Jan. 12, 2009

  • Lowe’s seeks to replicate corporate culture in Canada
  • Dealer Conference will offer financial tips, competitive intelligence
  • TORBSA grows ranks despite downturn
  • IRLY helps new dealers expand hardlines with localized sourcing
  • Las Vegas hardware show introduces sourcing convention
  • Home Depot drops out as Olympic sponsor

Jan. 5, 2009

  • Industry experts will present at new Dealer Conference
  • Training is top of mind for top dealers
  • Lowe’s begins next round of openings in Canada
  • IRLY opens commercial division
  • Taiga unveils succession plan

Dec. 15, 2008

  • Big boxes on the wane: a special HARDLINES Report
  • TIM-BR MART adds stores
  • German Sourcing Show will bring Asian suppliers to Western buyers

Dec. 8, 2008

  • Canadian system will be rolled out to U.S. Home Depot stores
  • BMR moving into higher-end hardware assortments
  • B.C. entrepreneurs open door shop supplying dealers
  • European conference addresses customer preferences, sustainability

Dec. 1, 2008

  • RONA show highlights sustainable products, practices
  • RONA introduces two proprietary brands
  • Home Depot Canada cuts jobs, realigns
  • UFA to purchase U.S. sporting goods chain
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