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to our valued members

Industry NEWS

should be excited for tomorrow.” social interaction policy to Please be assured that we
Applicants are evaluated by an independent judging provide a safe environment for are doing everything possible to
panel comprised of representatives from program sponsors both employees and visitors. navigate these uncertain times. We
in addition to special guest judges. 2020 Best Managed Containment will continue to provide updates
companies share commonalities that include (but are not All employees have been to our actions as necessary or as
limited to) a clear and concise strategy, capability to invest in provided clear instructions on what circumstances change.
R&D, tools and proprietary equipment, and a strong emphasis actions to take in the event they
on corporate social responsibility. are exposed to COVID-19. The For more information contact:
instructions are based on published Eric Palmer, Vice President
For information about Canada's Best Managed Companies health authority guidelines & General Manager, palmer@
visit www.bestmanagedcompanies.ca and include disclosure and self- sextongroup.com 1-800-665-9209
About Home Hardware Stores Limited isolation.
Home Hardware Stores Limited is Canada’s largest Dealer-
owned hardware, lumber, building materials, and furniture a new training program for lbmao members
home improvement retailer with over 1,050 stores under
the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware
Building Centre and Home Furniture banners. Founded in
1964, Home Hardware remains 100% Canadian owned and
operated. Offering a mix of tradition and innovation, Home
Hardware Stores Limited has received designation as one of
Canada’s Best Brands and Best Managed Companies and is
committed to helping Canadians with all of their project needs.
More information about the company is available at www.
homehardware.ca.
sexton group ltd response to
novel coronavirus (covid-19)

Under these strenuous A full complement of training from
circumstances with trying to load securement to winter driving
maintain business we also need is available at a very low cost. It is
As you are aware, COVID-19 continues to disrupt markets to also reflect on how and when easy to access, user friendly and has
around the world and has begun to impact regions where a recovery will take place. We measurable outcomes. Go to www.
Sexton Group operates. We are taking all reasonable are introducing our NEW Online lbmao.on.ca, Training, Driver Safety
precautions to ensure the ongoing health and safety of our Driver Training program that Training.
employees, our members and our suppliers. The situation will help support your efforts in We wish all our members every
is very dynamic and we will continue to adjust as necessary. providing a safe environment for success in enduring these difficult
Here is a summary of the measures we are currently taking: your drivers and their customers. times.

Restricting travel and conducting virtual meetings
We have suspended all business travel and face-to-face lumber yard for sale
business meetings. We will continue to conduct business with
members and suppliers via teleconference or through mobile- Thriving established lumber yard for sale in the North Perth area of
enabled technology. If one of our staff is required to meet in Ontario. Details are as follows:
person to resolve an issue or address a claim, we will respond
in a safe manner. It is not our intention to inhibit business but • 3-acre property
rather to do our part to assist with “flattening the curve” of • 4750 sq. ft. store
COVID-19. • 30,000 ft. of warehouse storage
• Warehouse and large portion of yard paved
Social Interaction Policy • 2.8 Million gross sales
We have adopted a strict social interaction policy. This • Strong contractor base with growing consumer traffic and
includes adherence to physical separation guidelines, lots of opportunity for growth
restricting the use of common areas and increased For further information, please send request through the LBMAO
frequency of cleaning and disinfecting of all high-touch office who will forward your contact information to the seller.
areas. We are asking visitors to our office to respect our

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