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Lowe’s formalizes business units and banners
MONTREAL — At its recent RONA dealer show in Montreal, Lowe’s Canada unveiled the new structure for the company and its banners…
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Next year’s lawn & garden trends from the International Garden Fair
COLOGNE, Germany — A number of trends, including retro stylings, were in evidence at the recent international trade show for the lawn and garden sector, spoga+gafa…
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Back-to-school spending means more expenditures and more worries
TORONTO — Back-to-school spending just keeps climbing, according to a new report by savings website www.RetailMeNot.ca. And those costs have become more stressful for parents than ever before. In fact, 92% of Canadians agree that purchasing back-to-school items can be a financial burden on families…
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Size of gypsum tariff for Western Canada takes industry by surprise
SPECIAL REPORT — A ruling on September 6 by the Canadian International Trade Tribunal to impose a tariff on drywall being sold in Western Canada will increase prices starting tomorrow…
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Ace brand gets push for independents at RONA show
MONTREAL — This year’s RONA show featured more than just RONA. It also put the Ace banner, which RONA licensed for Canada two years ago, front and centre…
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Digital retail leaders will share insights at Home Improvement eRetailer Summit
TRUMBULL, Conn. — The fastest growth in retail today is happening online. That is why some of North America’s top online eRetailers will share their stories at the first-ever Home Improvement eRetailer Summit, October 26 to 28, 2016 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla…
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Lowe’s divides services between Boucherville HQ and GTA support centre
NEWS UPDATE — HARDLINES continues to report on the changes taking place at Lowe’s Canada, including this important clarification of previously reported news…
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Executives at RONA show reaffirm Lowe’s commitment to independents
MONTREAL — With about 230 independent dealers in attendance, this year’s RONA show enjoyed the best attendance yet…
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On relocating Lowe’s Toronto office, re-branding RONA stores, aligning the buying teams, and more
SPECIAL REPORT — HARDLINES had the chance to sit with executives from Lowe’s Canada in Montreal last week, during the RONA Show…