MONTREAL — The second annual show for its independent dealers provided a preview of the company’s spring lineup, including a revamped lighting department and expanded lawn and garden assortment…
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Tembec faces investor unrest as share prices drop
MONTREAL — Prem Watsa, dubbed “Canada’s Warren Buffett,” is Tembec’s biggest shareholder—and if its fortunes don’t improve, he may be its saving grace…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: This week in 1995
The addition of a West Coast buying office results in some changes in Home Depot Canada’s buying team. Eric Schmidt is put in charge of lumber and building materials (he would be Western regional VP three years later, then go on to head up Southwire), while Mike Daniels (now GM at Spancan) takes over the flooring and paint portfolio. Also: Rubbermaid results suffer, due in part to its woes with Wal-Mart; and Hudson’s Bay earnings decline. Blame Wal-Mart for that, as well. Click here to read these blasts from the past!
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RONA show focuses on buying opportunities for independents
MONTREAL — Turnout was strong and the attitude upbeat at the latest RONA dealer show, held in Montreal last week. According to show organizers, the event attracted about 85% of the company’s independent, or affiliate, dealers, as well as store managers from across the country…
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Atlantic buying expo attracts Castle members to Charlottetown
CHARLOTTETOWN — Castle members and vendor partners from Atlantic Provinces and across the country teamed up last month in Charlottetown for the group’s 2015 Atlantic Region Buying Expo…
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Young leaders will weigh in on succession, empowerment
TORONTO — Every new generation brings fresh, new ideas to the industry. But how can you recognize, inspire, and empower young leaders to take charge and turn those ideas into innovative policies and strategies?…
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RONA plans more openings for 2016
BOUCHERVILLE, Que. — RONA says it will open 10 new stores in 2016, including at least one Reno-Depot. It is also working on a new concept for its other big boxes…
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: This week in 1995
Ace’s attempts to grow its presence in Canada date back decades. Check out the headline from our September 18, 1995 edition: “Ace still keen on Canada.” Back then, currency exchange rates posed a problem for U.S. distributors, just as they do now. Plus: Home Depot sets up an office in Western Canada, headed up by none other than James Jones (now VP at Castle); and the beginning of a fine HARDLINES tradition: our Corrections! Click here to read these nuggets from 20 years ago!
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Orgill reaches out to Canadians at latest show
NEW ORLEANS — Orgill’s fall dealer market has attracted Canadian dealers from every province and across a range of banners. Hot on the heels of the Memphis-based wholesaler’s planned acquisition of Chalifour, this show is attracting more interest than ever from retailers and vendors alike north of the border…
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PrimeSource will shed Canadian operations through year-end
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — PrimeSource’s announced withdrawal from the Canadian market continues, as it winds down operations in this country. The fastener and materials distributor will close its doors on October 30…
