At its latest dealer convention in Chicago last month, at which the company celebrated its centenary, Ace Hardware in the U.S. unveiled a new store concept, ELEVATE³ Ace…

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The Home Depot is tackling the growing problem of organized retail crime (ORC), calling it “a large-scale, multi-jurisdictional operation where criminals steal merchandise from a retailer with the goal of re-selling the stolen goods.”

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One of the main things delegates look for at the Hardlines Conference—aside from the great networking opportunities—is insights into the latest trends in products and customers behaviours…

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TIMBER MART has announced some changes in its executive ranks. John Morrissey (shown left), long-time stalwart of the LBM scene in Atlantic Canada, will leave his post as vice-president of TIMBER MART by the middle of next year…

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Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) has joined the ranks of retailers opening value-based storefronts across Canada…

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Canadian Tire Corp. continues to push its private-label offerings as an integral part of its growth strategy…

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It’s a great way to learn what the best retailers in this industry are doing to win…

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United Farmers of Alberta opened a new UFA Farm & Ranch Supply store and Cardlock on Aug. 23…

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As the industry continues to wade through a sluggish time, Lowe’s Cos. reported in August that its second-quarter sales were down 5.6 percent…

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Last week, Hardlines went south to attend the Independent Home Improvement Conference in Marco Island, Fla…

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