RONA inc. recently celebrated the conversion of 15 new stores to the RONA+ banner, continuing the Canadian-based home improvement retailer’s brand repositioning. “Canadians truly connect with our brand, and RONA’s enhanced store concept has won over our customers. Indeed, stores …
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Home Hardware Names New Board Chair
Home Hardware Stores Limited appointed Julie Pouliot as chair of the board. Pouliot will succeed Christine Hand, who is retiring after 22 years of service on the board. “We are fortunate to have someone of Julie’s experience and commitment as …
Read More »Import Cargo Levels Continue Rising Amidst Tariffs
As the U.S. continues to grapple with tariffs, imports at the nation’s major ports are expected to remain elevated through this spring but volume could see year-over-year drops this summer, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the …
Read More »Walmart Seeks to Expand Footprint in Canada
Walmart Canada announced a $6.5 billion investment over the next five years as the company plans to expand into new and existing Canadian markets. Walmart Canada will build dozens of new stores across the country, beginning with five new Supercentres …
Read More »Western Retail Lumber Association Announces Rebrand
The Western Retail Lumber Association has been around for 135 years, and after consultation with members, board members, partners and key stakeholders, the association announced it has changed its name, and will now be known as Supply-Build Canada. “As the …
Read More »NHPA Partners With WRLA to Expand Services to Canadian Retailers
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the Western Retail Lumber Association (WRLA) to act as the association’s licensed provider of educational and training materials throughout Canada. Under this new …
Read More »Home Hardware Wins Large Fleet Safety Award
Home Hardware Stores Limited was recognized with the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) Large Fleet Safety Award. PMTC and Aviva Canada announced the awards for Canadian Private Fleet Safety as part of the annual conference in Hamilton, Ontario. …
Read More »Home Hardware Ranks 40th in National Reputation Study
Home Hardware Stores Ltd., Canada’s largest dealer-owned hardware, lumber, building materials and furniture home improvement retailer, has been named one of Canada’s most reputable companies in Leger’s 25th annual Reputation study, where the company ranked 40th. “Home Hardware is honored …
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