceiling tiles and panels. www.bpcan.com
Cape Cod Wood Siding
Cape Cod Wood Siding, a Division of Marwood Ltd., specializes in pre-finished natural wood sidings, trims and color matched accessories. All of which are manufactured under one roof in a completely controlled environment ensuring superior quality every step of the way.
From traditional horizontal rabbeted bevel, to vertical board and batten or sleek modern Euro channel, we offer a wide range of siding options to complement your home’s design and your personal taste. Color becomes an endless choice as well. Established favorites or current trends, any color is possible, all you have to do is choose. www.capecodsiding.com
CashierPRO
CashierPRO is a leading provider of Point-of-Sale/Inventory Management systems throughout North America. Our primary installations are in Hardware, Home Improvement, Farm, and Building Material dealers, but can be an excellent fit for many other retailers.
Whether an independent retailer or Buying Group focused, CashierPRO is an unbeatable combination of power, price, and easy-to-use features, without the need for expensive Fileservers or Hosting Fees. www.cashierpro.com
Castle
Castle is a member-owned and member-directed, not-for-profit buying group.
For over 60 Years, we have remained focused on the success of the independent retailer with an unwavering belief in integrity, simplicity, and transparency.
Our buying group has grown into a national network of retailers who are the pillars of their communities. We have stood the test of time by staying focused on our members, building unwavering relationships with our industry partners, and supporting our local communities.
Castle’s mission continues to be to Strengthen the independent by maximizing each shareholder’s profitability and growth. We are proud of our first 60 years and the strength of our Castle family. www.castle.ca
CertainTeed
With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home. www.certainteed.com
CLOVERDALE PAINT
Cloverdale Paint has had a special relationship with its customers ever since the company was founded in 1933. That relationship was built on a commitment to exceptional quality in manufactured coatings and superior customer service.
Just as your needs change, we change with you. Understanding the complexities of your business allows us to adapt. We constantly grow and challenge ourselves to provide more innovative products that work for your specific requirements.
More than simply a supplier, we’re part of your team, with people at every level of our company helping solve your problems. We do it without the levels of bureaucracy you might expect from a company our size. Call it old fashioned if you will, but all of us roll up our sleeves and get to work for you. www.cloverdalepaint.com
DOMAN
DOMAN Building Materials Division is a leading wholesale distributor of building materials. DOMAN operates 17 distribution centers servicing retail lumberyards and building supply dealers across Canada. Products include MicroPro treated wood, PWT engineered wood, siding, decking, insulation, roofing, lumber and plywood. www.domanbm.com
Dupont
Since the introduction of DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap®, DuPont has been recognized as an industry leader in residential building and construction materials. By flawlessly integrating the powers of Tyvek®, Styrofoam™ and Great Stuff Pro™, along with a national network of building experts, we deliver innovative support and solutions for the next generation of new construction and renovation of existing homes. DuPont Performance Building Solutions offers an unprecedented portfolio of materials, tools and expertise to help make every project a sure fit—so you can focus on what you do best, no matter where or how you choose to build. www.dupont.ca
GSW
For more than 150 years, GSW has provided innovative products to Canadian homes, a claim few water heater brands can make. We continue to evolve and strive to provide the safest, most reliable, and energy-efficient water heaters available. We utilize our engineering facilities and labs to run robust testing procedures. These procedures help us to produce water heaters that are of the highest quality and advanced design.
GSW has more water heaters in Canadian homes than any other manufacturer. Our water heaters undergo extreme Canadian cold weather testing. We conduct numerous quality tests to ensure your water heaters will perform in even the harshest of winters. GSW is continuously recognized for their excellent value, efficiency, and reliability.
