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Lowe’s finds Canadian division’s diverse formats ideal for testing new ideas
BOUCHERVILLE, Que. — Lowe’s announced last week the roll-out of its new Holoroom How-To technology at a second Canadian store, after an initial Boston-area pilot…
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Home Hardware is changing up its marketing big time: here’s how
ST. JACOBS, Ont. — How do you go about freshening up your company’s brand, while staying true to its strong, family-oriented corporate culture that values tradition…
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Lowe’s Canada introduces next-gen virtual-reality project planning
BOUCHERVILLE, Que. — Lowe’s Canada has taken its virtual-reality “Holoroom” to the next level…
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Ace Canada welcomes three new stores in Quebec
WINNIPEG — Ace Canada has added three new dealers to its roster in Quebec, bringing its total to 21 locations in the province…
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Who are the top home improvement retailers by province?
SPECIAL REPORT — The biggest players by province for the most part reflect the leaders nationally. However, there are some unique regional differences…
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Canac eyes Ontario, but Montreal market is next for the giant retailer
QUEBEC CITY — One of Quebec’s largest independent chains is committed to getting even bigger still…
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Craftsman sale to Stanley could be jeopardized if Sears goes bust
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — Sears, the iconic department store chain, reported financials for 2016 that have put the company’s future in doubt among investors…
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Seeking a unified national agenda, CRBSC holds forum in Halifax
HALIFAX — The confederacy of regional LBM associations, the Canadian Retail Building Supply Council, met last week in Halifax with a group of representatives from across the industry…
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National Hardware Show boosts offerings for independent dealers
NORWALK, Conn. — The giant National Hardware Show, which will be held May 9 to 11 at the Las Vegas Convention Centre, is working hard to create reasons for independent home improvement retailers to attend, by offering them more to see, do, and learn about…