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INDUSTRY NEWS
join the BMR family and take on the exciting The occasion was the 31st
challenges ahead. BMR is a leader in the Annual Outstanding Retailer
contractor customer segment, and Vincent’s Awards, presented during
arrival at the company will contribute to the a Gala Dinner during the
further growth of this important business annual Hardlines Conference.
segment,” said Antonio Di Pasquale, Chief The event was held at the
Operating Officer. Fairmont Chateau Whistler
BMR Group has put in place an Resort in Whistler, B.C.
experienced and successful management Retailers were honoured
team to support its strong growth, and Mr. in eight categories covering
Chicoine will certainly be a major asset in the range of retail hardware
achieving the company’s objectives. and home improvement
formats. This year’s winners
top hardware & home improvement were:
retailers honoured from • Best Hardware Store –
across canada Hydway Hardware, Fort
Vermilion, Alta. Ray Toews Best Young Retailer: Barry Eidt, Arthur Ace Hardware, Arthur, ON
and Robyn Currie, Owners.
Award sponsored by the National Hardware • Best Building Supply or Home Centre over
Show. 15,000 square feet – Centre de renovation
• Best Building Supply or Home Centre Marieville (Home Hardware), Marieville,
under 15,000 square feet – Nova Scotia Que. Louis Turcotte, Eric Berthiaume,
Suppliers and retailers from across Canada Building Supplies (Castle), Blockhouse, Simon Louvet, and Daniel Gervais, Owners.
gathered in Whistler, BC to honour the N.S. Andrew Mills, Owner; Curtis Saulnier, Eric Berthiaume, Store Manager. Award
retail home improvement industry’s best General Manager. Award sponsored by Jeld- sponsored by BP.
hardware and building supply retailers. Wen. • Best Contractor Specialist – The Cedar
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