GSW—your preferred Canadian retail hardware water heater brand. www.gsw-wh.com/en
Home Hardware Stores Limited
Founded in 1964 in rural St. Jacobs, Ont., Home Hardware Stores Limited is Canada’s largest Dealer-owned and operated hardware, lumber, building materials and furniture home improvement retailer. With close to 1,100 stores under four banners—Home Hardware, Home Hardware Building Centre, Home Building Centre and Home Furniture— Home Hardware Stores Limited is committed to helping Canadians in communities across the country with all of their project needs. More information about the company is available at www.homehardware.ca
JELD-WEN
JELD-WEN is a leading manufacturer of high-performance windows, interior and exterior doors, and related building products that are sold globally through multiple channels. JELD-WEN delivers a differentiated customer experience, providing construction professionals with durable, energy-efficient products and labor-saving services that help maximize productivity and create beautiful, secure spaces for all to enjoy. In support of its continued Canadian ENERGY STAR, Manufacturer of the Year recognition as well as its award in Sustained Excellence in 2023, the JELD-WEN team is driven by innovation and committed to creating safe, sustainable environments for customers, associates, and local communities. www.jeld-wen.ca
Johns Manville
Johns Manville is your single source for insulation in Canada. Our products include Formaldehyde free™ fibreglass insulation, closed-cell and open-cell spray foam, foam board, mineral wool and blow-in fibreglass insulation. When it comes to insulation projects ranging from large to small, you can count on Johns Manville for expertise and exceptional quality. www.jm.com
JR Tech Solutions Inc.
JRTech Solutions Inc. is the leading Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) provider and the largest distributor of Pricer ESL in North America, involved in over 1400+ store installations with 17 000 000+ ESLs deployed since 2008. JRTech has the largest installation base of ESLs within the hardware industry with over 700+ full-store installations. By moving beyond price automation, JRTech offers unique ESL features (Click & Collect, Put-to-light, Geolocation, ShelfVision) enabled by Pricer’s infrared communication platform to help retailers fulfill their operations. With its ESL systems, Tagstrip™ mounting solutions and digital display technology, JRTech has led the charge in delivering a turnkey solution for digitalization and omnichannel capability.
www.jrtechsolutions.com
King Marketing
King Marketing is committed to be the only viable choice for manufacturers looking for exceptional representation across Canada in the Hardware, Home Improvement, Building Material and Light Industrial channels. King provides it’s represented manufacturers with a powerful team of engaged, knowledgeable, and experienced representatives. At head office, distributor, and at the dealer store, King reps work at all levels to maximize sales opportunities. In addition, its national team of merchandisers provides value-added services to box stores and mass merchants, far beyond those services the stores own proprietary teams offer.
It has been proven that King reps will spend more dedicated face time in the stores than manufacturers who have their own fully employed sales teams. King is currently offering a “Free Sales or Service Trial” for any manufacturer wanting to try the agency model.
Marwood Ltd.
At Marwood we are extremely proud to be a locally owned, Atlantic Canadian company. We strive to put out a premium product and be the best business partner we can possibly be. Always working to get better and have new and exciting products for contractors and consumers alike.
Over 80 years of hard work and gaining your trust has made us who we are. We are proud that we can provide our partners with quality products and second-to-none service.
Marwood is the Creator of Quality Wood Products, we are always striving to be better, and are so honored to be part of this great industry.
Mi5 Intelligent Service
At Mi5 Print, we are proud to be Canada’s fastest-growing printing company. Derek McGeachie founded our company in 2003 with the goal of surpassing the expectations of modern print buyers. Our cutting-edge facilities use the latest technology to create visually stunning litho, digital, and grand-format commercial print solutions. We are experts in targeted marketing solutions, including direct mail, kitting, fulfillment, distribution, and custom product development. With one call, we can handle it all! At Mi5, we are committed to sustainability and use eco-friendly materials and practices to protect the environment while delivering quality results. Trust us to elevate your brand and bring your vision to life with maximum visibility and impact. To learn more about our services, visit Mi5Print.com.
Mi9 Retail
Mi9 Retail is a leading provider of enterprise software for multi-store hardware, building supply chains and co-operatives.
