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TAIGA BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD. IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE IT IS NOW HOFT’S OFFICIAL CANADIAN INDEPENDENT RETAILER DISTRIBUTOR

HOFT is an innovative manufacturer of high-quality all-aluminum Privacy Screens, Railing, Fence Post Kits, and Accessories. The HOFT Post Kits are specially designed for professionals and DIYers, making it easy to build unique projects quickly and efficiently. These kits include all the necessary hardware, and are compatible with 5/4" wood, and 1" composite deck boards or 6mm & 10mm glass panels. This versatility allows customers to explore endless possibilities and create customized projects that suit their individual needs. With HOFT, you can expect premium quality products that are easy to use, ensuring your next project is a success. HOFT is the perfect choice for those seeking innovative solutions in the building industry.

NEW RONA STORE IN VEGREVILLE, ALBERTA

Boucherville, QC, April 12, 2023—RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 450 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, is pleased to welcome Vantage Building Supplies in Alberta, and its ownership, to its network of RONA affiliated dealers.

Founded in 1975, Vantage Builders added in 2005 the Vantage Building Supplies Hardware Store to their business model in Vegreville, starting at the time to shape the ownership to what it is today. ‘‘We are at a turning point in the evolution of our company and have chosen to join the RONA brand to propel our growth and expand our offer. This partnership will also allow us to expand our Building Material lineup and extend our design services,’’ says President Walter Gegolick.

The owners of RONA Vegreville are investing more than $1,000,000 to expand the retail space in two phases, first adding 3,000 square feet to the existing 4,500 square feet, and then adding 2,500 square feet in a second phase, for a total of 10,000 square feet. A dedicated contractor entrance will be part of this expansion. The store also features a four-acre drive-through outdoor lumber yard.

REGAL IDEAS INC. WINS AT AWARDS AT NATIONAL DECK COMPETITION

(Delta, BC)—Regal ideas Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of Aluminum and Glass railing systems joined forces with top DeckStars’ Neighborhood Fence and Deck, LS Underground and Heartland Red Construction at the 13th Annual North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) National Deck Competition in Clearwater Fl.

Taking home the top award for Best Overall project was the collaboration between Regal ideas and Neighborhood Fence and Deck. “This was such an important win for me” says Kevin Boyd, President of Neighborhood Fence and Deck, “Eight years ago I met Regal ideas at the launch of DeckStars. Regal ideas personally invested in my growth and it was the extra mile they went to guide and mentor me into the builder I am today that made the difference, I am humbled and honored to be receiving such an award only made possible by the incredible people that got me here.”

Ad Reports Record Sales And Net Distributions For First Three Months Of 2023

Wayne, Pa—AD is reporting that member sales in the first three months of 2023 reached a new Q1 record of $18.3 billion, an increase of 6% across 14 divisions and three countries.

Purchases by member companies from AD suppliers reached $4.63 billion. Net distributions to members grew 11% in the quarter to $386.3 million.

Same-store member sales increased 12%, led by 19% growth in AD’s U.S. Electrical Division and its Bearings & Power Transmission Division. Same store sales were positive for every AD Division when measured in their own currency.

AD CEO Bill Weisberg commented: “Just like other periods where there’s been elevated consolidation activity, independents flourish. Plus, we welcomed 16 new independents to the AD community in the quarter, while existing AD members purchased an additional 14 companies.”

SEXTON GROUP WELCOMES NEW MEMBER— SLACK LUMBER

Winnipeg, MB, March 20, 2023—Eric Palmer, President of Sexton Group, is pleased to announce Slack Lumber as a new member to the group. “I appreciate Slack Lumber’s choice to entrust Sexton Group as the buying group for their business. We look forward in helping them continue their success as three young, driven entrepreneurs in our industry,” says Palmer.

Slack Lumber, located in York, Ontario, is currently owned by Mykel Spinks, Nicholas McCollum and Jonathan Lowenberg. The three owners come from all different backgrounds from residential contracting, property management, carpentry, entrepreneurship and more. The diverse set of skills they bring to the table has been a driver in their success as a business thus far.