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our business model stands out as the clear TAIGA BUILDING PRODUCTS ANNOUNCES IT IS HOFT'S OFFICIAL CANADIAN
choice. Our approach is unique, and our INDEPENDENT RETAILER DISTRIBUTOR
commitment is steadfast, time and time
again. We truly believe in the spirit of the
Independent and stay dedicated to the
growth and success of our members.” Ken
Jenkins, Castle President & CEO
Castle is pleased to welcome Ridgeview
Lumber to the family.

Castle Continues to Grow in the Maritimes
Castle announced that a new store
location will be opening this Spring on
Prince Edward Island. Brudenell Building
Centre in Montague is the latest expansion
for long-time Castle member, and 2022
Kensington Chamber of Commerce
Entrepreneur of Year, Mike James.
Mike, owner of Spring Valley Building
Centre and O’Leary Building Centre in PEI,
is expanding his business to a third location.
Mike and his new partner Adam Baird
are excited to launch the newest Castle
Building Centre in PEI on the east side of the
island.
With a growing customer base across
the island, the duo felt it was necessary to
expand in this region to better service their and are compatible with 5/4” wood, and 1’’
loyal customers and open the door to new composite deck boards or 6mm & 10mm
opportunities in the community. glass panels. This versatility allows customers
“We have enjoyed great success to explore endless possibilities and create
with Castle over the years and knew customized projects that suit their individual
this opportunity to grow would expand needs. With HOFT, you can expect premium
our reach. The Castle business model HOFT is an innovative manufacturer of quality products that are easy to use, ensuring
provides unlimited growth possibilities high-quality all aluminum Privacy Screens, your next project is a success. HOFT is the
and continues to work very well for our Railing, Fence Post Kits, and Accessories. The perfect choice for those seeking innovative
business.” Mike James, Partner HOFT Post Kits are specially designed for solutions in the building industry.
Brudenell Building Centre will be a professionals and DIYers, making it easy to For more information about HOFT please
full-service Lumber, Building Materials build unique projects quickly and efficiently. visIT hoftsolutions.com.
and Hardware Castle location, complete These kits include all the necessary hardware,
with large retail and warehouse areas.
Partner and General Manager Adam
Baird is excited to bring his expertise to
this market after many years as a valued LEIS LUMBER JOINS BMR GROUP for several years, the owner decided to join
employee of the retail chain. He and his BMR Group for its expertise, its transparency
team of professionals are looking forward to and its customized services that will help
serving the community in the coming weeks them maintain and improve the level of
and have a Grand Opening celebration service offered to customers.
scheduled for Fall 2023. Leis Lumber Company Ltd. will operate
“Castle’s business model is focused on under the banner BMR and the store
the future success of our members, above development will be completed by the end of
all else. We understand what our members BMR Group and Leis Lumber Company Summer 2023. Work will also be performed
need to be successful and they have the Ltd., two major players in the renovation, on the facade to reflects BMR’s colours. With
tools and the confidence to take advantage construction, and hardware industry, are its 26,000 square-foot floor space, its large
of growth opportunities. Congratulations to pleased to announce today that they will soon lumber yard and a fleet of 12 trucks servicing
Mike and Adam on the new location.” Ken join forces to better serve Ontarian customers. an area spanning 3 counties, the store offers
Jenkins, President The new collaboration will begin on June 10, a wide selection of hardware products and
2023. building materials, making this location the
Well established in Goderich, Ontario for place to go for all consumers in the area.
over 18 years, the family business is known “We are very excited to be part of the
for its mix of consumer products, logistics BMR family and we look forward to our next
capabilities, and exceptional customer chapter with them as we renovate and expand
service. After working under another banner for an even better experience for our local

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