Our platform offers comprehensive solutions for merchandise management, inventory planning, allocation, replenishment, POS, eCommerce, OMS, WMS and analytics. This powerful suite delivers benefits such as lower cost head-office operations and efficiency throughout the supply chain network. In-store DIY and contractors enjoy predictable inventory availability and mobile powered engagement from staff.
The bottom line is this – Mi9 Retail is committed to ensuring retailers maximize their growth and margin performance.
Learn more about our intuitive, reliable, scalable and secure cloud-based platform at www.mi9retail.com.
Moen
Moen is the number one consumer faucet brand in North America, offering a vast array of stylish and innovative kitchen and bath faucets, showerheads, accessories, bath safety products, garbage disposals, leak detection products and connected home offerings for residential applications that give consumers more power than ever before to understand and control the water that flows through their homes. These thoughtful designs deliver an exceptional user experience and elevate the way people interact with water every day. For more information, visit www.moen.ca
MyFamily
MyFamily is Canada’s undisputed leader as the premier supplier of quality Pet ID Tags, combining an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. We offer the finest Pet ID Tags and cutting-edge on-site engraving systems, essential for every pet product reseller. Our dedication ensures each product meets rigorous standards, delivering reliability and peace of mind to Canadian pet owners. Available at over 1600 Pet, Veterinary, and Hardware retail locations nationwide, MyFamily dominates the market, setting the standard for pet identification solutions nationwide. www.myfamily.ca
North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA)
The North American Hardware and Paint Association’s mission is to help independent home improvement, paint, and decorating retailers, regardless of affiliations, become better and more profitable retailers. This not-for-profit organization serves the channel by providing retailers with educational resources, networking events, and industry research, and by acting as a collective voice for 40,000 independent retailers across the U.S. and Canada.
NHPA offers retailers hundreds of resources, including Hardware Retailing and Paint and Decorating Retailer magazines, online employee training, college-level leadership and management programs, several annual roundtables, conferences, recognition programs, research studies, and more. Learn more about the association and membership options by visiting www.yournhpa.org
National Hardware Show
NHS is the industry event that unites the entire home improvement community. Whether you’re looking to connect with customers and colleagues, discover the latest trends in home improvement, or explore new products and innovations – your experience at NHS will provide you with the tools to grow your business. Join us March 18-20, 2025 in Las Vegas, NV, USA for the next NHS event and get ready to celebrate innovation, deepen industry connections, and grow the global home improvement community. RSVP to attend here: www.nhs2025.com/RSVP
Nucor Rebar Fabrication
Nucor is the largest rebar fabricator and distributor in North America. Nucor has the capacity to fabricate and deliver more than one million tons of rebar each year.
The Nucor Rebar Fabrication team is highly experienced in the construction industry, and is focused on excellence through safety, accuracy and on-time delivery. As a construction services company and distributor, each location offers our customers full-service solutions from estimating through rebar installation. nucor.com
Orgill
Orgill is the world’s largest independently owned hardlines distributor with annual sales exceeding $3.7 billion. Orgill provides products and services to more than 12,000 stores in North America throughout all fifty states, and all provinces and territories in Canada as well as more than 50 additional countries. The businesses serviced by Orgill include a fairly balanced mix of retailers who operate hardware stores, home centers, pro dealers, and farm stores. www.orgill.com
Innovation runs deep at Regal Ideas. Over 30 years ago, the company opened its doors with one product line, Regal Aluminum Railing. Today, Regal ideas is the industry leader and has become the largest and most renown brand of aluminum railing in North America and around the globe.
From Inspiration and Innovation to Safety and Durability, Regal Ideas spends an extensive amount of time researching, developing and evolving it’s product mix to bring innovative products that inspire homeowners, contractors and architects. www.regalideas.com
RONA
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, has a long and rich history of serving Canadians and helping them turn their houses into homes since 1939. Headquartered in Boucherville, Québec, RONA inc. operates or services some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores from coast to coast under the Lowe’s, RONA+, RONA, Réno-Dépôt, and Dick’s Lumber banners.
