July28_03

  • * Co-op Fédérée adds dealers to Unimat program
  • * International seminar features tips on building overseas sales
  • * Hudson’s Bay adds Westinghouse branded kitchenwares
  • * Lowe’s execs prepare for big move
  • * B&D faces sales drop, product recalls

July21_03

  • * Rona makes peace with Matco Ravary
  • * Breakouts added to Hardlines Conference
  • * Retailers go after tax refund cheques
  • * U.S. economy shows positive signs
  • * Stanley division plans takeover of rival
  • * Georgia-Pacific, Boise, West Fraser report results

July14_03

  • * Former Réno-Dépôt exec develops big boxes in New Zealand
  • * Rival hardware shows begin selling space
  • * Hardlines Conference adds media awareness lunch seminar
  • * Housing starts stay strong in first half of year, B.C. bouncing back
  • * Home Depot tries to land Florida site for distribution centre

July7_03

  • * Canadian Tire reviews retail strategy, seeks customer focus
  • * Former Réno-Dépôt exec develops big boxes in New Zealand
  • * Home Depot's safety comes under scrutiny in California
  • * B&D to buy Weiser and Baldwin from Masco
  • * CRHA develops consumer incentive program for dealers

June30_03

  • * TruServ cuts supply deal with Sexton Group
  • * Do it Best parts company with Sodisco-Howden over Ace deal
  • * Home Depot includes Manhattan in Northeastern expansion plans
  • * Homeowners want simple reno ideas that work
  • * Rare toad holds up Lowe's new distribution centre
  • * Florida independent sues Home Depot over slogan use
  • * Home Depot gets zoning approval for store in Northern Ontario
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