Thanks to the expertise, contribution and passion of its 22,000 employees, as well as its large product selection and industry leading omnichannel capacities, RONA helps Pros and DIYers bringing their construction and home improvement projects to life.
To learn more, visit www.ronainc.ca
Saint-Gobain
The worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Our integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process that provides sustainability and performance. Our company’s commitment is guided by our purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME,” and we are committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. www.saint-gobain.com
Sexton Group
Sexton Group Ltd is an independently owned buying group for building material dealers, hardware retailers, specialty dealers, and manufactured structure specialists. We have over 300 members, representing more than 400 locations in every province and territory in Canada. And we’re driven by our desire to see every member succeed.
Since 1985, Sexton Group has been a part of the Canadian Building Supply Industry, working for independents across the country as their trusted building materials buying group. Sexton’s success is built on our strong relationships and responsiveness to our members’ needs. “We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to all members, including strong advocacy with vendor partners, providing transactional excellence and ensuring members remain competitive in local markets,” says Eric Palmer, Vice President and General Manager. Talk to us today about becoming a member of Sexton Group Ltd. www.sextongroup.com
Techniseal
Since 1984, Techniseal has been a true pioneer in developing high-performance solutions for the installation, maintenance, and protection of outdoor living spaces. The world-leading polymeric paver sand provider, Techniseal also manufactures an extensive range of surface cleaners and protective sealers for concrete pavers and other hardscape installations.
Techniseal products are available for landscape professionals across Canada, the United States, Europe, and Australia. www.techniseal.com
TIMBER MART
Founded in 1967, TIMBER MART is the largest national member-owned buying group in Canada for the true independent entrepreneur. With hundreds of members, including independent building-material and hardware retailers, commercial dealers and manufacturers located in every province across the country, TIMBER MART provides its extensive dealer network with a menu of competitive buying programs, comprehensive marketing services and personalized support to drive independent business success. For more information, visit www.timbermart.ca and www.timbermartmember.ca.
Trex
Since 1996 Trex has invented, defined and perfected the composite deck category, becoming the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking products. Never content to settle, we continue to make strides in outdoor engineering, melding innovation with environmental responsibility and beautiful form with powerful function. Designed with lasting beauty, incredible durability and easy maintenance, there’s no compromising with high-performance composite decking. www.trex.com
Vicwest
For over 90 years Vicwest has designed, engineered, and manufactured high quality steel roll-formed panels from coast to coast. With 5 manufacturing facilities across Canada. We’re proud to serve the Commercial, Residential and Agricultural markets with a presence in over 3000 LBM dealers. In 2020, we embarked on our Planet Passionate strategy which aims to improve our impact of three big global issues: climate change, circularity and protection of our natural world. Learn more at www.vicwest.com
Well Made Here
Bien fait ici / Well Made Here is a federally chartered non-profit organization collectively founded in October 2018 by several banners and professional associations. Its purpose is to encourage the purchase of quality building materials and other items manufactured in Canada and intended for the residential market. It aims to strengthen the value chain between manufacturers, banners, and their network of hardware stores and home improvement centres to better serve consumers and building contractors.
Currently the organization is working with the federal government during consultations about the Competition Act. It is also actively making representations inviting officials to review to domestic policies and trade agreements in order for these to boost positive discrimination in favour of Canadian products. www.ici-here.ca
Westman Steel
When you choose Westman Steel, you are choosing a family-owned Canadian company that values excellent customer service. Since 1982 we have been Canada’s most trusted steel roofing and siding manufacturer.
Westman Steel has supported homeowners, farmers, design professionals, and contractors in building projects that make a Statement in Steel.From the first shovel in the ground to every step of the building process, our homeowners, farmers, contractors, and architects choose quality building products like Westman Steel for all their building projects.
Building your dream home or farm is all about Choices! Westman Steel is the choice of Canadians. www.westmansteel.com
